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Pathology as Primary Care

Why the "quiet backbone of medicine" is so much more than a medical specialty

By Kamran Mirza 10/17/2025 Opinion 5 min read
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Pathology is an essential yet often unseen aspect of healthcare that underpins nearly 70-80 percent of clinical decisions. It plays a critical role in public health, contributing to significant reductions in diseases like cervical cancer through early screenings. Despite representing only 2 percent of US physicians, pathologists impact every patient experience, making their work foundational. The discipline functions as both primary care and specialized consultation, constantly integrating scientific discoveries into clinical practice and ensuring the health of populations worldwide.

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Kamran Mirza

Professor of Pathology and Director of the Division of Education Programs, Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States.

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