Pathologists
Civilian:
Diagnose presence and stage of diseases using laboratory techniques and patient specimens. Study the nature, cause, and development of diseases. May perform autopsies.
Military:
Military physicians and surgeons represent all of the major fields of medical specialization. Physicians and surgeons are the chief providers of medical services to military personnel and their dependents. They examine patients, diagnose their injuries or illnesses, and provide medical treatment.
Job Titles
- Anatomic Pathologist
- Animal Pathologist
- Associate Pathologist
- Associate Professor of Pathology
- Attending Pathologist
Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- Over $166,400
- Military:
- $155,108
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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Data supplied by: Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center
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