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What degree is needed to be a pathologist?

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This will depend upon what kind of pathologist you want to be. A veterinary pathologist will need both a DVM (doctor of veterinary medicine) or equivalent degree as well as board certification from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the equivalent certifying body outside the United States. A medical pathologist will need a medical degree such as the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree or the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree or equivalent degree as well as board certification from a human pathology certifying body.

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To be a pathologist, a medical degree along with an active medical license is required. A medical degree such as the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree (D.O.) (earned in U.S.), Doctor of Medicine degree (M.D.), or the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery degree (MBBS/MBChB) is needed followed by completion of a pathology residency.


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