Dermatopathology services are under the full-time direction of Dr. Terence Harrist, a diplomat of the American Board of Pathology and Dermatopathology. In addition to Dr. Harrist, five dermatopathologists are devoted to covering the full spectrum of human cutaneous disease, its microscopic description and clinical correlation. Immunohistochemical and immunofluorescence procedures are performed daily in our laboratory facility. Our physicians are available on site to discuss specific case histories and microscopic findings. We are a primary dermatopathology training site of the Harvard Dermatology Residency program and participate in weekly pathology and dermatology conferences at affiliated hospitals.

Service and Capabilities

• Expertise in the histopathological analysis of pigmented lesions
• Dermatopathologists experienced in the interpretation of inflammatory dermatoses
• STAT diagnoses called and faxed to offices within 24 hours of receipt
• Remote printing in clinicians' offices
• Direct and indirect immunofluorescence techniques performed daily
• Opportunities for clinicians to review diagnostic slides
• Regional courier service and prepaid overnight mailers
• Personalized preprinted requisitions
• CAP approved full service laboratory staffed around the clock to process specimens
• Quality Assurance includes in-house consults and case reviews, and daily CPC conferences among the staff
• Pathology newsletter published quarterly and available on the Internet

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