Department of Pathology

The Department of Pathology in the Faculty of Medicine is one of the fundamental departments in medical education, playing a pivotal role in training students to diagnose and understand various diseases. The department was established as a scientific center in the field of pathology, aiming to equip students with comprehensive knowledge about human diseases by studying their causes, pathophysiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The department focuses on providing specialized education in a wide range of disciplines, including histopathology, clinical pathology, hematopathology, cytopathology, forensic pathology, and other pathology-related specialties. It also seeks to develop students' high clinical and diagnostic skills through practical training in university hospitals and laboratories, where they can apply scientific concepts in real medical settings. Additionally, the department offers academic programs that teach students how to diagnose various medical conditions using modern laboratory techniques and tools. It also enhances research skills by engaging students in research projects that contribute to improving diagnostic methods and disease prevention strategies. The Department of Pathology strives to prepare distinguished physicians and pathologists capable of analyzing and diagnosing diverse and complex diseases, thereby contributing to the advancement of healthcare in the Kingdom and supporting medical innovation in alignment with the latest global medical standards.