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I have read the article of Tom Moberly with interest and in the way it was structured in terms of capturing the views of the Medical Royal Colleges. However, I was surprised that the views of the Royal College of Pathologists were not sought or included in the article.
Pathology “the science behind the cure” and pathology services are pivotal to the delivery of healthcare services. The laboratory services directly influence the decision making process at all stages of patient pathways.
Pathology is rapidly advancing science including in automation and molecular biology technology. Furthermore, there is a move towards working together and working differently at regional levels and maximising the use of resources. But there is still a serious shortage of Pathology workforce nationally that must be addressed urgently.
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01 May 2017
Walid Al-Wali
Consultant Medical Microbiologist/Director for Infection Prevention and Control.
Politicians must commit to increasing funding for the NHS. The crucial role of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine services must not be forgotten.
I have read the article of Tom Moberly with interest and in the way it was structured in terms of capturing the views of the Medical Royal Colleges. However, I was surprised that the views of the Royal College of Pathologists were not sought or included in the article.
Pathology “the science behind the cure” and pathology services are pivotal to the delivery of healthcare services. The laboratory services directly influence the decision making process at all stages of patient pathways.
Pathology is rapidly advancing science including in automation and molecular biology technology. Furthermore, there is a move towards working together and working differently at regional levels and maximising the use of resources. But there is still a serious shortage of Pathology workforce nationally that must be addressed urgently.
Competing interests: No competing interests