How do they match: Physicians, Pathologists

  • Diagnose diseases and conduct lab tests using organs, body tissues, and fluids. Includes medical examiners.

  • Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions, using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, or molecular biology.
  • Diagnose infections, such as Hepatitis B and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), by conducting tests to detect the antibodies that patients' immune systems make to fight such infections.
  • Conduct genetic analyses of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or chromosomes to diagnose small biopsies and cell samples.
  • Consult with physicians about ordering and interpreting tests or providing treatments.
  • Develop or adopt new tests or instruments to improve diagnosis of diseases.

  • Diagnose medical conditions.
  • Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
  • Develop health assessment methods or programs.
  • Manage healthcare operations.