Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1780 Oral Pathology
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
An oral pathologist diagnoses oral conditions through gross and microscopic examination of tissue and laboratory testing. The pathologist supervises the operation and maintenance of an oral pathology laboratory and instructs interns, residents, and postgraduate dental officers.
Core Skills
- oral tissue diagnosis
- microscopic histopathology
- biopsy specimen analysis
- laboratory test interpretation
- oral disease classification
- pathology report writing
- laboratory quality control
- oral pathology lab management
- clinical consultation
- resident education
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP software
- Accounts receivables system software
- Anatomic pathology software
- Antek HealthWare LabDAQ
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Medical Laboratory
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Dental License (DDS/DMD)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Certification
- American Board of Pathology Certification
Also Common
- Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
What the Work Involves
- Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities.
- Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions, using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, or molecular biology.
- Write pathology reports summarizing analyses, results, and conclusions.
- Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians.
- Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Cardiologists
- Radiologists
- Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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