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forensic pathologists
Coverage of forensic pathologists in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: The shortage of forensic pathologists is hurting justice, public health, and families
The United States faces a critical shortage of forensic pathologists, with only 850 currently practicing—400 fewer than needed—to handle over 3 million annual deaths. This shortage causes delays in criminal cases, insurance claims, and family closure, as some medical examiners oversee hundreds of deaths yearly.