Specialty overview
Chemical pathologists diagnose and manage disease through the analysis of chemicals found in body fluids and tissues. Chemical pathologists detect changes in a number of substances in blood and bodily fluid, detect and measure cancer markers and measures levels of hormones in their patients, and may also measure the presence of poisons or therapeutic and illicit drugs. Chemical pathologists draw upon expertise in the pathophysiology of disease to provide advice to other specialties on testing and treatment options for patients.
Clinical practice
Chemical pathologists oversee laboratories, within both public and private settings, to ensure lab conditions enable accuracy of testing, interpretation, reporting and communication of results. Clinically, chemical pathologists play an important role in treating patients with metabolic disturbances relating to the body’s internal chemistry.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
7
eligible
1
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 47% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 73% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 0% are located in regional Queensland, 100% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
66.7%
male33.3%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 66.7%, Females are 33.3%. -
Public vs Private
64.3%
private35.7%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 64.3%, Public is 35.7%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
50%
male50%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 50%, Females are 50%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
7
eligible1
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 7 Eligible applications were received, 1 of those were selected.