Specialty overview
Forensic pathologists play a core role in the investigation of sudden or unexpected deaths through the examination and reporting of macroscopic and microscopic findings at post-mortem examination. Forensic pathologists combine these findings with medical history to determine a cause of death and the circumstances around which death occurred.
Clinical practice
Forensic pathologists work predominately within the public sector, liaising with other medical and scientific specialists, coroners and families of deceased individuals. Forensic pathologists are often required to present their findings in court.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
2
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 15% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 31% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 15.4% are located in regional Queensland, 84.6% 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
53.8%
male46.2%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 53.8%, Females are 46.2%. -
Public vs Private
0%
private100%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 0%, Public is 100%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
66.7%
male33.3%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 66.7%, Females are 33.3%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
2
eligible1
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 2 Eligible applications were received, 1 of those were selected.