Specialty overview
General pathologists rely upon a broad understanding of the pathophysiology of disease, the diagnostic value of individual tests and the workings of a laboratory to deal with the diagnosis and management of disease.
Clinical practice
General pathologists work within multidisciplinary teams, supervising laboratories within both the public and private sectors. General pathologists often work collaboratively with other medical practitioners and health care professionals, often providing consultation services to clinicians, guiding their choice of specimen or test or providing interpretation of diagnostic tests.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
1
eligible
0
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 42% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 58% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 50% are located in regional Queensland, 50% 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
75%
private25%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 75%, Public is 25%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
100%
male0%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 100%, Females are 0%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
1
eligible0
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 1 Eligible applications were received, 0 of those were selected.