Forensic Pathologist Research Paper

The job of a Forensic pathologist has always fascinated me. Forensic pathologist are more commonly know as medical examiners, not to be confused with a coroner. A medical examiner assists the government in determining the cause of death by examining a corpse,a process known as an autopsy. Medical examiners are not limited to forensic pathology, they can also become clinical pathologist and perform an autopsy upon request. I have always been intrigued by the science of pathology and anatomy, the human body holds a multitude of secrets and has endless capabilities. My fascination with the sciences of pathology and anatomy led me to choose a forensic pathologist as a future career. Through becoming a forensic pathologist I will have fulfilled my goal of obtains my dream job. I'd love nothing more than to do what I love for a living. Typically, a forensic pathologist will apply investigative methods to pathology in order to determine cause, time, and location of death. During an autopsy an internal and external examination must be performed as the first step to determine cause of death. A series of laboratory tests involving DNA, bodily fluids, and foreign material, if any are analyzed and used to help determine the cause of death which will fall into one of five …show more content…
One physical task that can be expected is the lifting of a corpse whether it be light or heavy requires physical strength. Documenting autopsy details and performing full body examinations will require hours of mental alertness and physical exertion. The traveling distance for a medical examiner will depend on whether or not their presence is needed at a crime scene, which it usually is. Performing an autopsy requires excellent vision and steady hands in order to make proper use of examination tools. The physical demands of a forensic pathologist are not a challenge for me because I am an athlete in top physical