Welcome to the Association for Academic Pathology!

Built upon a mission to serve as the voice of academic departments of Pathology in the U.S. and Canada, AAPath exists to provide leadership and advocacy for the dynamic discipline of Pathology, and to enable academic departments to meet the demands of their three missions: medical education, research, and practice. We are at a pivotal moment in healthcare where innovation, rapidly shifting market dynamics, and sustainability of our workforce are key drivers. With our unique niche in Pathology, our expertise in academia is critical for improving health through diagnosis, education and discovery.

MISSION: To empower the academic pathology community to advance clinical practice, education, and research.

VISION: To be the home for and voice of academic pathology.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:

• SOCIETY: Benefit the SOCIETY by enhancing the visibility, awareness, and impact on patients of the field of Pathology through our work, innovations, and partnership with other organizations.
• MEMBERS: Benefit the MEMBERS by providing mentoring, networking, and professional development opportunities in leadership designed to advance, enhance, and sustain careers in academic pathology.
• ORGANIZATION: Benefit the ORGANIZATION by enhancing organizational efficiency through standardized processes, updated governance, and cross-group coordination in a financially sustainable manner.

Review the AAPath 2026-2028 Strategic Plan, which outlines the AAPath’s priorities in advancing academic pathology across its core missions through leadership, advocacy, and professional development. The tactical pathways used to achieve these goals are carried out through the activities of AAPath’s committees, sections, and work groups. If you are not yet involved, consider engaging when there’s a call for volunteers or nominations!

About the AAPath

The Association for Academic Pathology (AAPath), formerly the Association of Pathology Chairs (APC), is a non-profit society which serves as the voice of academic departments of Pathology in the U.S. and Canada. AAPath exists to provide leadership and advocacy for the dynamic discipline of Pathology, and to enable academic departments to meet the demands of their three missions: medical education, research, and practice.

The AAPath provides education, training, information resources, and networking opportunities for members of the five membership sections. Those sections are:

• Chairs - Departmental Chairs, Vice Chairs, and Senior Fellows
• PRODS - Residency Program Directors and Associate Residency Program Directors
• UMEDS - Directors of Undergraduate Medical Education (medical school)
• APEX - Academic Pathology Executives Section
• GMEAS - Residency and Fellowship Program Coordinators

Membership Information

Click here to learn about membership benefits, membership types, membership eligibility, how to update your department's membership roster, and how to join today!

Member Resources

Each member has unique login information connected to a personalized site experience. Members may log in to this site to edit their personal profiles and contact information. Once logged in, members can access exclusive member resources.

General inquiries may be directed to the AAPath Executive Office at 302-660-4940 or info(at)academicpathology.org.