Forensic pathology is a subspecialty of medicine that studies the causes of human death.
A modern forensic pathology practice contributes to the public health of the community. A forensic pathologist is a physician who has received special training in pathology and forensic pathology. This training process lasts for up to six years after graduation from medical school. After completion of the training period, physicians can sit for an examination offered by the American Board of Pathology, a peer group. If a passing grade is achieved on the examination, the physician is considered board certified.