When you become a member of the Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath), you join a community of healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing the pathology profession. Our mission is to work with our members to uphold the highest professional standards across pathology services.
The Royal College of Pathologists is a global professional membership body, made up of over 13,000 members working across 17 pathology specialties.
We are the home for pathologists at every stage of their career – from inspiring the next generation of undergraduates to join the profession, to guiding Postgraduate Doctors in Training (PGDiTs) through their examinations, to supporting consultants and other medical professionals in their work.
We deliver essential services that ensure both the sustainability and advancement of the pathology profession, as well as providing an array of individual benefits to our members.
The Royal College of Pathologists is a professional membership organisation. Since its establishment in 1962, the College has played a crucial role in advancing the field of pathology through education, advocacy and the promotion of high standards in pathology practice.
We offer a range of membership options to be inclusive of those who are working or interested in pathology.
The College is committed to providing the best possible service to our members, to ensure that every individual is heard, valued and supported. We strive to ensure that everyone feels like a valued part of our College community and takes pride in their membership.
We strive to provide our members with high-quality services to ensure that you have the best experience as possible as part of the College.
The College is the lead medical royal college for medical examiners and plays a key role in the training of medical examiners and medical examiner officers, as well as working closely with the National Medical Examiner on implementation of the service.
Becoming a corporate member of the Royal College of Pathologists will provide you with access to our community of 13,000 members worldwide across 17 pathology specialties.
