How to become a surgical pathologist?

The qualifications needed for a career as a surgical pathologist start with a medical degree. After the schooling portion of your degree, you must complete an internship and pathology residency to develop your skills further and gain hands-on experience with the examination of surgically removed tissue. After you have graduated and passed your medical board examinations, you should apply for a fellowship in surgical pathology. These programs typically last up to two years and satisfy the initial educational qualifications for a surgical pathologist.