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S P McDonough¹, B J McEwen²

¹Department of Biomedical Sciences, New York State College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA.

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Veterinary forensic pathology is an emerging field requiring specialized training. Veterinarians need education and certification to effectively handle forensic cases and contribute to animal abuse investigations.

Keywords:

education role training veterinary forensic pathology veterinary forensic science

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Area of Science:

Veterinary forensic pathology as a distinct scientific discipline.
Establishing the scientific basis for veterinary forensic pathology.
Integration of forensic necropsy findings into broader animal abuse investigations.

Background:

Veterinary necropsy shares skills with diagnostic pathology but differs in legal credibility and purpose.
Nearly 75% of veterinary pathologists feel inadequately prepared for forensic cases.
Interest and willingness to develop expertise in veterinary forensics are high among pathologists.

Discussion:

The critical need for legal credibility distinguishes forensic pathology from routine diagnostic work.
Lessons from human forensic pathology highlight the importance of robust education, training, and certification.
Veterinary pathologists must understand their role within a multidisciplinary forensic team.

Key Insights:

Forensic necropsy is a component of, not the entirety of, animal abuse investigations.
Veterinary pathologists require specific training beyond standard diagnostic pathology.
Collaboration with other veterinary forensic experts is essential for comprehensive case investigation.

Outlook:

Advancing veterinary forensic pathology through dedicated education and certification programs.
Encouraging veterinary pathologists to embrace and develop expertise in forensic science.
Promoting a holistic approach to veterinary forensic science, encompassing all expert roles.