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Contemporary activities of Toxicologic Pathology Societies
Robert R Maronpot1, Maria L Z Dagli2
1Maronpot Consulting LLC, Raleigh, NC, USA.
Abstract:
Educational activities and training opportunities in toxicologic pathology are major goals of 9 formally established Toxicologic Pathology Societies and the International Academy of Toxicologic Pathology. Some Toxicologic Pathology Societies have examination-based certification programs while others accept certification or registration by veterinary pathology organizations including the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, the European College of Veterinary Pathologists. We summarize here the membership numbers and current activities of formally established Toxicologic Pathology Socities.
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