Department of Pathology
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The mission of the Department of Pathology is to discover, disseminate and apply knowledge in the study of disease, to advance the field of human health, and to provide the highest quality of patient care.
Department of Pathology
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The mission of the Department of Pathology is to discover, disseminate and apply knowledge in the study of disease, to advance the field of human health, and to provide the highest quality of patient care.
For Patients
Do you need a second opinion on your pathology diagnosis? Our expert pathologists can help assure you have the most accurate diagnosis.
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For Clinicians
The Johns Hopkins Medical Laboratory provides world-recognized expertise in Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology consultation.
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Latest News
Congratulations, Dr. Eric Gehrie!
Nov 22, 2019
Congratulations, Dr. Kohei Fujikura!
Nov 19, 2019
New research center to serve as hub for immunology and engineering research
Nov 14, 2019
Education at Johns Hopkins Pathology
From web-based microscope unknown slide conferences to brilliantly illustrated and interactive iPad applications, our faculty educate at home and across the globe. Our diverse students are trained to become the next generation of medical and scientific leaders.
Recent Publications
Our department's impact on pathology research is evident: Johns Hopkins Pathology has been the #1 NIH-funded pathology department for 11 of the past 12 years. Below are recent highlighted publications from our department.
The Gut-Brain Connection
Čiháková D, Eaton WW, Talor MV, Harkus UH, Demyanovich H, Rodriguez K, Feldman S, Kelly DL. Gut permeability and mimicry of the Glutamate Ionotropic Receptor NMDA type Subunit Associated with protein 1 (GRINA) as potential mechanisms related to a subgroup of people with schizophrenia with elevated antigliadin antibodies (AGA IgG). Schizophr Res. 2019 Jun;208:414-9.
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The Gut-Brain Connection
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Čiháková D, Eaton WW, Talor MV, Harkus UH, Demyanovich H, Rodriguez K, Feldman S, Kelly DL. Gut permeability and mimicry of the Glutamate Ionotropic Receptor NMDA type Subunit Associated with protein 1 (GRINA) as potential mechanisms related to a subgroup of people with schizophrenia with elevated antigliadin antibodies (AGA IgG). Schizophr Res. 2019 Jun;208:414-9.
Engineering for Cancer Immunotherapy
Hickey JW, Dong Y, Chung JW, Salathe SF, Pruitt HC, Li X, Chang C, Fraser AK, Bessell Ca, Ewald AJ, Gerecht S, Mao HQ, Schneck JP. Engineering an Artificial T-Cell Stimulating Matrix for Immunotherapy. Advanced Materials 2019 June;31(23):open access
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Engineering for Cancer Immunotherapy
Faculty Bio
Hickey JW, Dong Y, Chung JW, Salathe SF, Pruitt HC, Li X, Chang C, Fraser AK, Bessell Ca, Ewald AJ, Gerecht S, Mao HQ, Schneck JP. Engineering an Artificial T-Cell Stimulating Matrix for Immunotherapy. Advanced Materials 2019 June;31(23):open access
It's all in the Presentation: Coagulation Spotlighted
Toonstra C, Hu Y, Zhang H. Deciphering the Roles of N-Glycans on Collagen-Platelet Interactions. J Proteome Res. 2019 Jun 7;18(6):2467-77.
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It's all in the Presentation: Coagulation Spotlighted
Faculty Bio
Toonstra C, Hu Y, Zhang H. Deciphering the Roles of N-Glycans on Collagen-Platelet Interactions. J Proteome Res. 2019 Jun 7;18(6):2467-77.
New Insights: Sidestepping Pitfalls for Benign Pelvic Tumors
Sono T, Ware AD, McCarthy EF, James AW. Chondromyxoid Fibroma of the Pelvis: Institutional Case Series With a Focus on Distinctive Features. Int J Surg Pathol. 2019 Jun;27(4):352-9.
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New Insights: Sidestepping Pitfalls for Benign Pelvic Tumors
Faculty Bio
Sono T, Ware AD, McCarthy EF, James AW. Chondromyxoid Fibroma of the Pelvis: Institutional Case Series With a Focus on Distinctive Features. Int J Surg Pathol. 2019 Jun;27(4):352-9.
Grand Rounds
Each Monday at 8:30 am, the Department of Pathology hosts a series of speakers to discuss advancements in the field of disease diagnosis and treatment.
Next Session
High-Throughput MALDI Imaging to Unravel Cancer Biology
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