Royal College of Pathologists

The Royal College of Pathologists (RCP) was established in 1962 to co-ordinate the development and maintain the internationally renowned standards and reputation of British pathology.

Today the College advises on a vast range of issues relating to pathology.The College represents over 8,800 members, both in the UK and overseas.

• Overseeing the education and training of specialists in all pathology disciplines
• Setting standards of practice and organising assessment by examinations
• Monitoring the appointments of consultants in pathology
• Updating its members through scientific meetings and symposia
• Ensuring and monitoring a programme of continuing professional development for its members
• Publication of guidelines on aspects of best practice
• Maintaining standards of practice by promoting clinical audit and quality assurance and supporting accreditation for all pathology laboratories
• Funding research in association with industry and other partners in science
• Advising government departments, national organisations, medical and academic bodies on all matters relating to pathology
• Promoting public understanding of pathology

Contact details

Telephone: 020 7451 6700

Email: info@rcpath.org

Website: www.rcpath.org

Postal Address

Royal College of Pathologists
2 Carlton House Terrace
London
SW1Y 5AF