Archive: Laboratory Medicine: Back to the Future - James Fine, MD
663 views · Published 15 July 2014 · 53:33 · Indexed 4 November 2026
Channel: UW Video · 2014 · Education
The development of laboratory testing to diagnose and treat human disease has progressed steadily from mere observation of bodily fluids in ancient times to the 17th century invention of the microscope and the discovery of microscopic organisms and structures. Today the specialty of clinical pathology, or laboratory medicine, plays an increasingly major role in clinical care. Physicians rely on the timely and accurate testing of their patients' fluids to assist them in diagnosing an ever-expanding range of pathologies. Dr. James Fine takes a look at the development of university programs in medical technology and residency programs in clinical pathology have supported this development. The University of Washington is a leader in the field. James Fine, MD The University of Washington is committed to ensuring digital accessibility in our services, programs, and activities. If you encounter accessibility barriers using videos found on this channel, please contact UW Video at uwvideo [at] uw [dot] edu.
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