Department of Pathology

The Department of Pathology at MGM Medical College, Panvel, is located on the second floor and plays a pivotal role in integrating basic science with clinical diagnostics. With a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty, the department supports undergraduate medical education and diagnostic services through its specialized labs in histopathology, haematology, cytopathology, and clinical pathology. Each lab is equipped with modern audio-visual aids including LCD projectors, internet-enabled computers, and whiteboards to facilitate interactive teaching. A spacious museum with over 100 mounted specimens, supported by a digital catalogue and educational charts, enhances student learning. The department’s practical labs provide 50 student workstations and a demonstration space for 30 learners, each station furnished with binocular microscopes for individual use. Advanced infrastructure includes trinocular research microscopes and high-quality penta-head microscopes to support digital microscopy and collaborative learning. The department is linked to a 24-hour diagnostic service laboratory at Kalamboli Hospital, offering essential investigations such as FNAC, Pap smears, bone marrow aspiration, and tru-cut biopsies. Automated tissue processing machines and a grossing station ensure efficiency and precision in histopathological services. The service lab is also equipped for haematological testing and cytological evaluation. As a diagnostic cornerstone, the department enables early disease detection through procedures like Gynae Pap, guided biopsies, frozen sections, and immunohistochemistry. It plays a critical role in improving patient outcomes through accurate, timely diagnosis and clinical correlation. Pathology forms the foundation for understanding disease mechanisms, guiding therapy, and shaping the clinical acumen of future medical professionals.