UCLA Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

The UCLA Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine is a leader in diagnostic excellence, research, and education. As an integral part of UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM), the Department advances the shared mission to deliver leading-edge patient care, research, education, and community engagement. 

Guided by the DGSOM Cultural North Star (Do What’s Right, Make Things Better, Be Kind), the Department fosters a culture of excellence, integrity, innovation, and compassion. We thrive within one of the nation’s premier academic medical centers and promote interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific discovery. Through our world-class pathology and laboratory clinical services, we show our steadfast commitment to healing humankind one patient at a time.