A message from Irwin Nash, M.D., FCAP
Chairman, Department of Pathology
Welcome to the Department of Pathology where pathologists, pathologist assistants, medical technologists, medical technicians, phlebotomists and support personnel provide a full spectrum of laboratory services. Our dedicated staff of over 100 individuals performs approximately two million tests per year.
Our departmental sections include surgical pathology, histology, cytology, autopsy, chemistry, hematology, serology, blood bank and microbiology. Studies have shown that 70% of medical decisions rely on laboratory data. We proudly offer our medical community and our patients laboratory data that is comprehensive, accurate and timely. Our lab never closes; we provide results around the clock each and every day to maximize the healthcare provided at the Hospital of Saint Raphael.
Pathology Services
Procedures and Technology
Presurgical Care Center
Outpatient Diagnostic Testing Center
Irwin Nash, M.D., FCAP
Chairman, Department of Pathology
Hospital of Saint Raphael
Diplomate of the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Attending Pathologist and Director of Clinical Chemistry, Hospital of Saint Raphael
American Board of Internal Medicine – Sub-specialty – Hematology
- Residency: Pathology, Yale School of Medicine; General Internal Medicine, Hospital of Saint Raphael; Hematology Fellowship, Yale University
- Medical Education: Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Undergraduate Education: Yale University
Academic Positions:
Associate Clinical Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Yale School of Medicine
Awards:
- Recipient of Teaching and Service Awards
– Current or Former Board Positions:
- Connecticut Society of Pathologists, Board of Directors and Past President
- Connecticut American Red Cross – Former Board of Directors
- Hospital of Saint Raphael Institutional Review Board – Chair
- Saint Raphael Healthcare System Transfusion Committee – Chair
- Saint Raphael Healthcare System Graduate Education, CME Commees
- Yale Donohue Initiative, Medical Ethics – Former Member
Publications and Abstracts
Multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals