NSW Health Pathology offers a wide range of career opportunities and fosters a work culture that puts people first.
We’re proud to be Australia’s largest public pathology and forensic & analytical science service, employing more than 5,000 staff.
Dr Patricia (Trish) Symons is a perinatal pathologist and staff specialist in Anatomical Pathology at NSW Health Pathology’s Liverpool laboratory. Each day Trish and her colleagues play a crucial role….
It is with immense sadness that NSW Health Pathology acknowledges the death of Professor Richard Scolyer at the age of 59 years on Sunday 7 June 2026. Richard leaves a….
Two leading NSW Health Pathology clinicians and researchers have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, celebrating decades of dedication to improving the lives of patients and strengthening public….
After 30 years of supporting patients, families and clinicians at Newcastle’s John Hunter Hospital mortuary, NSW Health Pathology postmortem technician Michael Hadlow is stepping into retirement and closing the door….
For more than 11 years, Jimish has been a valued member of NSW Health Pathology, working as a Hospital Scientist and 2IC at Moruya Hospital. As part of a multidisciplinary….
After nearly six decades in pathology, long-serving collector at NSW Health Pathology’s Narrabri laboratory Ian Schweitzer is retiring. Ian has spent the past two years as a collector with NSW….
For NSW Health Pathology collector Madeleine Healey, volunteering with St John Ambulance NSW was always about helping others, but she never imagined she would one day help save someone’s life.….
The Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR) is now live at NSW Health Pathology’s 11 labs and 46 collection centres in the Hunter New England Local Health District, marking a major….
A new research paper on small cell lung cancer co-authored by NSW Health Pathology cytologist Shailendra Gune points to more personalised treatment options for patients with this aggressive form of….
Want a bird’s eye look at how, where and why pathology tests are ordered across NSW emergency departments (EDs)? Or take a deep dive into test ordering variation for specific….
Ground‑breaking research at NSW Health Pathology’s anatomical pathology laboratory at Royal North Shore Hospital could transform how cancer is diagnosed and treated, using a simple blood test instead of invasive….
International Nurses Day recognises the extraordinary contribution of nurses across our health system. At NSW Health Pathology, nurses like Joanne, Lorna, Dany and Angelie play a vital role in delivering….
After 25 years of dedicated service with NSW Health Pathology, Queanbeyan Hospital Laboratory’s Marc Balfour retired on 1 May, leaving behind a legacy of professionalism, reliability and quiet leadership. Marc….
On Friday 1 May we acknowledge the incredible contribution of our administrative professionals across NSW Health Pathology. From reception to rostering and support services - their work matters and we….
A new chapter in patient-centred care for Sutherland communities began on 20 April 2026, with the opening of a NSW Health Pathology collection centre in the brand-new Kensington Street Building….
This year marks a century since the initial identification of VWD – a bleeding disorder thought to be more common than haemophilia. Today on World Haemophilia Day, we meet world….
Congratulations to the graduating class of 2025! Several NSW Health Pathology trainee pathologists were among the graduates at the recent Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) conference in Sydney.….
Clinical genomicist and geneticist at NSW Health Pathology’s Randwick Genomics Laboratory, Professor Tony Roscioli, has been recognised for his significant contribution to the development of diagnostic genomics in Australia. The….
NSW Health Pathology has won a gold award in the ACON Health + Wellbeing Equality Index (HWEI) and been named Most Improved Service Provider, celebrating the organisation’s significant progress in….
After more than 30 years working in pathology laboratories, Melanie has taken her career in an exciting new direction—leading research support for rural and regional NSW. As NSW Health Pathology’s….
There were stories and plenty of nostalgia at our Genomics Laboratory at Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick recently, as the team gathered to celebrate long serving scientist Raj Morgan,….
After an incredible career spanning almost 50 years, we congratulate Deb Holmes as she retires from NSW Health Pathology’s Frenchs Forest laboratory. Deb began her pathology career in 1978, joining….
March 24 was Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day and a timely reminder for Australians to understand their inherited heart attack and stroke risk and ask their GP whether testing is appropriate. Last….
Congratulations to Dr Poomahal Kumar from our Royal North Shore Laboratory, who has been awarded the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) 2025 Konrad Muller Outstanding Teaching Award. Dr….
The Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR) is now in use at Justice Health NSW and at NSW Health Pathology's John Hunter Hospital Laboratory in Newcastle. As a historic first for NSW Health, the….
A number of cases of the flesh-eating Buruli ulcer have now been detected on the New South Wales south coast. There is growing evidence mosquitoes are at least partly responsible….
The Dubbo community is now benefitting from an $8.2 million investment by the NSW Government to deliver major upgrades to NSW Health Pathology’s laboratory at Dubbo Health Service. A brand-new,….
When Chirine walked into the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children in 1998, she had just completed a weekend course and immediately found herself “in the deep end”. What worried her most….
Justice doesn’t begin in the courtroom — it often begins in the mortuary. Forensic pathologists use science to uncover facts, answer difficult questions, and help bring certainty where there is….
‘Ecstatica’ was the theme of this year’s 48th Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade, and our staff were thrilled to be part of it, marching alongside their NSW Health colleagues….
Patients and clinicians in Murrumbidgee will have access to faster access to pathology results with new technology for the region’s public laboratories. NSW Health Pathology is investing $2.8 million in….
NSW Health Pathology genomics services deliver world-class molecular diagnostics to the people of NSW, while also driving vital research and innovation. So it’s important that we train and develop our genomics workforce to meet current and….
Hillary Omoregbe works in NSW Health Pathology’s Statewide Sequencing Service Laboratory at Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick, where she plays a key role in germline exome and gene panel sequencing….
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science we are recognising the women who help shape better health outcomes for our community. One of them is Sanzida Nowshin,….
NSW Health Pathology courier Russell Platt is handing back the keys after 25 years behind the wheel, delivering precious pathology samples across the Central West of the state and ensuring….
A major milestone has been reached in our journey toward a more connected, statewide pathology service with new digital haematology and morphology technology now officially live across multiple sites in….
NSW Health Pathology’s Clinical Director at the Randwick Genomics Laboratory Dr Michael Buckley has been awarded an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for distinguished service to human genomic….
NSW Health Pathology’s Director of Core Pathology and Clinical Chemistry at Westmead and Multicultural Health Lead, Associate Professor Stephen Li, has been recognised for his achievements in this year’s Australia….
Dr Catherine Zillberg has completed a six-month regional rotation at the Coffs Harbour Anatomical Pathology laboratory, where she was blown away by the sheer volume and complexity of cases, along….
Victorian woman Melissa Nord says her son Mitchell is alive today thanks to a prenatal genomics test that led genetic pathologists at NSW Health Pathology to uncover a rare genetic….
Meet Annalise, one of our highly skilled collectors at Mudgee Hospital, who says helping young children and their carers get through a blood collection is one of the most rewarding….
Summer’s here and after a wet spring in many parts of Australia, mosquitoes are out in force. Insect repellent has become a routine requirement for time outdoors. But how safe….
NSW Health Pathology and medical research institute, NeuRA (Neuroscience Research Australia), have launched a new partnership aimed at advancing genomic medicine to improve patient care and our understanding of neurological….
Over the past 18 months, NSW Health Pathology has delivered nine new or refurbished laboratories across the state, with cutting-edge technology, faster testing and modern, fit-for-purpose facilities to benefit patients,….
Caroline is about to move from our Bega Laboratory and take a new job as the Laboratory Manager of our Cooma Laboratory in the Snowy Mountains region, but spending time….
Kajaal Prasad is a Senior Scientist in Dissection at our Nepean laboratory, playing a key role in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients. She’s currently developing a training program to….
Our Research Coordinator at Wollongong, Dr Vidiya Ramachandran has been featured in a new public art installation celebrating the city’s rich cultural heritage and diversity. Vidiya’s portrait is one of….
Hila Kakar is a Scientist and a Trainee Clinical Scientist working in the Immunopathology lab at ICPMR, Westmead Hospital. Her curiosity as a child has paved the way for her….
George has had an extraordinary career in science and pathology that has taken him all over the world and across much of Australia. Now at the age of 77, George….
Michelle works at our collection centre located at Providence Medical Centre in Belmont. In January 2026, she will notch up 17 years of dedicated service! Michelle has exceptional customer service….
Laura is one busy person – a mum of two little girls, a Laboratory Manager, a house renovator, soccer coach and cheerleader of her people. She’s committed to leading her….
Jenny Newton is a laboratory scientist with more than 35 years of experience in pathology. This year, she moved into NSW Health Pathology’s Hunter Relief position, a flexible role that….
Stacey has always been curious with a desire to know “why”, which led her to study chemistry, majoring in forensic science. She has worked in the racing industry analysing samples….
As a Microbiology Scientist at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) laboratory, Susy’s work involves the detection, identification and analysis of microroganisms that cause infections. What do you do….
Brooke worked for more than a decade as a sports massage therapist for elite athletes and sporting teams in Queensland, but says relocating to her hometown of Kempsey to work….
The Hawkesbury community will continue to have access to high quality healthcare, with the transition of Hawkesbury District Hospital pathology services to NSW Health Pathology on 14 October 2025. NSWHP….
After an incredible 38 years in pathology, we bid farewell and celebrate Jane Fay, Tweed Technical Assistant, as she begins her well-earned retirement. Jane first joined the old Tweed….
Our Dubbo pathology lab has welcomed new lab manager, Shaleen Shah, who has embraced country life and joined a local dragon boating team to maintain her connection to the water.….
Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on Professor Sandra O’Toole, who is working ahead of the curve to improve diagnosis and outcomes….
We recently said farewell to collector and laboratory assistant at our Wagga Wagga lab, Daniel Arnold, who is about to fulfill his childhood dream of studying at Oxford University in….
NSW Health Pathology acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land across NSW whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We would like to pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the state.
NSW Health Pathology acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land across NSW whose cultures and customs have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. We would like to pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the state.
