Where can we see an autopsy?

[davidgareau]

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My wife and I are doing some post-bac classes at our local community college. We would like to see an autopsy or help on one in any way possible. Is there any way for someone to do this? I mean, we are willing to volunteer in cleanup or whatever, but we don't know anyone, any doctors or pathologists that is. Nor, are we in Med School yet. We live in an area not too urban, but there are about 3 hospitals within an hour of here, but closest med school is 2 hours...
I'm just getting sick of reading about anatomy and seeing pretty pictures, but seeing nothing like them on any show about surgery I can get my hands on.

any ideas are greatly appreciated,
David & Lena

 

[Gut Shot]

If you're looking for some type of freaky sex aid, try the autopsy video. It'll last longer.

Otherwise just cold call the nearest pathologists. I got to see three autopsies that way (two forensic and one old fashioned heart attack). Bear in mind that it would be a little strange to pick up the phone and hear "can my wife and I see an autopsy? We'll be happy to clean up." Make sure you can articulate a semi-believable justification.

 

[davidgareau]

Yeah, I guess that could be construed as somewhat abnormal sounding....
Never thought of that.... you're a sick sick man (or woman)

Did you cold call the pathologist at a hospital or a forensic pathologist or some other kind.

Thanks for the link too, we're checking it out now... and no, there's no freaky sex aid involved..... 🙂

 

[Circumflex]

Call the local coroner's/medical examiner's office, tell them that you are a student interested in pathology and would like to speak with a pathologist.

I did that before I started medical school - most pathologists are welcoming. Since hospital autopsies are so rare in rural areas, it is usually easier to see a forensic autopsy if they are performed nearby. Good luck.