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The autopsy tells a story | 09

2024/6/18
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Forensic pathologists, medical examiners, and coroners play crucial roles in death investigations, but their qualifications and responsibilities vary. Forensic pathologists are medical doctors specialized in pathology, while coroners may not necessarily have medical backgrounds.

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You’ve seen them on true crime TV shows and movies, forensic pathologists, medical examiners, and coroners have a firm foothold in popular culture. But what is forensic pathology and how does it differ from the others?

On this special episode of Crime Beat, Global News senior crime reporter Nancy Hixt gives you an exclusive look inside the medical examiner's office. Find out what it takes, the challenges and how real is what you see on TV? Learn how an autopsy tells a story from a forensic pathologist who has worked all over North America.

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**Instagram: **@nancy.hixt)

**Facebook: **https://www.facebook.com/NancyHixtCrimeBeat/)

**Email: **[email protected])

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