Department News
Pathology department stays on the front-lines of COVID-19 testing, research and new innovation. COVID Q&As with laboratory employees, administration and faculty in autopsy and blood supply services.



COVID Q&A with faculty
COVID Q&A with administration
COVID Q&A with Lab Techs
Faculty Spotlight
Profile of Dr. Michael Idowu, Chair of the Division of Anatomic Pathology, watch a video on testing for COVID-19 by Dr. Marie Do, Clinical Assistant Professor, Transfusion Medicine and welcome our new faculty.
Dr. Idowu's path to Pathology
"Throughout his tenure at VCU, Dr. Michael Idowu has remained the same quiet, humble man we first met during his interview for a residency position. VCU and the Department of Pathology have benefited greatly from his presence and many contributions," said David S. Wilkinson, MD, PhD, Professor Emeritus.
Q&A with Dr. Michael Idowu
Please welcome our new faculty:
New faculty bring Molecular Diagnosis, Cytopathology, Dermatopathology, Chemistry and Surgical Pathology expertise.

Elizabeth Barrie, PhD
Molecular Diagnostics

Elizabeth Barrie, PhD
Molecular Diagnostics
Pathology
Associate Director of Molecular Diagnostics and Cytogenetics;
Assistant Professor
Phone: (804) 628-3662

Bryce Hatfield, MD
Surgical Pathology & Cytopathology

Bryce Hatfield, MD
Surgical Pathology & Cytopathology
Pathology
Assistant Professor of Pathology
Email: Bryce.Hatfield@vcuhealth.org

Grace Wang, MD
Dermatopathology & Surgical Pathology

Grace Wang, MD
Dermatopathology & Surgical Pathology
Pathology
Assistant Professor of Pathology
Phone: (804) 628-4440
Fax: (804) 828-8733

Grace R. Williams PhD
Director of Toxicology Associate Dir. of Chemistry

Grace R. Williams PhD
Director of Toxicology Associate Dir. of Chemistry
Pathology
Phone: 804-828-5252
Housestaff Kudos Corner
Our housestaff are making fantastic strides in their training and professional development.
Here are some of the awesome things that have been accomplished over this academic year: (Read More About Our Housestaff)
- Resident’s Fellowship Acceptances
- Poster Presentations
- Awe-Inspiring Experiences
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