Nolan Wells' independent autopsy report concludes his cause of death is ‘undetermined’. Here's what we know about Dr. Roger Mitchell who conducted autopsy.

Across the United States, the shortage of forensic pathologists has reached a critical level. According to the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME), only about 850 forensic pathologists are currently practicing nationwide — roughly 400 fewer than the number needed to meet today’s demands,

The independent autopsy on Nolan Wells was carried out with a missing part of his body, the pathologist who carried it out said in his report.

Summit County’s medical examiner is concerned about a shortage of forensic pathologists to work as medical examiners. A job posting for a deputy medical examiner has been up for nearly a year, with no interest in the position, which would bring the ...

Dr. Folkerth is also a former neuropathologist for the New York City chief medical examiner and lead author of the review. "While that is part of our role, the scope of forensic pathology goes far beyond autopsy examinations," Dr. Folkerth continued.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Wayne Country Chief medical Examiner Werner Spitz calls intense cross-examination "What you work for. It's a battle of the minds." World-renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Werner Spitz ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner Thomas Gilson has struggled to retain a full team of forensic pathologists to handle the county’s rising autopsy load, but he’s far from alone. Medical examiners and coroners around the country have ...