Season 2 | Episode #5: Start Before You’re Ready: Sparking an Interest in Forensic Pathology
In this episode, host Joanna sits down with Dr. Jenna Aungst, a 2025 CAP Foundation Sparking Interest in Pathology Award recipient, to discuss her journey into forensic pathology and her work creating free educational resources for aspiring pathologists.
They explore the importance of accessible pathology education, the value of mentorship and early exposure, and how her learning platform is helping students discover the field. Whether you’re curious about forensic pathology or considering a career in the specialty, this episode is a great place to start.
Featured Guest: Jenna Aungst, DO, is a PGY1 pathology resident at the University of Texas Medical Branch with a passion for forensic pathology. She serves as Founder and Vice Chair of the National Association of Medical Examiners Future Forensic Pathologists Committee, where she leads several initiatives to empower learners and expand interdisciplinary engagement in the specialty. She is also pursuing an MPH in Epidemiology at Georgia State University and has research interests spanning disaster response, violence prevention, infectious disease, and aerospace medicine.
Resources and Links:
- Learn more about Dr. Jenna Aungst’s research: Career Choice and Interdisciplinary Education in Forensic Pathology: A Cross-Sectional Study – Read the article.
- Educational Opportunity Finder – Explore shadowing opportunities, rotations, internships, and training programs in forensic pathology.
- ForensicPathologyEducation.org – Access free online learning modules, educational resources, and webinars for students and trainees interested in forensic pathology.
- TheNAME.org – Join the National Association of Medical Examiners with free student and resident membership and access educational resources, including the Student & Trainee Webinar Series.
- AAFS.org – Explore the American Academy of Forensic Sciences for educational resources, networking opportunities, and career development across forensic science disciplines.
- PathElective.com – Free, self-paced pathology courses and educational resources for medical students, residents, and aspiring pathologists.
- MatchToPath.com – Free mentorship, residency application guidance, interview tips, and career resources for future pathologists.
- CAP Foundation Grant and Award Opportunties: Learn More
- Donate to support the CAP Foundation: https://foundation.cap.org/donate/
- Shop the new Foundation Store: https://the-foundation-store.checkoutstores.com/
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