Ophthalmic pathology

Answers when you need them.

Our section has broad knowledge and expertise in the pathologic processes that involve the eye as well as periocular tissues, which includes the orbit and eyelids. We provide consultation services and primary diagnoses on ophthalmic cases both domestically and abroad.

800+

cases seen each year

4

sub-specialized pathologists

Requesting a pathology consult

Our best practices enable expeditious, evidence-based results. Click here to learn more about Mayo Clinic Laboratories consultation request process.

Pathology in Focus

Diva Salomao, M.D. gives an overview of the ophthalmic pathology service and the benefits of collaborating with Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

Expertise

Joaquin Garcia, M.D.

Ophthalmic pathologist and professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Ruifeng (Ray) Guo, M.D., Ph.D.

Ophthalmic pathologist and assistant professor of Dermatology and Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Cristiane (Cris) Ida, M.D.

Cristiane (Cris) Ida, M.D.

Ophthalmic pathologist and assistant professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Diva Salomao, M.D.

Head of Ophthalmic Pathology Section, ophthalmic pathologist, and professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Testing

PATHC | Pathology Consultation

UMM3F | Uveal Melanoma, Chromosome 3 Monosomy, FISH, Tissue

CMAPT | Chromosomal Microarray, Tumor, Formalin-Fixed Paraffin-Embedded

MELP | Melanoma Targeted Gene Panel, Next-Generation Sequencing, Tumor

Learn more about how to order these evaluations at your institution.