Dr. Ghada Bashat, an esteemed pathologist based in Aberdeen, Scotland, possesses a rich educational background and holds various qualifications from Ain Shams University in Cairo, Egypt, including an M.B.B.Ch, M.S. in Clinical Pathology, an M.D. with a subspecialty in Laboratory Haematology, and FRCPath (Histopathology) from the Royal College of Pathologists, UK.
Currently serving as a Consultant Histo/Cytopathologist at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary since 2013, she specializes in Histopathology & Cytopathology with sub-specialties in Diagnostic Cytology, Head & Neck, Endocrine, and General Histopathology. Dr. Bashat's expertise lies in fine needle aspiration (FNA) and rapid on-site evaluation, coupled with a keen interest in education & training within the field.
A prolific researcher and member of numerous professional bodies like the Royal College of Pathologists and the Pathological Society of Great Britain & Ireland, Dr. Bashat has contributed significantly to advancing pathology. Her publications and presentations focus on topics such as the diagnostic accuracy of FNA cytology, breast pathology, lymphoma, and more. Alongside her clinical duties, she actively participates in teaching medical students, trainee pathologists, and biomedical science staff, demonstrating a commitment to the progression of pathology education and practice.