Abstract
I have worked as a pathologist for about 37 years at Juntendo University. While studying abroad, I was taught “Three Points of Diagnostic Pathology” by Professor Steven G. Silverberg in the USA. After coming back to Japan, based on what I had learned, I practiced diagnostic pathology: entering the operation room for intraoperative pathological diagnosis, pathological diagnosis in numerous cases, many conferences on pathological diagnosis, and teaching diagnostic pathology to pathologists, clinicians, and students. Also, along with my co-workers, I published many articles in international journals. Subsequently, 21 doctors gained a Ph.D. in Medical Sciences. Concerning international activities, with the support of Professor Cesar A. Moran, I held an “International Diagnostic Pathology Course in Tokyo” in 2009, 2011, and 2013. Based on my experiences, I think that the principle of diagnostic pathology is a blend of pathological diagnosis, education, and research. International activity leads to the advancement of diagnostic pathology. Pathological diagnosis is the basis of a patient’s diagnosis and treatment. So, pathologists should have a heart that considers and cherishes patients.
