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Histopathology EQA

The General Histopathology EQA scheme is recognised as an essential component of continuing support for Consultant Pathologists and also helps ensure that appropriate quality measures are in place to secure safe practice. 

The Scheme is fully accredited by the CPA (Clinical Pathology Accreditation UK Ltd.) with full programme of vertical, horizontal and examination audits in place as well as a system to record any minor or critical incidents.

Annual Report

The most recent annual report for the Histopathology EQA Scheme is available below:

Scotland and Northern Ireland EQA Scheme in General Histopathology annual report 2009/10 [4 pages, 112Kb]

Lead clinician:

Dr James J Going

Service contact address:

NHS Tayside
Ninewells Hospital and Medical School
DUNDEE
DD1 9SY

National Services Division contacts:

To contact members of NSD staff, please visit our staff contacts page.

Janice Birrell, Programme Manager
Tracey Curtis, Assistant Programme Manager
Carol Woods, Programme Support Officer