This group is the official representative for pathology for the South African Medical Association.

The objectives of the group are to:

• Promote the practice and professional interests of both clinical and anatomical pathology.
• Promote the use of pathology as a diagnostic tool to both the medical profession and the lay public.
• Establish professional relationships amongst pathologists and with medical aid schemes, public and private institutions, government authorities, the life insurance industry and university medical schools.
• Promote the establishment and maintenance of acceptable standards in respect of pathology education and practice in South Africa.
• Assist in the promotion of good health practices within the population.