Coroner
Comprehensive Sites
Dr. G. Medical ExaminerDiscovery Health has created this page, specifically for people interested in the work of medical examiners. You can watch videos on forensic practice, learn how autopsies work, or simply access the episode guide to learn more about Dr. G’s show. Find out what Dr. G., a renowned medical examiner, does day-to-day in her job, and take a test to find out if you really have what it takes to be a medical examiner.
National Forensic Science Technology CenterLearn about science serving justice at this comprehensive web center for forensic investigation. Programs of this site allow you to view publications and quality documents on forensic technology, while news in the field offers you plenty of information on opportunities for employment. Go to the site map to connect directly with this organization’s podcasts, slideshow presentations, future programs, and related links in forensic science.
Occupational Titles
Coroner
Forensic Pathologist
Medical Examiner
Accredited Academic Programs
National Association of Medical Examiners: Forensic TrainingFrom a preeminent organization in the field of medical examination, this site provides links to pages related to forensic science training. Several university programs are available, as well as links to specific programs in forensic medicine, becoming a coroner, and other training.
Salary Levels
PayScale: CoronerFree salary information is available at this page, which combines details on median salary for a coroner, with information according to years of experience. The median salary by employer type is also displayed at the page, which has connections to further information on salary by city, by certification, industry, gender, degree, or major.
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Forensic SciencesDedicated to combining science with the law and criminal investigation, this organization provides a professional’s journal in the field, and also will connect you to employment opportunities, meetings, and information on the benefits of membership.
National Association of Medical ExaminersThis is a national professional association of physicians who specialize in medical examination, medical death investigation, and state system administrators who investigate deaths specifically of public interest. At the quick pick menu, you can connect to information on autopsy standards, or find out more about private autopsies, publications and position papers of the organization, training, and tutorials.
Licensing & Certification
American Board of Forensic ToxicologyLearn about certification in the field of forensic toxicology at this page, which provides access to three downloadable brochures on these specialties. You can also link to information about laboratory accreditation and continuing education offered by the organization.
American Board of Independent Medical ExaminersEducation and examination scheduling is provided by this organization, which certifies independent medical examiners. Click on certification information to find out how someone gets certified by this board.
Forensic Specialties Accreditation BoardIntended to provide a community for assessment and recognition of forensic scientist credentials, this board accredits local organizations that meet the standards for education and examination of forensic specialists.
ISeek: Coroners Licensing and CertificationTake a look at over 50 licenses and certifications related to careers as a coroner or in mortuary science. Links are provided to certification names and the certifying organizations’ pages.
Job Opportunity Sources
National Association of Medical Examiners: JobsThree links are available from this page, including general information on jobs, a category of positions for forensic pathologists, and other non-forensic opportunities.
Publications
Forensic Science CommunicationsStandards, guidelines, technical notes, and other practice resources are available for free viewing at this page, which is the site of a professional quarterly journal in forensic science.
Journal of Forensic SciencesSearch the official publication of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences at this page, or view a sample paper online.
National Association of Medical Examiners: Publications and Position PapersReports, position papers, policy statements, and other interesting material in the field of forensic medical examination are presented by this organization. You can download materials at no charge, and learn about medical examination and coroner surveillance, guides for proper handling in investigation, and approaches to managing unexplained deaths.
Online Forums & Blogs
CoronerStoriesRead inside stories on some unique aspects of being a coroner. Recent comments and posts can be viewed, or link to categories on forensic programs, news, resources, and archives.
Career Videos
Dr. G. Medical ExaminerListen to a video about a famous medical examiner and how she made the decision to go into this field. Dr. G. talks about her profession with lots of humor and will let you know what it is really like to work as a medical examiner.
ISeek: CoronerThe career video here will fill you in on the investigations that coroners perform, who they often work for, and their jobs in determining causes of death. You can also connect to information on the skills needed, career preparation, and possible licensing or certification needed.
