Dr. Christopher Sande

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christopher M. Sande, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Washington and an Anatomic Pathologist at Seattle Children’s Hospital. He has a specialized focus in Pediatric Pathology, with research interests that include Bone Soft Tissue Pathology, Pediatric Tumors, Tumor Predisposition Syndromes, Telomere Biology Disorders, and Molecular Diagnostics. Dr. Sande has received board certifications in Pediatric Pathology and Anatomic Clinical Pathology. He completed his medical education at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and has undergone extensive training in pathology at prestigious institutions such as the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Seattle Children’s Hospital. In addition to his clinical work, he serves as the Director of Digital Pathology at the Department of Laboratories at Seattle Children’s Hospital, where he is involved in advancing digital pathology techniques and improving diagnostic processes. Dr. Sande is committed to furthering the understanding of pediatric pathology and contributing to advancements in this critical field.

Research Interests

Experience

Director Digital Pathology

2025-01-01 — Present

Seattle Children’s Hospital • Seattle, WA

Oversees the implementation and advancement of digital pathology within the institution.

Assistant Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Teaches and conducts research in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.

Anatomic Pathologist

2024-01-01 — Present

Seattle Children’s Hospital • Seattle, WA

Provides anatomical pathology services with a focus on pediatric cases.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.