Dr. Corinne Fligner

Professor

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Biography

Corinne L. Fligner, MD, is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington School of Medicine, specializing in Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. With a clinical focus on autopsy pathology, her professional trajectory encompasses significant roles in forensic pathology, particularly with the King County Medical Examiner’s Office in Seattle. Dr. Fligner has dedicated her career to the diagnosis and education surrounding autopsy pathology and provides oversight for autopsy services at two major UW Medicine hospitals: the University of Washington Medical Center and Harborview Medical Center. She is board certified in Anatomic and Clinical Forensic Pathology and has pursued additional training in pediatric pathology. Her work integrates diagnostic pathology that includes adult and perinatal-fetal autopsies, placental pathology, and the administration of educational programs. Dr. Fligner’s collaborative research efforts address key aspects of pathology and patient care associated with death.

Research Interests

Experience

Director, Autopsy Death Services (Decedent Affairs)

— Present

UW Medical Center - Montlake • Seattle, WA

Oversaw autopsy services and managed death-related patient care activities.

Professor

— Present

University of Washington School of Medicine • Seattle, WA

Taught and conducted research within the Department of Pathology.

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
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

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