Dr. Jon Morrow

Biography

Dr. Jon Morrow is an internationally recognized physician-scientist and the Raymond Yesner Professor of Pathology at Yale School of Medicine. His research has pioneered studies on the structure, function, and genetics of complex cell membrane scaffolds, uncovering the molecular basis of hereditary disorders affecting blood cells and movement disorders such as hereditary ataxia. Over his career, he has published over 200 original research publications and reviews. Under his leadership, the Pathology Department at Yale has grown to become one of the nation’s leading pathology programs, offering subspecialized expertise in key areas of practice. He has co-authored the development of the comprehensive anatomic pathology information system CoPath®, which is widely utilized across the country, and has led innovative initiatives in informatics and computational pathology to ensure optimal patient safety and efficiency in laboratory practices. His clinical specialties include anatomic pathology, hematopathology, and molecular & genomic pathology. Dr. Morrow is board certified in anatomic pathology and has been recognized for integrating technological advancements such as computer-assisted cytologic screening and genetic sequencing into clinical practice, particularly in the diagnosis and evaluation of cancer patients.

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