Compass Dermatopathology is the leader in the accurate diagnosis of skin diseases.

We understand that behind every test is a patient waiting for their results.

Fast Turnaround Times

For Patients & Clinicians

Accurate Diagnoses

of Skin Diseases & Disorders

Nationwide

Dermatopathology Services

Board-Certified

Dermatopathologists

Nationwide Service, Dedicated to your Practice

Compass Dermatopathology Lab

Compass Dermatopathology is a nationwide full-service dermatopathology lab for dermatologists and physicians dedicated to treating skin disorders.

Fast & Accurate Results

At Compass, our mission is to provide you with an accurate diagnosis in the least amount of time.

Prompt, Concise & Accurate Reports

EMR Interfacing

We work with EMRs to build pathways and interfaces by which you can both order and receive reports electronically.

Seamless EMR Integration

Direct Access

Our dermatopathologists are readily available to answer your questions or to discuss specific cases with you.

Physician-to-Physician Access

CAP & CLIA Accredited

Accredited by the College of American Pathologists, we hold active laboratory licenses in all states including California, Florida, and New York.

Internationally Recognized

Concise Reporting

Clear and concise diagnostic reporting with customizable delivery methods including EMR delivery, client portal, e-fax, and EMR interfacing.

Prompt, Concise, Accurate

Ongoing Commitment

We contribute to the education of residents, medical students, and future dermatopathologists by teaching and giving lectures.

Dermatopathology Fellowship

Compass Dermatopathology Lab

Passionate – Dedicated – Professional

About Compass Dermatopathology

At Compass Dermatopathology, our mission is to deliver the highest quality dermatopathology lab services and advance the field of dermatopathology while treating patients, referring clinicians, and employees like family.

As a nationally recognized physician-owned and led practice, our dermatopathology laboratory provides the highest quality, most advanced diagnostics while maintaining exceptional and reliable customer service, making us the premier dermatopathology laboratory in the country.

We adhere to our mission statement by holding to the following principles:

  • Provide timely and accurate diagnostic results.
  • Employ only outstanding dermatopathologists who are always available to discuss cases and whose main goal is to support referring providers with diagnosing and treating their patients.
  • Continually innovate and improve our laboratory technologies and resources.
  • Contribute to the education of residents, medical students, and future dermatopathologists.
Learn More About Us

Call us anytime: Monday to Friday : 5 am – 7 pm

(858) 750-2983

(858) 750-2983

Compass Dermatopathology

We bring you Extensive Experience

Our team of board-certified dermatopathologists have a combined experience of over 2,000,000 cases diagnosed.

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Compass Dermatopathology Laboratory Executive Director & Founder

Antoanella Calame, MD

Dr. Calame is the Executive Director and Founder of Compass Dermatopathology. Her motto, which has become our company’s mantra, is to treat all our patients like we would our own family. With our “patient-first” approach, we go the extra mile to ensure you receive the affordable and effective treatment you deserve. Our unwavering dedication to providing an exceptional experience is reflected in every step of our process. From our streamlined requisition process to our easy-to-read final report, we ensure you receive the highest level of service.

Antoanella Calame, MD
Lecturer

She lectures at national and international conferences.

Author

She has published numerous peer reviewed scientific papers.

Dr. Antoanella Calame

Board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist.

Compass Dermatopathology

Meet Our Dermatopathologists

Compass Dermatopathology’s commitment to our clinicians and patients is supported by an unrivaled team of board-certified dermatopathologists, both dermatology and pathology trained, and staff utilizing advanced diagnostic techniques to provide accurate, clear and prompt diagnoses.

Dermatopathologist Antoanella Calame, MD

Antoanella Calame, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Antoanella Calame, MD

Antoanella Calame, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Christof Erickson, MD
Christof Erickson, MD

Pathologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Christof Erickson, MD

Christof Erickson, MD

Pathologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist David Barnett, MD
David Barnette, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist David Barnett, MD

David Barnette, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Blake Vest, MD
Blake Vest, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Blake Vest, MD
Blake Vest, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Michael Lee, MD
Michael Lee, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Michael Lee, MD

Michael Lee, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Shadi Khalil, MD
Shadi Khalil, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Shadi Khalil, MD
Shadi Khalil, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Eduardo Rodriguez, MD
Eduardo Rodriguez, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Eduardo Rodriguez, MD
Eduardo Rodriguez, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Dermatopathologist Vikas Shrivastava, MD
Vikas Shrivastava, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Compass Dermatopathology Lab Dermatopathologist Vikas Shrivastava, MD
Vikas Shrivastava, MD

Dermatologist/Dermatopathologist

Nationwide Dermatopathology Lab

Why Choose Compass Dermatopathology

Compass Dermatopathology’s lab is staffed by board-certified dermatopathologists (we have a team of dermatology and pathology-trained dermatopathologists) to give you the best combination of expertise in the field.

  • Staffed by board-certified dermatopathologists.

  • Accredited by the College of American Pathologists & CLIA.

  • Experienced technicians and histology staff.

  • Rapid turnaround time.

  • Every specimen is treated as if it were from someone we love.

  • Quality-focused full-service dermatopathology laboratory.

  • An ongoing commitment to the fields of dermatology and dermatopathology.

  • Licensed in every state.

Our Services

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