10:30 – 11:00 am
Forensic Identification
Discussion of the different levels and techniques regarding identification
Session Takeaways:
- Understand the different levels of identification in forensic pathology and when each would be used.
- Learn the different methods for identification.
- Recognize the limitations of each method.
Joshua Akers, M.D.
Medical Examiner, Polk County Medical Examiner
Dr. Akers has been with the office of the Polk County Medical Examiner since 2018, and has served as Chief Medical Examiner since February of 2020. He obtained his medical degree from the University of the Caribbean in 2013 and subsequently completed residency in Anatomic and Clinical pathology followed by a fellowship in forensic pathology. His interests include cardiovascular pathology, histopathology and tracking death trends.