Since our previous profile in 2015, we’ve received 579 pathology and surgical pathology titles from 20 different publishers. The books range from $25 to $575 with an average cost of $193.05. 

Listed below are a handful of pathology and surgical pathology reviews we’d like to highlight from Doody’s Review Service. All of these titles appear on Doody’s Core Titles 2026 and have achieved noteworthy reviews. 

Urologic Surgical Pathology, 4th Edition 

“This extraordinary work continues to be a definitive reference for genitourinary pathology. It is truly comprehensive, and readers seeking a full unabbreviated explanation of the subject will find this book particularly helpful…[T]his is an excellent book that should be in the library of any pathologist or clinician who regularly deals with diseases or tumors that affect the genitourinary system.” Kyle Perry, MD 

Greenfield’s Neuropathology – 2 Volume Set, 10th Edition 

“This edition effectively blends contemporary techniques with established histopathologic and chemical diagnostics that form the bedrock of the modern neuropathology practice….[It] remains the authoritative neuropathology reference…[It] very effectively restructur[es] the volumes for improved reference and by incorporating a vast amount of contemporary literature without expanding the size.” Ryan Landvater, MD, MEng 

Ioachim’s Lymph Node Pathology, 5th Edition 

“This fifth edition is the most comprehensive, thorough, yet succinct textbook on lymph node pathology….[I]t remains an exceptionally well-organized, highly relevant, and immensely useful resource for practicing pathologists.” Anna Owczarczyk,  MD, PhD 

Essentials of Anatomic Pathology – 2 Volume Set, 4th Edition 

“This fourth edition is a major revision of a book that covers all aspects of anatomic pathology….The overall organization and appearance of the book remain attractive with a large number of high quality images. I have no doubts that this will remain one of the favorite anatomic pathology books among residents, fellows, and staff. I highly recommend it.” Anamarija Perry, MD 

MacSween’s Pathology of the Liver, 8th Edition 

“This incredibly comprehensive book will provide readers with a basic understanding of liver diseases and how to diagnose them. It not only covers pathology, but also details the corresponding clinical background and radiology. The book is ideal for pathologists and trainees interested in learning pathology and pathophysiology, clinical correlation, and radiologic correlation of various liver disease entities.” Jiayun Fang, MD