Pathology Services
Oral Pathology services
Our team includes four ABOMP board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologists: Drs. Leticia Ferreira Cabido, Madhu Shrestha, Victoria Woo, and John Wright. Drs. Woo and Wright were invited by the World Health Organization to serve on the Expert Panel that developed the 2022 WHO Classification of Head and Neck Tumours, reflecting their international leadership in the field.Drs. Cabido and Woo contribute to the advancement of oral pathology education through their service on the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) committees for Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Education. Dr. Cabido also serves as a Councilor of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, while Dr. Shrestha serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine (Wiley).Collectively, our faculty bring nearly a century of experience in oral and maxillofacial pathology. Drs. Shrestha and Cabido each have 14 years of experience, Dr. Woo has 20 years of experience and was recently elected Director of the ABOMP, and Dr. Wright has 47 years of experience and is a Past President of the ABOMP.
About Oral Pathology Services
The College of Dentistry biopsy service began in 1980 and was provided by Drs. William H. Binnie, E James Cundiff, and John M Wright. The biopsy service today is one of the largest databases of oral pathology in the world and serves as a vital research resource for the faculty and provides opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide to investigate various aspects of head and neck pathology. Additionally, it provides extensive experience in surgical pathology for the residents training in oral and maxillofacial pathology where it offers the department a competitive advantage in the recruitment of residents.
Our Services
- Processing and interpretation of biopsy specimens
- Access to oral pathologists for clinical/radiologic consultations
- One day turn around after receipt of specimens
- Free FedEx Express shipping
- Complimentary biopsy kits
Request Oral Pathology services
Texas A&M Oral Pathology Services proudly provides high-quality oral histopathology services to clinicians across the United States. To make specimen submission as convenient as possible, we offer complimentary biopsy kits that include a FedEx Pak with a prepaid return shipping label, allowing specimens to be sent to our laboratory at no cost to your practice. Final reports are delivered by fax or email within 24 hours of specimen receipt. Our board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologists are always available to discuss cases, provide clinical consultation, and answer diagnostic questions. We welcome phone calls and emails and strive to deliver exceptional service and support to our referring clinicians.
Request a Biopsy Kit
Request your complimentary biopsy kits here. Biopsy kits can also be obtained by calling (214) 828-8111 or emailing oralpath@tamu.edu.
Biopsy Requisition FormAlso included with each biopsy kit
Each biopsy specimen must be accompanied by a completed Biopsy Requisition Form that includes patient demographics, relevant clinical history, a description of the lesion, and biopsy site information. Each complimentary biopsy kit contains specimen containers, shipping materials, a Biopsy Requisition Form, and an informational sheet outlining our fee schedule and specimen shipping instructions.
What Patients Need To Know
The fee for the biopsy you recently had has two parts: the doctor who performed your biopsy charges a fee for surgically removing or sampling your lesion, and there is a pathology fee for the microscopic interpretation of that specimen.
Oral Pathology Experertise
Oral Pathologists are the only dental/pathology specialists with specific training in oral pathology. Their specialty training allows them to provide the greatest expertise and experience when interpreting biopsies from the oral regions. While general pathologists can legally provide this service, they are not specifically trained to do so. Your doctor’s decision to have an oral pathologist interpret your biopsy demonstrates their understanding and commitment that you, his/her patient, receive the highest quality of care available.
Billing through your provider
Because of the federal "No Surprise Act", your doctor should have discussed with you the fee for your pathology interpretation. Depending on what was chosen, you may or may not receive a separate invoice for pathology services. We submit claims to all medical and dental insurance plans. However, except for Medicare, Medicaid, and UnitedHealthcare, we are not currently contracted with medical insurers and are generally considered out of network. Please provide complete, legible, and accurate billing information. Photocopies of both the front and back of the insurance card are preferred to ensure timely claims processing.
Billing Contact
If you have any questions about billing, please contact our third-party billing provider at (866) 592-6822 (Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM EST).
Meet Our Pathologists
We sincerely appreciate and take seriously the trust you have placed in us to provide anatomic pathology interpretation for your patients.
Leticia Ferreira Cabido, DDS, MS
Clinical Associate Professor Director, Oral Pathology Services Department of Diagnostic Sciences
Madhu Shrestha, PhD, MS, MDS, BDS
Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Diagnostic Sciences
Victoria L. Woo, DDS
Director of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Advanced Education Program Clinical Professor Department of Diagnostic Sciences