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An autopsy, which examines the body of a deceased person (or sometimes an animal) is done by a specialized doctor called a pathologist.

The local officials who do autopsies and similar work are called coroners, and doctors on their staffs are called medical examiners (ME's).

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Yes pathologists in the mortuary area performs autopsies. There are also times where ther are external agencies such as the Coroners etc., that may have their own facilities.

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