Phillip J. DeChristopher, MD PhD
Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Medical Director, Transfusion Medicine / Blood Bank / Apheresis Service (LUMC)
Medical Director, Clinical Laboratory, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital
Education:
Graduate School: MS, PhD in Physical Organic Chemistry, University of Illinois;
Medical School: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
Residency: Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center
Fellowship: Michael Reese Hospital & Medical Center
What motivated you to become a Pathologist?
Interest in science generally, since High School, leading to all of my degrees, my work as a research chemist and desire to matriculate to medical school, as well as the subsequent medical training and certifications. Fervent desire specifically to use Laboratory Medicine and Pathology to make a difference in patient care.
What do you love most about Loyola Pathology?
Collegiality among disciplines which provides the best multi-disciplinary approach to problem-solving and patient care.
What is one thing people may not know about you?
I don't golf and never wanted to learn; I like to drive fast cars, and if I had time and world enough, I'd love to get a private pilot's license.