Pathologist
DynaLIFE

Dr. Alakija is a Clinical Professor in Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Alberta where an anatomical and breast pathologist for DynaLife Medical Labs. She is also a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Calgary where she works as a forensic pathologist and medical examiner for the Alberta Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. She is a member of the Alberta Medical Association Negotiating Committee and the Lab Physician Representation Group.

Dr. Alakija obtained her medical degree from the University of British Columbia in 1990. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) in anatomical pathology and is American Board Certified in anatomic pathology and forensic pathology. She obtained a Master of Science degree in medical education in 2009. She has completed 11 Physician Management Institute Courses (now called Joule) through the Canadian Medical Association. Her interests within pathology include education, breast pathology and forensic pathology.

Dr. Alakija is of Scottish and Nigerian heritage, and she is outspoken about equity, diversity and inclusion, especially with regards to medical leadership. Formerly, she was the Assistant Chief Medical Examiner for Alberta, a board member of the Alberta Medical Association (AMA), President of the AMA Section of Laboratory Physicians, Chair of the Governance Committee and Vice President at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), President of the Misericordia Medical Staff Association, and Medical Chair of the Anatomical Pathology Network at Alberta Health Services.

Dr. Alakija has a wide range of past work experience in pathology and other areas of medicine, such as general practice and surgical assisting. Her awards include the NATO Medal for Peace and Freedom for her forensic work in Kosovo in 1999 and many Gold Star Teaching Awards from the University of Calgary.


pauline.alakija@dynaLIFE.ca

780-451-3702 ext 8105
800-661-9876 ext 8105