Recognizing Dr. Kirsten Bellucci
Honoring Dr. Kirsten Bellucci: An Excellent Pathologist and Coworker!
Pathologists are physicians who make accurate diagnoses by examining clinical samples with microscopes or other specialized tools, allowing treating physicians to provide optimal therapies to their patients.
At HNL Lab Medicine, we are fortunate to have dedicated pathologists, like dermatopathologist Dr. Kirsten Bellucci , who work diligently to enhance the care of our patients.
They also make great coworkers! Today we celebrate Dr. Bellucci for her compassion and tireless commitment to making a difference in the lives of those she serves.
A Friendly Face in Pathology
Dr. Bellucci values both diagnostic excellence and building strong relationships with colleagues throughout HNL Lab Medicine. She works tirelessly to create a supportive environment even when the department is busy or short staffed, often showing her appreciation by sending thoughtful emails to recognize those who go out of their way to help.
Her main focus is always on the patient and ensuring they receive the best care, even if it means putting in extra effort. When challenging cases arise in dermatopathology, she’s always ready to step in and collaborate with her colleagues.
Devoted to both patient care and the well-being of everyone around her, Dr. Bellucci exemplifies what it means to be a great coworker and a great pathologist.
Dedication to Patient Care
An excellent diagnostician, Dr. Bellucci consistently demonstrates exceptional commitment to her patients. She spends the time needed to process all results accurately and with care, ensuring that clinicians have the details necessary to treat their patients effectively. When healthcare providers urgently require test results to plan upcoming surgeries or to begin time-sensitive treatments, she immediately prioritizes their case.
It doesn’t matter if she has a busy workload and a full desk of slides to read! For complex cases, she takes the time and does the research necessary to be certain no nuance has been missed. She doesn’t hesitate to give patients the precise results they deserve.
Dr. Bellucci’s actions show she cares about making sure patients get the right information and support when they need it most. She notifies healthcare providers right away when negative or urgent results might be seen by patients before their doctor has seen them.
“Sometimes results might be more serious than the patient or physician were expecting,” says her colleague Dr. Elizabeth Dellers, Pathology Senior Vice Chair. “This gives the doctor time to discuss the findings with the patient and provide support. It’s about taking care of the patient and doing what’s best for them.”
Journey to Excellence
Dr. Bellucci is our Co-Chief of Dermatopathology. She is certified in Anatomic, Clinical and Dermatopathology by the American Board of Pathology and trained at prestigious institutions like the Harvard Medical School’s Hospital System.
Dr. Bellucci also teaches medical students, mentors dermatology residents, and publishes in dermatopathology. We hope you enjoyed reading about one of our dedicated employees! HNL Lab Medicine is proud of the highly trained experts who process our tests accurately and reliably.
Because of their expertise, patients receive the most accurate interpretation of their test results. Having friendly and devoted pathologists like Dr. Bellucci also makes our lab a great place to work. When you choose HNL Lab Medicine, you’re choosing the best!