Coroner/Forensic PathologistThe sudden or unexplained death of a person has a huge impact on the families and friends of the deceased and places a huge role of responsibility on the pathologist. to answer questions that could lead to conclusions. Interaction with the deceased's loved ones is a delicate matter that must be approached calmly and professionally. In general, forensic pathologists are efficient, objective, analytical and optimistic. “I can't do anything for the deceased, they are gone. But if I can do something for the family, I will. (www.voxmagazine.com)Being a coroner is a very difficult role. For example, you have five questions that you must answer every time you are at the scene: who (identity of person), when (date of death), where (place of death), how (medical cause of death) , by what means (natural causes, accident, homicide, suicide or undetermined). Usually, once the coroner has answered all the questions they need, the family arranges for the body to be sent to the service provider of their choice. In some cases, when the family cannot make the necessary arrangements due to hardship, the coroner sends the body to a designated forensic laboratory or hospital for an autopsy. Most people think that to be an organ donor, you have to do it or plan it before you die. In some cases, when the coroner is involved, it is sometimes possible to make tissue or organ donations. Where family is involved they must inform the coroner of the wishes sought. During a death investigation, funeral plans may be delayed if an autopsy is necessary or the investigation takes longer. A coroner is a person who has the qualifications of a lawyer, a doctor, or sometimes both. Coroners generally work part time, the rest of ...... middle of paper ...... chalk or tape the outline of a body? The answer is no, it's only on television for dramatic effect; they measure where the body is, photograph and record the scene on video. If you've ever enjoyed watching crime scene shows, then maybe being a coroner is for you. To be a coroner, you must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine in Louisiana, and also be a resident of the parish or a qualified individual. A coroner can earn between $140,000 and $160,000 per year. The average salary is $75,000 per year for a coroner. You can make quite a bit of money being a coroner. Remember to remain optimistic and that interacting with the deceased's loved ones is a delicate matter that should be handled calmly and professionally. “It takes a certain type of individual to be in this profession, it really is. » (www.homicide.latimes.com)