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March 15, 2022

DMEC Forensic Pathology Fellowship Presentation at USCAP Annual Conference

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March 15, 2022 - The Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner will be hosting a table at the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology’s (USCAP) annual conference to promote it's Forensic Pathology Fellowship.

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner entrance.

September 29, 2021

The Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner reopens facility to the public

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Oct. 1, 2021 - Due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department is enforcing strict health protocols to maintain staff and visitor safety.

April 27, 2021

Information for COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

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April 27, 2021 - FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.

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March 16, 2020

Changes in service from the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner

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March 16, 2020 - Due to an abundance of caution regarding the coronavirus, all routine visits to Medical Examiner-Coroner facilities are being suspended.

April 7, 2018

Lucas Named New L.A. County Medical Examiner-Coroner

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June 13, 2017 - The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Tuesday appointed Dr. Jonathan Lucas as the County’s new Medical Examiner-Coroner to lead one of the busiest and most high profile offices of its kind in the nation.

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Medical Examiner-Coroner
1104 N. Mission Road
Los Angeles, CA 90033

Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
(323) 343-0512

After Business Hours:

(323) 343-0714