Fully automated tissue processors, state-of-the-art staining systems, and a high-throughput embedding station ensure maximum efficiency. Cutting-edge scanners with high-resolution image capture deliver precise results.
Every disease has its own
language and pathology is
the key to understanding it.
Welcome to PATHORA – your institute for pathology and tissue medicine.
As your international partner for precise diagnostics, we combine many years of medical expertise with state-of-the-art technology. PATHORA provides international pathological reporting at the highest specialist level. Samples from around the world are reviewed by German pathologists, digitally processed, and reported according to European quality standards. Our digitally supported pathology enables fast and reliable reports as the foundation for sound clinical decisions. Rely on our experience and the highest German quality standards – for accurate diagnoses and optimal patient care worldwide.
Highest German Quality & Reliability
Specialist second opinions and advanced diagnostics
Secure, GDPR-compliant data transmission
Short processing times
Digital access to reports and image data
Prof. Dr. Sven Perner – German Expertise in Pathology for a Global Medical Community
Prof. Dr. med. Sven Perner is a board-certified pathologist and one of the leading experts in the field of molecular tumor pathology.
He heads the PATHORA Institute for Pathology and Tissue Medicine in Reutlingen, Germany, and represents the connection between academic research, clinical diagnostics, and international collaboration.
Our mission is to make the quality of German pathology accessible worldwide — through digital infrastructure, scientific excellence, and reliable communication.
Prof. Dr. Sven Perner, FRCPath, IFCAP
Owner & Specialist in Pathology
Medical studies at the University of Kiel, Germany
Research fellowship at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School (Boston, USA)
Professor of Molecular Tumor Pathology, University of Lübeck
Founding Director of the Institute of Pathology, University of Lübeck
Since 2023: Medical Director at PATHORA, Reutlingen
Author of over 200 peer-reviewed publications in international journals
Co-developer of diagnostic biomarkers for prostate cancer
Member of the German Society of Pathology (DGP) and the European Society of Pathology (ESP)
Reviewer and invited speaker at international pathology congresses
Philosophy and Quality Standards
At PATHORA, reliable diagnostics come first.
Our work is guided by three core principles that define German medical precision on an international scale.
Innovation
We continuously modernize our technical equipment, laboratory infrastructure, and diagnostic methods to ensure accuracy at the highest scientific level.
Through the integration of digital pathology, AI-assisted image analysis, and molecular testing, PATHORA provides results that are both future-oriented and clinically actionable.
Innovation for us means:
Applying cutting-edge technologies in tissue diagnostics
Combining classical morphology with advanced molecular insights
Creating digital workflows for fast and secure international cooperation
Expertise
Our team consists of highly qualified pathologists and specialized laboratory scientists trained in the full spectrum of modern pathology.
We are dedicated to lifelong learning and close academic exchange to remain at the forefront of medical and scientific progress.
Our expertise stands for:
Board-certified German pathologists with international experience
Subspecialization in uropathology, thoracic and molecular pathology
Continuous collaboration with leading universities and cancer centers worldwide
Service
We see ourselves as a partner in patient care – precise, responsive, and accessible.
PATHORA supports clinics, laboratories, and physicians worldwide with efficient communication, transparent processes, and consistent quality standards.
Service at PATHORA means:
Short turnaround times and clear communication
Personal contact for case discussions and consultations
Reliable logistics and digital exchange for global submissions
Our Promise
German quality. International reach. Medical excellence.
PATHORA connects scientific rigor with clinical relevance — ensuring every diagnostic report meets the highest global standards.
Digital Pathology
We rely on high-resolution scanners that capture even the finest details and use AI-assisted image analysis for even more precise diagnostics. Digital collaboration with colleagues enables fast and well-founded second opinions.
Laboratory Equipment
Our Comprehensive Range of Services
PATHORA offers a broad spectrum of modern pathological diagnostics and second opinions – from histological evaluation to molecular analysis.
Diagnostics of solid tumors
Uropathology, thoracic, head and neck pathology
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and special staining
DNA/RNA analyses (NGS) through accredited partner laboratories
Biomarker determination for personalized therapy decisions
Reflex diagnostics for unclear findings
Acceptance of digital whole-slide scans (WSI)
Online consultations and case conferences
Bilingual diagnostic reports (DE/EN)
Diagnostic
Workflow
A clear process for reliable diagnostics – from request to report. German precision. Global trust.
At PATHORA, every case follows a clearly structured diagnostic process – transparent, efficient, and compliant with international standards.
From the initial inquiry to the validated report, each step ensures medical precision and reliability.
01
Inquiry & Approval
Review of the clinical question, documentation and requested analyses. Feasibility check and preparation of a quotation.
02
Sample Submission
Shipment of slides or FFPE blocks, or digital upload via secure server. Tracking and anonymization required.
03
Pathological Examination
Histopathological review, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and—if indicated—molecular pathology (NGS via partner labs).
04
Report Preparation & Delivery
Validation and final sign-off by board-certified pathologists. Report issued as a signed PDF (EN/DE).
Get in touch with us
PATHORA – INSTITUTE OF PATHOLOGY AND TISSUE MEDICINE
Technologie-Park Tübingen-Reutlingen
Gerhard-Kindler-Straße 17
72770 Reutlingen
