Abigail Grande

Abigail Grande is a seasoned professional in the field of pathology and forensic operations, currently serving as the Senior Manager for Research and Autopsy Operations at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine since July 2015. In this role, Abigail oversees the management of a web-based database and data distribution for the Department of Pathology and the Office of the Medical Examiner across 13 counties in West Michigan, while ensuring compliance with the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) accreditation standards. Previously, Abigail held the position of Program Coordinator for the Forensic Pathology Fellowship, focusing on departmental policy compliance and producing an annual report of deaths for multiple counties. Earlier experience includes roles as Anatomic Pathology Technician at Sparrow Health System and Professional Aide at Michigan State University Clinical Center. Abigail holds a Master of Public Health from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Michigan State University College of Natural Science.