Annie McLean

Annie McLean is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She holds dual training in oral and head/neck pathology, with expertise in salivary gland tumors and molecular diagnostics. Her career includes a residency at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry and a Clinical Instructor role at Emory University Hospital. She emphasizes patient-centered teaching through vulnerability and open communication.

Education:

• DMD, Oregon Health & Science University School of Dentistry (2011)
• MS in Oral Biology, Texas A&M University (2019)

Research Interests: Focuses on salivary gland tumors, molecular pathology of oral malignancies, and diagnostic innovations in head and neck pathology. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, emphasizing genomic analysis and tumor progression mechanisms.

Publications Trends: Recent work explores salivary duct lesions, carcinoma subtypes, and diagnostic challenges in tumors such as Warthin-like mucoepidermoid carcinoma. Her articles highlight molecular markers (e.g., CTNNB1 mutations) and interdisciplinary approaches to tumor classification.

Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, her clinical and educational roles suggest mentorship in residency and medical training programs. No specific grants mentioned in current texts.

Labs/Teams: Active in UT Southwestern’s Department of Pathology, contributing to collaborative research on salivary gland pathology and molecular diagnostics.