Rafael E. Jimenez

Rafael E. Jimenez is a faculty member at the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He specializes in genitourinary pathology and breast pathology, with extensive experience in anatomic and surgical pathology.

• 2005: MA in Sustainable Healthcare Administration, State Distance University of Costa Rica
• 2000: Fellow in Urologic Pathology, Emory University
• 1999: Fellow in Surgical Pathology, Harper Hospital, Detroit Medical Center, Wayne State University
• 1998: Resident in Elective Rotation in Dermatopathology, Pathology Services Inc., Harvard Medical School
• 1998: Resident in Anatomic Pathology, Detroit Medical Center, Wayne State University
• 1995: Internship in Internal Medicine, Saint Francis Medical Center, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria
• 1994: Resident in Internal Medicine, Hospital Mexico, University of Costa Rica
• 1990: Rotating Internship in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Community Medicine, and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Costa Rica

His research focuses on genitourinary and breast pathology, with an emphasis on clinical applications and education. He has contributed to standardization efforts in pathology practices and served in leadership roles for fellowship programs.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• 2012: Honorary Academician, Granada Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery
• 2006-2007: Anatomic Pathology Faculty Teaching Award, Ohio State University
• 2004: Best Residency Program Director, Costa Rican Social Security Institute
• 1992: Public Award for Emergency Room Guidelines at Upala Hospital
• 1990: Best Community Clinic Work at LII National Medical Congress
• 1988: Best Student Award in Forensic Medicine, University of Costa Rica

Jimenez actively participates in professional organizations, including the College of American Pathologists, International Society of Breast Pathology, and Genitourinary Pathology Society. He has held leadership roles in committees related to clinical competency, education oversight, and quality management.