Rumeal D. Whaley

Rumeal D. Whaley, M.D. is a faculty member in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, specializing in Anatomic Pathology. He completed his medical training at University of Louisville and pursued fellowships in Genitourinary Pathology at Indiana University and Head and Neck Pathology at Cleveland Clinic.

His educational background includes:

• 2022: Fellow - Genitourinary Pathology, Indiana University
• 2021: Fellow - Head and Neck Pathology, Cleveland Clinic
• 2020: Residency - Anatomic & Clinical Pathology, Indiana University School of Medicine
• 2016: MD - Distinction in Research, University of Louisville School of Medicine
• 2011: BA, University of Louisville

Dr. Whaley's research focuses on specialized areas of pathology including genitourinary tumors, head and neck pathology, endocrine pathology, and molecular characterization of various neoplasms. His work frequently involves immunohistochemical analysis, molecular profiling, and the study of rare tumor entities. He has made significant contributions to understanding renal cell carcinomas, thyroid pathology, penile squamous cell carcinoma, and various rare tumor types through his extensive publication record.

His research trends show a strong emphasis on molecular pathology techniques, biomarker discovery, and the characterization of rare tumor entities across multiple organ systems. Recent publications highlight his expertise in applying advanced genomic and immunohistochemical techniques to better classify and understand tumor behavior.

Among his notable recognitions:

• 2025 UroToday "Beyond the Abstract" Feature
• 2022 Excellence in Research, Indiana University School of Medicine
• 2020 Best Resident Case Study Poster Finalist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• 2020 Society of '67 Open Access Award, Association of Pathology Chairs
• 2019 Excellence in Pathology Resident Teaching, Indiana University

Dr. Whaley serves on multiple professional committees including as an abstract reviewer for the American Society for Clinical Pathology and is actively involved in collaborative pathology initiatives between Mayo Clinic and other institutions. His professional memberships span numerous pathology organizations including the Endocrine Pathology Society, Minnesota Society of Pathologists, and the Society of Black Pathology.

He participates in the ProMedica & Mayo Clinic-Anatomic Pathology ePath Live Collaboration and the Sanford & Mayo Clinic-Anatomic Pathology ePath Live Collaboration, demonstrating his engagement in innovative telepathology approaches and collaborative diagnostic practices.