The Hong Kong College of Pathologists is an independently registered corporate entity in Hong Kong which is incorporated in Hong Kong with limited liability, and a member college in the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine.

The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine recognizes the College as the authority for overseeing the training and accreditation of pathologists in Hong Kong.

The College is responsible for setting standards and monitoring pathology training. The College sets and administers the specialty and subspecialty examinations and admits successful candidates to membership and fellowship.