Pathology Services has been a cornerstone of diagnostic excellence since 1967. Founded by two University of Nebraska pathology professors, our organization was created to meet the growing need for specialized pathology expertise across western Nebraska and parts of Colorado and Kansas.
Over the years, Pathology Services has grown into a trusted regional leader in laboratory medicine. Our team of experienced, board-certified pathologists has practiced together for more than 30 years. We provide consultative and diagnostic services to 17 rural hospitals and numerous regional clinics, processing clinical, surgical, and cytological specimens with precision and care.
Today, the next chapter for Pathology Services is just beginning. By partnering with Interpath Laboratory, we’re expanding our capabilities and introducing a new level of innovation, collaboration, and exceptional laboratory services.
We combine medical expertise, innovation, and compassion to support every stage of care—from prevention and early detection to treatment and ongoing wellness.
Our vision is to be recognized as a regional leader in pathology services, advancing the science of diagnostics while improving patient outcomes through precision, collaboration, and integrity.
As an independent laboratory practice based in North Platte and Omaha, Nebraska, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve. Our team understands the unique needs of rural healthcare and provides dependable, high-quality diagnostic services that support physicians and patients alike.
Founded by Tom and Judy Kennedy from Oshkosh, Nebraska, Interpath is proud to partner with Dr. Byron Barksdale and the trusted team at Pathology Services in North Platte. With shared roots, values, and a history of service dating back to 1967, this partnership brings together two family-founded organizations committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and local care.
If you’ve been searching for trusted providers of pathology near you, you’ve come to the right place. Our team of board-certified pathologists, laboratory scientists, and support staff bring decades of experience to every specimen, combining cutting-edge techniques with a personal touch.
As trusted pathology experts, we understand that accurate results start with trust, collaboration, and rigorous quality standards.
That’s why we partner closely with clinicians, clinics, and hospitals to deliver timely diagnostics and insightful interpretations. Whether you’re a patient, a medical provider, or a referring practice, you can count on Pathology Services for excellence in pathology care.
Certifications: American Board of Pathology; Clinical Pathology and Anatomical Pathology
Medical School: University of Kentucky – Lexington, KY (1974)
Internship: Parkland Memorial – Dallas, TX
Residency: Medical University of South Carolina – Charleston, SC; University of Texas Medical Center – Galveston, TX
Certifications: American Board of Pathology; Clinical Pathology and Anatomical Pathology
Medical School: University of Southwestern Texas – Dallas, TX (1977)
Internship: Medical University of South Carolina – Charleston, SC
Residency: University of Texas Medical Center – Galveston, TX
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