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Oral Medicine Clinic: Building D, first floor
Phone: +52 55 5483 5607
WhatsApp: +52 55 9190 0501
serviciopatologiaymbucal@correo.xoc.uam.mx
• Boletín UAM
• Note
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit is composed of a faculty team with extensive research experience and national and international recognition. Their collective expertise ensures comprehensive patient care and solid academic training for postgraduate students. The team includes:
• Dr. Adalberto Abel Mosqueda Taylor
Oral Pathology and Medicine specialist. He serves as the academic and clinical coordinator of the unit, with a robust career in research and histopathological diagnosis.
• Dr. Gabriela Anaya Saavedra
Clinical researcher and educator specializing in potentially malignant oral diseases and infectious processes.
• Dr. Katya Pulido Díaz
Expert in oral medicine, actively involved in research projects on systemic diseases with oral manifestations.
• Dr. Jessica Maldonado Mendoza
Professor and researcher focused on the comprehensive diagnosis of oral diseases using clinical and laboratory approaches.
• Mtra. Marcela Vázquez Garduño
Responsible for teaching and clinical support activities, with a focus on educational care and supervised dental practice.
In addition to their academic and clinical work, this team leads hands-on training programs through the new Oral Pathology and Medicine Clinic, allowing undergraduate and graduate students to engage in real-world professional practice under a learning-by-doing approach. In this setting, students analyze real clinical cases, apply critical thinking, make evidence-based clinical decisions, and interact with patients from diverse backgrounds. This experience enriches their professional development and strengthens the competencies required for ethical and socially engaged oral healthcare.
This team combines clinical experience, scientific rigor, and educational commitment, establishing the UPMB as a national benchmark in Oral Pathology and Medicine in Mexico.
Activities
Clinical Diagnosis
The Oral Medicine Clinic bases its evaluation of oral and maxillofacial lesions on comprehensive clinical histories, thorough physical examinations, and laboratory and imaging diagnostic aids. This process plays a key role in identifying potentially malignant lesions such as oral leukoplakia and erythroplakia, as well as early-stage oral cancer. Early detection allows for timely treatment, significantly improving prognosis and quality of life.
Histopathological and Cytological Diagnosis
To complement clinical diagnosis, the unit analyzes tissue samples (biopsies) and exfoliated cells from the oral mucosa in the Oral Pathology Laboratory. These procedures allow for accurate diagnosis of a wide range of oral pathologies, including inflammatory, infectious, benign, and malignant tumors. The results guide appropriate treatment and clinical follow-up.
For more than four decades, the Oral Pathology Laboratory has provided histopathological and cytological diagnostic services to national and international public, private, and educational institutions. In recent years, it has expanded with the addition of a Molecular Biology Laboratory, offering advanced studies for viral, neoplastic, and immunological conditions. This infrastructure supports both faculty research projects and graduate theses from the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, using high-precision diagnostic tools such as immunohistochemistry, PCR, and genetic sequencing.
As part of its diagnostic role, the Oral Pathology Laboratory maintains a detailed chronological database of all studies performed, including exam dates, test types, diagnoses, and case sources. This system ensures process traceability and quality, while also contributing to epidemiological surveillance of oral and maxillofacial diseases and supporting clinical, institutional, and public health decision-making.
Educational and Preventive Activities
The unit promotes oral health and disease prevention through its work at partner sites such as the National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition Salvador Zubirán, the General Hospital Dr. Manuel Gea González, and the Condesa Specialized Clinics (Roma and Iztapalapa). It also offers continuing education courses, workshops, symposia, conferences, early detection campaigns, and outreach materials. These activities target both the general public and vulnerable populations, aiming to foster self-care and reduce oral disease prevalence.
The clinic’s establishment responds to a critical public health need: untreated oral diseases currently affect nearly half of the global population, with over one billion new cases in the past 30 years. These conditions cause pain, infection, and functional loss, and also impact emotional, mental, and social well-being. The UPMB focuses its efforts on early diagnosis, active prevention, and comprehensive care with a strong awareness of the social determinants of health.
Research and Teaching
Beyond clinical services, the UPMB stands out as a center of academic excellence and high-impact international research. Its faculty includes nationally and internationally recognized specialists whose scientific work has positioned UAM as a leader in studying oral cancer, oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS, potentially malignant oral disorders, HPV in the oral cavity, and odontogenic tumors and cysts. Most of the team are members of the National System of Researchers (SNII), and their publications are widely cited. This group has produced pioneering contributions in oral pathology and medicine, placing UAM at the forefront of this field. Current research lines include: (a) oral cancer, (b) oral manifestations of HIV infection, and (c) diseases of the oral mucosa and jaws.
Since its origin in 1979 as a specialization program, postgraduate training in oral pathology has evolved into the current Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine. Throughout this journey, the academic team has led notable clinical and basic research in three priority areas: oral and head and neck cancer, oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS, and inflammatory, infectious, and neoplastic jaw diseases. Notable projects include HPV typing in vulnerable populations, immunohistomorphological analysis of odontogenic tumors and salivary glands, and molecular characterization of oral lesions at risk of malignant transformation. These studies, carried out in collaboration with institutions such as the National Cancer Institute, the General Hospital Dr. Manuel Gea González, and international universities, have improved diagnostic, classification, and treatment criteria for various oral pathologies.
Additionally, the unit houses the social service project Oral Pathology and Medicine Clinic, approved by the Divisional Council of Biological and Health Sciences (Session 22/24). This program actively involves faculty and students from the Bachelor's degrees in Stomatology and Nursing in detection, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical guidance in oral health. This interdisciplinary experience strengthens professional training and broadens service coverage for priority community groups.
The UPMB also serves as a key hub for training highly specialized professionals through its involvement in postgraduate programs like the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences. Each year, it welcomes undergraduate students performing their social service who join clinical, educational, and research projects—demonstrating the UPMB’s commitment to comprehensive training and the interdisciplinary, collaborative approach that defines UAM’s educational model.
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit features a robust and specialized infrastructure designed to support clinical care, advanced diagnostic procedures, professional teaching, and biomedical research. Distributed across Buildings D and H, the unit integrates modern physical spaces with cutting-edge technological equipment, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety for patients, academic staff, and students.
The Oral Pathology Laboratory, located in Building H, is a highly equipped facility for the processing of histopathological and cytological samples. Here, faculty and students prepare, analyze, and interpret tissue and cell specimens from the oral mucosa using techniques that enable the precise identification of inflammatory, infectious, and both benign and malignant neoplastic diseases. Key equipment includes an all-in-one personal thermocycler (104603) for molecular biology studies, a LEICA TP-1020 tissue processor (105073), and a temperature-controlled culture oven (102203), all of which are essential for the safe and standardized handling of samples. These devices ensure careful technical processing, minimize artifacts, and enhance diagnostic quality.
The laboratory also includes a complete histological preparation system featuring a Thermo Scientific flotation bath (100938), paraffin embedding station, rotary microtome, and analytical balance. Among its specialized equipment, the Epredia D2BF40 slide scanner (161499) stands out for enabling high-resolution digital imaging of histological sections. This technology supports remote analysis, complex case documentation, interactive teaching, and ongoing improvement in diagnostic interpretation. Faculty members use this system to share images with colleagues from other institutions and with undergraduate and graduate students, fostering clinical reflection and collaborative diagnosis.
The microscopy area houses high-precision optical instruments for detailed morphological analysis of samples. Notable equipment includes an Olympus CH30 dual-view compound microscope (103290) ideal for teaching, a Leica DM750 microscope with LED illumination (103609), a professional Olympus BX43 microscope with advanced optics (103531), a BX40 model (103153), and a Leica ICC50 HD system with an integrated digital camera (105641), which allows real-time image projection. These tools strengthen both diagnostic work and the educational process, enabling collaborative clinical case discussions.
Located in Building D, the Oral Medicine Clinic includes a fully equipped consultation room and a surgical suite designed for specialized clinical care. In this space, professionals conduct thorough evaluations of patients with oral diseases—including potentially malignant lesions—and perform minor surgical procedures under optimal hygiene, privacy, and comfort conditions. The clinic features a multifunctional dental chair (107044), intraoperative suction system, electronic syringes, and a 21-liter autoclave, all of which ensure proper instrument sterilization and adherence to biosafety protocols.
One of the unit’s most innovative features is the incorporation of a Laser Clinic equipped with high-precision technology for photobiomodulation treatments and minimally invasive surgery. This therapeutic approach reduces intraoperative bleeding, lowers postoperative pain, and promotes faster tissue recovery—all in an environment designed for patient comfort. This technology has become a key tool in managing painful conditions, recurrent lesions, and diseases in patients with complex systemic conditions.
To enhance academic activities and clinical documentation, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unitincorporates interactive displays, high-resolution projectors, and a professional Canon camera. Faculty and students use these tools during teaching sessions, clinical case reviews, and the production of specialized audiovisual materials. This technological infrastructure strengthens direct patient care and actively fosters the development of academic and research skills among students in the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology, the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences.
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit serves a diverse range of users, consolidating its role as a clinical, educational, and socially committed space. It primarily offers specialized diagnostic and treatment services to patients referred by public and private healthcare institutions, as well as by professionals in stomatology, dentistry, and general medicine who identify oral lesions or abnormalities in maxillofacial structures.
The unit also receives first-time patients from the general community who request care through the institutional appointment system. It provides accessible and ethical services with high clinical standards, focusing particularly on the early detection of oral diseases, including those with malignant transformation potential.
As a priority, the unit cares for individuals in conditions of social, medical, or economic vulnerability, through community campaigns, early detection programs, and university-based social service initiatives. These activities take place both at the Xochimilco Campus and at off-site locations, in coordination with institutions from the healthcare sector.
In the academic field, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit also supports students from the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology and the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, who participate in clinical training, social service, and community engagement. It also welcomes students from other educational institutions with which inter-institutional agreements are in place.
At the graduate level, the unit plays a key role for those enrolled in the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences, academic programs that actively involve students in clinical practice, applied research, and interdisciplinary work.
Through this comprehensive approach, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit integrates oral health care with professional training and social engagement, making its users an essential part of the educational and health care model promoted by the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana.
Service Hours
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit provides public services Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. During this time, patients can access consultation, comprehensive clinical care, and clinical, histopathological, and cytological diagnostic studies.
Appointment Scheduling and Access Policies
Access to the unit’s clinical services is available by appointment only. Appointments must be scheduled through the official website of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus, under the Health Services section. This system ensures organized and personalized care, with reasonable wait times, allowing each patient the time and attention necessary for thorough evaluation and treatment.
The unit serves anyone presenting with oral mucosal lesions, maxillofacial abnormalities, or in need of specialized diagnostic evaluation, regardless of social status or institutional affiliation. Referred patients are encouraged to bring a medical referral note that includes relevant clinical history.
Access for students in training is managed through the corresponding academic programs, including the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology, the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences, by academic calendars, clinical protocols, and established faculty supervision guidelines.
For safety and quality assurance, the unit does not accept walk-in patients, except in exceptional cases previously authorized through institutional agreements. All users must comply with the unit’s clinical, hygiene, confidentiality, and conduct regulations.
Location
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit is located within the facilities of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus, in Mexico City.
The address is: Calzada del Hueso 1100, Colonia Villa Quietud, Coyoacán Borough, ZIP Code 04960.
Contact and Additional Information
For more information about available services or to schedule an appointment, please visit the UPMB’s official website:
https://productosyservicios.xoc.uam.mx/inicio/servicios/upmb
Email: serviciopatologiaymb@correo.xoc.uam.mx
Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit
Facility Location
Xochimilco Campus
Division of Biological and Health Sciences
Oral Pathology Laboratory: Building H, first floorOral Medicine Clinic: Building D, first floor
Contact Information
Dr. Adalberto Abel Mosqueda TaylorPhone: +52 55 5483 5607
WhatsApp: +52 55 9190 0501
serviciopatologiaymbucal@correo.xoc.uam.mx
Additional Details
• Services• Boletín UAM
• Note
Introduction
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit (UPMB) operates as an academic, clinical, and research entity within the Department of Health Care at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus. Its primary goal is to detect, diagnose, and monitor diseases affecting the oral cavity and related structures, with an emphasis on conditions with malignant transformation potential and oral manifestations of systemic diseases.
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit bridges clinical practice, applied research, and postgraduate education. It not only provides specialized care to the community but also plays a key role in training students from the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology and developing highly qualified professionals through the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine.
Timely care for patients with suspicious oral lesions stands as one of its core priorities. The unit facilitates accurate diagnoses through clinical, cytological, and histopathological studies, enabling early detection of diseases such as oral cancer and contributing directly to improved prognoses and patients’ quality of life.
In addition to its clinical and academic functions, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit actively engages in oral health prevention, education, and community outreach. Its efforts include awareness campaigns, educational workshops, and collaborations with public health institutions.
This initiative became possible thanks to the support of the pharmaceutical company Neolpharma and the Secretariat of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation (SECTEI) of Mexico City’s government, through the awarding of the “Matilde Montoya 2023” Biological and Health Sciences Prize to Dr. Irma Gabriela Anaya Saavedra. This interinstitutional collaboration helped establish a high-quality clinical space that combines cutting-edge technology, social responsibility, and top-tier academic training.
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit includes facilities specifically designed to meet the highest standards in the diagnosis and treatment of oral and maxillofacial diseases. These areas feature specialized conditions that ensure both patient and staff safety, as well as precision in clinical and laboratory procedures.
In December 2024, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus, inaugurated a new Oral Pathology and Medicine Clinic located in Building D, strengthening its clinical, educational, and scientific infrastructure. This modern space reflects a strong commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and social responsibility. The clinic features state-of-the-art technology, including digital radiology systems and a therapeutic diode laser, enabling minimally invasive surgical procedures and comprehensive care for patients with mucosal diseases. It also provides high-value clinical experiences for students while supporting an interdisciplinary model that integrates the fields of stomatology and nursing, fostering collaborative care and cross-disciplinary professional training.
Projects and Activities
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit is composed of a faculty team with extensive research experience and national and international recognition. Their collective expertise ensures comprehensive patient care and solid academic training for postgraduate students. The team includes:
• Dr. Adalberto Abel Mosqueda Taylor
Oral Pathology and Medicine specialist. He serves as the academic and clinical coordinator of the unit, with a robust career in research and histopathological diagnosis.
• Dr. Gabriela Anaya Saavedra
Clinical researcher and educator specializing in potentially malignant oral diseases and infectious processes.
• Dr. Katya Pulido Díaz
Expert in oral medicine, actively involved in research projects on systemic diseases with oral manifestations.
• Dr. Jessica Maldonado Mendoza
Professor and researcher focused on the comprehensive diagnosis of oral diseases using clinical and laboratory approaches.
• Mtra. Marcela Vázquez Garduño
Responsible for teaching and clinical support activities, with a focus on educational care and supervised dental practice.
In addition to their academic and clinical work, this team leads hands-on training programs through the new Oral Pathology and Medicine Clinic, allowing undergraduate and graduate students to engage in real-world professional practice under a learning-by-doing approach. In this setting, students analyze real clinical cases, apply critical thinking, make evidence-based clinical decisions, and interact with patients from diverse backgrounds. This experience enriches their professional development and strengthens the competencies required for ethical and socially engaged oral healthcare.
This team combines clinical experience, scientific rigor, and educational commitment, establishing the UPMB as a national benchmark in Oral Pathology and Medicine in Mexico.
Activities
Clinical Diagnosis
The Oral Medicine Clinic bases its evaluation of oral and maxillofacial lesions on comprehensive clinical histories, thorough physical examinations, and laboratory and imaging diagnostic aids. This process plays a key role in identifying potentially malignant lesions such as oral leukoplakia and erythroplakia, as well as early-stage oral cancer. Early detection allows for timely treatment, significantly improving prognosis and quality of life.
Histopathological and Cytological Diagnosis
To complement clinical diagnosis, the unit analyzes tissue samples (biopsies) and exfoliated cells from the oral mucosa in the Oral Pathology Laboratory. These procedures allow for accurate diagnosis of a wide range of oral pathologies, including inflammatory, infectious, benign, and malignant tumors. The results guide appropriate treatment and clinical follow-up.
For more than four decades, the Oral Pathology Laboratory has provided histopathological and cytological diagnostic services to national and international public, private, and educational institutions. In recent years, it has expanded with the addition of a Molecular Biology Laboratory, offering advanced studies for viral, neoplastic, and immunological conditions. This infrastructure supports both faculty research projects and graduate theses from the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, using high-precision diagnostic tools such as immunohistochemistry, PCR, and genetic sequencing.
As part of its diagnostic role, the Oral Pathology Laboratory maintains a detailed chronological database of all studies performed, including exam dates, test types, diagnoses, and case sources. This system ensures process traceability and quality, while also contributing to epidemiological surveillance of oral and maxillofacial diseases and supporting clinical, institutional, and public health decision-making.
Educational and Preventive Activities
The unit promotes oral health and disease prevention through its work at partner sites such as the National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition Salvador Zubirán, the General Hospital Dr. Manuel Gea González, and the Condesa Specialized Clinics (Roma and Iztapalapa). It also offers continuing education courses, workshops, symposia, conferences, early detection campaigns, and outreach materials. These activities target both the general public and vulnerable populations, aiming to foster self-care and reduce oral disease prevalence.
The clinic’s establishment responds to a critical public health need: untreated oral diseases currently affect nearly half of the global population, with over one billion new cases in the past 30 years. These conditions cause pain, infection, and functional loss, and also impact emotional, mental, and social well-being. The UPMB focuses its efforts on early diagnosis, active prevention, and comprehensive care with a strong awareness of the social determinants of health.
Research and Teaching
Beyond clinical services, the UPMB stands out as a center of academic excellence and high-impact international research. Its faculty includes nationally and internationally recognized specialists whose scientific work has positioned UAM as a leader in studying oral cancer, oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS, potentially malignant oral disorders, HPV in the oral cavity, and odontogenic tumors and cysts. Most of the team are members of the National System of Researchers (SNII), and their publications are widely cited. This group has produced pioneering contributions in oral pathology and medicine, placing UAM at the forefront of this field. Current research lines include: (a) oral cancer, (b) oral manifestations of HIV infection, and (c) diseases of the oral mucosa and jaws.
Since its origin in 1979 as a specialization program, postgraduate training in oral pathology has evolved into the current Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine. Throughout this journey, the academic team has led notable clinical and basic research in three priority areas: oral and head and neck cancer, oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS, and inflammatory, infectious, and neoplastic jaw diseases. Notable projects include HPV typing in vulnerable populations, immunohistomorphological analysis of odontogenic tumors and salivary glands, and molecular characterization of oral lesions at risk of malignant transformation. These studies, carried out in collaboration with institutions such as the National Cancer Institute, the General Hospital Dr. Manuel Gea González, and international universities, have improved diagnostic, classification, and treatment criteria for various oral pathologies.
Additionally, the unit houses the social service project Oral Pathology and Medicine Clinic, approved by the Divisional Council of Biological and Health Sciences (Session 22/24). This program actively involves faculty and students from the Bachelor's degrees in Stomatology and Nursing in detection, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical guidance in oral health. This interdisciplinary experience strengthens professional training and broadens service coverage for priority community groups.
The UPMB also serves as a key hub for training highly specialized professionals through its involvement in postgraduate programs like the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences. Each year, it welcomes undergraduate students performing their social service who join clinical, educational, and research projects—demonstrating the UPMB’s commitment to comprehensive training and the interdisciplinary, collaborative approach that defines UAM’s educational model.
Key Equipment
Epredia Digital Slide Scanner, model D2BF40 (161499). This scanner enables high-resolution digitization of histological sections, facilitating remote analysis, electronic archiving, and use in interactive academic sessions. At the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit, this equipment represents a key innovation by incorporating telepathology practices, allowing case sharing with external specialists, and building image banks for research and teaching purposes. It also strengthens diagnostic review processes and ensures the traceability of studies conducted in the laboratory.
Leica Microscope, model DM750 (103609). This compound optical microscope is designed for both teaching and diagnostic activities. It features a sturdy stand, binocular tube, element support arms, LED illumination, and a high-precision optical system. At the UPMB, it is used to interpret histological and cytological slides and serves as an essential tool in undergraduate and graduate training, allowing students to engage in hands-on sessions where real cases are reviewed under faculty supervision.
Leica Tissue Processor TP-1020 (105073). This semi-automatic device carries out the dehydration, clearing, and infiltration stages of tissue processing. Its ability to handle multiple samples continuously with minimal human intervention makes it a critical component of the histopathological workflow. At the UPMB, it streamlines processing times and ensures the structural preservation of tissue samples—an essential factor for diagnosing inflammatory, infectious, and neoplastic lesions.
Leica Histoembedder EG1160 Automated Embedding Center (104311). This automated system enables the precise preparation of paraffin blocks containing previously processed tissue samples. It features digital temperature control, heated modules, and a paraffin dispenser. In the Oral Pathology Laboratory, it plays a vital role in ensuring uniform tissue embedding—crucial for producing high-quality histological sections that support accurate diagnoses.
Portable X-ray unit Eighteteeth Hiperlight G model (168630). This device enables the acquisition of high-precision radiographic images in a portable format, facilitating immediate diagnostics in clinical and research settings. With its compact design and integrated X-ray base, it provides versatility and safety for dental and maxillofacial imaging. At the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit, it serves as an essential tool to complement diagnostic studies, support academic training, and strengthen research projects requiring reliable and reproducible radiographic documentation.
Available Technologies
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit features a robust and specialized infrastructure designed to support clinical care, advanced diagnostic procedures, professional teaching, and biomedical research. Distributed across Buildings D and H, the unit integrates modern physical spaces with cutting-edge technological equipment, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and safety for patients, academic staff, and students.
The Oral Pathology Laboratory, located in Building H, is a highly equipped facility for the processing of histopathological and cytological samples. Here, faculty and students prepare, analyze, and interpret tissue and cell specimens from the oral mucosa using techniques that enable the precise identification of inflammatory, infectious, and both benign and malignant neoplastic diseases. Key equipment includes an all-in-one personal thermocycler (104603) for molecular biology studies, a LEICA TP-1020 tissue processor (105073), and a temperature-controlled culture oven (102203), all of which are essential for the safe and standardized handling of samples. These devices ensure careful technical processing, minimize artifacts, and enhance diagnostic quality.
The laboratory also includes a complete histological preparation system featuring a Thermo Scientific flotation bath (100938), paraffin embedding station, rotary microtome, and analytical balance. Among its specialized equipment, the Epredia D2BF40 slide scanner (161499) stands out for enabling high-resolution digital imaging of histological sections. This technology supports remote analysis, complex case documentation, interactive teaching, and ongoing improvement in diagnostic interpretation. Faculty members use this system to share images with colleagues from other institutions and with undergraduate and graduate students, fostering clinical reflection and collaborative diagnosis.
The microscopy area houses high-precision optical instruments for detailed morphological analysis of samples. Notable equipment includes an Olympus CH30 dual-view compound microscope (103290) ideal for teaching, a Leica DM750 microscope with LED illumination (103609), a professional Olympus BX43 microscope with advanced optics (103531), a BX40 model (103153), and a Leica ICC50 HD system with an integrated digital camera (105641), which allows real-time image projection. These tools strengthen both diagnostic work and the educational process, enabling collaborative clinical case discussions.
Located in Building D, the Oral Medicine Clinic includes a fully equipped consultation room and a surgical suite designed for specialized clinical care. In this space, professionals conduct thorough evaluations of patients with oral diseases—including potentially malignant lesions—and perform minor surgical procedures under optimal hygiene, privacy, and comfort conditions. The clinic features a multifunctional dental chair (107044), intraoperative suction system, electronic syringes, and a 21-liter autoclave, all of which ensure proper instrument sterilization and adherence to biosafety protocols.
One of the unit’s most innovative features is the incorporation of a Laser Clinic equipped with high-precision technology for photobiomodulation treatments and minimally invasive surgery. This therapeutic approach reduces intraoperative bleeding, lowers postoperative pain, and promotes faster tissue recovery—all in an environment designed for patient comfort. This technology has become a key tool in managing painful conditions, recurrent lesions, and diseases in patients with complex systemic conditions.
To enhance academic activities and clinical documentation, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unitincorporates interactive displays, high-resolution projectors, and a professional Canon camera. Faculty and students use these tools during teaching sessions, clinical case reviews, and the production of specialized audiovisual materials. This technological infrastructure strengthens direct patient care and actively fosters the development of academic and research skills among students in the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology, the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences.
Primary User Groups
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit serves a diverse range of users, consolidating its role as a clinical, educational, and socially committed space. It primarily offers specialized diagnostic and treatment services to patients referred by public and private healthcare institutions, as well as by professionals in stomatology, dentistry, and general medicine who identify oral lesions or abnormalities in maxillofacial structures.
The unit also receives first-time patients from the general community who request care through the institutional appointment system. It provides accessible and ethical services with high clinical standards, focusing particularly on the early detection of oral diseases, including those with malignant transformation potential.
As a priority, the unit cares for individuals in conditions of social, medical, or economic vulnerability, through community campaigns, early detection programs, and university-based social service initiatives. These activities take place both at the Xochimilco Campus and at off-site locations, in coordination with institutions from the healthcare sector.
In the academic field, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit also supports students from the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology and the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, who participate in clinical training, social service, and community engagement. It also welcomes students from other educational institutions with which inter-institutional agreements are in place.
At the graduate level, the unit plays a key role for those enrolled in the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences, academic programs that actively involve students in clinical practice, applied research, and interdisciplinary work.
Through this comprehensive approach, the Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit integrates oral health care with professional training and social engagement, making its users an essential part of the educational and health care model promoted by the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana.
Access Policies and Guidelines
Service Hours
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit provides public services Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. During this time, patients can access consultation, comprehensive clinical care, and clinical, histopathological, and cytological diagnostic studies.
Appointment Scheduling and Access Policies
Access to the unit’s clinical services is available by appointment only. Appointments must be scheduled through the official website of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus, under the Health Services section. This system ensures organized and personalized care, with reasonable wait times, allowing each patient the time and attention necessary for thorough evaluation and treatment.
The unit serves anyone presenting with oral mucosal lesions, maxillofacial abnormalities, or in need of specialized diagnostic evaluation, regardless of social status or institutional affiliation. Referred patients are encouraged to bring a medical referral note that includes relevant clinical history.
Access for students in training is managed through the corresponding academic programs, including the Bachelor’s Degree in Stomatology, the Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, the Master’s Degree in Oral Pathology and Medicine, and the Doctorate in Biological and Health Sciences, by academic calendars, clinical protocols, and established faculty supervision guidelines.
For safety and quality assurance, the unit does not accept walk-in patients, except in exceptional cases previously authorized through institutional agreements. All users must comply with the unit’s clinical, hygiene, confidentiality, and conduct regulations.
Location
The Oral Pathology and Medicine Unit is located within the facilities of Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Xochimilco Campus, in Mexico City.
The address is: Calzada del Hueso 1100, Colonia Villa Quietud, Coyoacán Borough, ZIP Code 04960.
Contact and Additional Information
For more information about available services or to schedule an appointment, please visit the UPMB’s official website:
https://productosyservicios.xoc.uam.mx/inicio/servicios/upmb
Email: serviciopatologiaymb@correo.xoc.uam.mx
Information Provided by the Division of Biological and Health Sciences