Surgical Dissection and Autopsy Techniques

3 credits · Graduate Programs

An introduction to basic principles of the Pathologists' Assistant profession, designed to strategically facilitate the transition from the didactic lessons delivered in the first year of classes to the practical aspects applied in the second year. Immersed in interdisciplinary laboratory environments, students will be acquainted with various concepts affiliated with surgical pathology and autopsy services. Under the direct supervision of trained Pathologists' Assistants, students will be exposed to the daily workflow in the surgical pathology service, as they are introduced to basic human tissue dissection, description, and sampling techniques. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Master of Pathologists' Assistant program. Also known as: (formerly Medical Science 751.43)