ADVANCED SURGICAL PATHOLOGY

Graduate

In this course, the student is provided a more advanced training in gross and microscopic examination of biopsy materials and fixed specimens submitted to the diagnostic laboratory during the second year of study. Morphologic diagnosis, pathogenesis and prognosis are emphasized, especially with regard to neoplastic diseases. The student is required to complete at least 50-60 cases. Selected cases are discussed at weekly necropsy rounds. In addition, the student is exposed to techniques in histochemistry and immunohistochemistry. PREREQUISITE: VPM 8350, VPM 8360, or VPM 8370 or equivalent, permission of the instructor. HOURS OF CREDIT: 3 LAB/SEMINARS: 6 hours