PAT 45010 - Anatomic and Clinical Pathology

Cr Hrs: 3, 6
Session Length: 2 and 4 weeks

PD

This is a face to face clinical rotation receiving 3 or 6 credit hours. The student(s) will be involved with both the gross and microscopic aspects of surgical and/or autopsy pathology as well as the learn about the role of the pathologist in the clinical laboratory. Correlation of gross, histopathologic, and cytopathologic (when applicable) findings with the clinical presentation of the patient, as well as the pathophysiologic mechanisms involved, will be emphasized. The student(s), along with the residents and staff members, will participate in conferences, and suggested readings will be provided during the rotation. Students may also participate in autopsy. Each student will be asked to present a brief case conference at the end of the rotation.

Grade Mode: Standard

Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective

Location Offered: Memphis

Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships
Term Offered: Fall, Spring