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Pathology 6040 - Medical Microbiology
Designed to explore basic concepts of the natural habitats of microorganisms, their replication, and the nature of interactions they have with human hosts. This includes the pathophysiology of infections, and concepts in laboratory diagnosis of infections in the context of the clinical manifestations of these infections. Introductory concepts of treatment as they relate to the basic understanding of the microorganisms will also be introduced.
Pathology 7020 - Clinical Pathology
The student will be exposed to the field of Laboratory Medicine (Clinical Pathology) through a variety of media.
Pathology 7050 - Anatomic Pathology
This course is offered at two sites: University Hospital and VAMC. The course is designed to provide introductory experience to the medical student interested in pursuing pathology as a career or another specialty such as surgery which relies heavily on interrelationships with anatomic pathologists.
Pathology 7060 - Pediatric Pathology
The pediatric Pathology Course provides an opportunity to understand the diagnostic and consultative role of pediatric pathologists, learn basic principles of pediatric pathology, participate in conferences, and participate in a research project by special arrangement.
Pathology 7090 - Neuropathology
This four-week elective consists of attendance at relevant neuropathology and neurology conferences and seminars; review of current neuropathological materials, both gross and microscopic; observations of autopsies; and a research problem in an area of neuropathology.
Pathology 7120 - Forensic Pathology
An introduction to the pathology of sudden/unexpected death and the processes of medicolegal death investigations. Students will learn what a medical examiner case is, how these cases are investigated, the basic pathology of sudden death (both natural and unnatural) and how to properly complete the death certificate.
Pathology 7140 - Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods
Full-time, four-week elective currently offered in February. It consists of three 50 minute didactic sessions per day. The remaining time will be spent with directed reading and independent study.