The Residency Training Program in the Department of Pathology Provides training in clinical pathology (CP), anatomic pathology (AP), and research. Clinical training encompasses either a combined AP/CP program or exclusive training in AP or CP. The combined AP/CP training program is organized in an integrative model where residents alternate between AP and CP rotations throughout their four-year program. Research training is available either exclusively as post-doctoral fellowship training or can be linked with clinical training. Resident training programs are personally designed, and formulated to meet professional goals as well as ACGME and American Board of Pathology requirements for training in specific disciplines. Our residents typically have completed medical school within five years of initiating residency training and scored above the national average for USMLE I and II.
Fellowship training is offered in many of the subspeciality areas of Pathology. We have ACGME certified fellowships in Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Cytopathology, Dermatopathology, Forensic Pathology, Hematopathology, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Neuropathology, Pediatric Pathology, and Surgical Pathology. In addition, we offer training in the areas of Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology, Breast Pathology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Genitourinary Pathology, Gynecologic Pathology, Informatics, Pulmonary Pathology and Research.
We have a rich academic environment for our Residency Training Program. In fact, our 2016 Residency Ranking was considered #1 in the nation. The University of Michigan Health System is robust and very successful, with a large network and numerous off-site clinics. This extensive network feeds into the central Medical Center complex where pathology residents receive their training. We welcome your interest. Applications for residency training are accepted through NRMP ERAS. A link for fellowship applications can be found here.
In accordance with the American Board of Pathology’s (ABP) recent inclusion of the Physician-Scientist Research Pathway, the University of Michigan Pathology Residency Program welcomes applicants whose career goals match the objectives of the ABP. This track is for physicians who are committed to contributing to new scientific knowledge in basic science, and clinical or translational medicine through a career that will involve funded research. Trainees following this track will complete all requirements of the ABP for certification in AP, CP, or AP/CP. We expect that a pathology resident in the Physician-Scientist track would complete six months of research during his/her core training, followed by one or two additional years of research, the latter funded through training grants that exist in the University of Michigan Department of Pathology or other sources. Resident candidates will have the opportunity to express their interest in this track at the time of coordinating interview dates.
A Note From the Chief Residents
Dear prospective residents,
Thanks so much for your interest in our program! We’re excited to share with you why we love training here. Both of us graduated from medical schools in California, interviewed broadly across the country, and couldn’t help but be drawn to the culture, academic environment, program design, and most importantly, the people here at University of Michigan Pathology.
As chiefs, we get to see first-hand how much the department values resident input, from each having served as resident liaisons to our AP Operations committee, to serving on the department Patient and Families Advisory Council and laboratory relocation project committee (Pathology Renovation and Relocation Project, or PRR). The residency program and residents are definitely a high priority of the department.
In addition to the excellent training we have here, there are also a multitude of ways to get involved in research, committee membership and leadership development. And we have a lot of fun hanging out together too, on our summer kickball team (Zellballin’), weekend get-togethers, or Halloween costume parties.
Having been here for several years now, we can’t imagine training anywhere else. We’d love to tell you more about it, answer any questions you might have, or just get to know you a little bit better. Feel free to reach out to us via e-mail in the links below.
Ron Siebenaler, a Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) student in Dr. Arul Chinnaiyan’s lab at the Michigan Center for Translational Pathology, was awarded the highly competitive NIH F30 fellowship for work titled, Characterization of growth factor control of Argonaute 2 and RAS interaction. The purpose of this F30 award (Kirschstein-NRSA, dual-doctoral degree, predoctoral fellowship) is to enhance the integrated research and clinical training of promising predoctoral students [...]
The Medical Education Scholars Program is an internationally acclaimed, 10-month program at the University of Michigan Medical School that provides an opportunity for select faculty to study and apply principles of medical education. The curriculum includes educational theory, application, and research. Dr. Wilson is the new Pathology Residency Program Director, an active participant in the Forensic and Pediatric fellowship programs, and also teaches first-year medical students in the lecture hall and in small group sessions.
Cody S. Carter, MD (former Chief Resident) and John P. Sherbeck, MD, have successfully completed the 2015-2017 University of Michigan Healthcare Administration Scholars Program (HASP).
The HASP program is a twenty-month educational experience designed for house officers interested in pursuing healthcare administration as part of their careers. [ ... ]
Inside Pathology is an newsletter published by the Chairman's Office to bring news and updates from inside the department's research and to become familiar with those leading it. It is our hope that those who read it will enjoy hearing about those new and familiar, and perhaps help in furthering our research.
Collaborates between Wayne County and the Department of Pathology and Social Work at U-M are imporving the lives of patient families and the faculty and staff who serve them, becoming a model for the future.
For over 60 years, photpographers have been on staff to provide imaging services for Pathology, covering departmental events, documenting research, and more. Go back in time through historical photos.
Director of Autopsy and Forensic Services, Dr. Jeffrey Jentzen, reflects on his career, beginning with his training in Minneapolis in the early ‘80 and including high profile cases such as the Jeffrey Dahmer serial killings.
In December, 2015, the Board of Regents approved the design for the Clinical Pathology Laboratories Relocation and Renovation project. Senior Project Manager, Christine Baker, explains how Lean Facility Design is being used to involve faculty and staff in creating the plans for their new workspace.
Expertise in Reference Laboratory Services
MLabs, established in 1985, functions as a portal to provide pathologists, hospitals. and other reference laboratories access to the faculty, staff and laboratories of the University of Michigan Health System’s Department of Pathology. MLabs is a recognized leader for advanced molecular diagnostic testing, helpful consultants and exceptional customer service.
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