Educational Programs in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Educational Programs in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Developments in clinical and research laboratories must be shared with the next generation. Faculty teach in our array of educational programs that include a robust residency training program, post-residency fellowships, the Ph.D. program, postdoctoral fellowships, and medical student required courses and electives. The department also maintains a longstanding year-out medical student fellowship.
Exciting New Opportunity! Peds Path resident rotation
Residency Program
The University of Rochester Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine trains exceptional residents for practice in the rapidly evolving field of anatomic and clinical pathology.
Residency Program
Fellowship and Instructor Programs
We offer 11 post-residency training programs, including Dermatopathology, Cytopathology, GI/Hepatobiliary, and a first-of-its-kind Laboratory Directorship training program.
Post-Residency Programs
Ph.D. Program
The Ph.D. program in cellular and molecular pathology is a multidisciplinary program with faculty mentors from across the university. The curriculum includes an emphasis on clinical as well as basic science topics.
Ph.D. Program
Clinical/Medical Technology Advanced Certificate
This full-time program prepares students for professional careers in clinical laboratory science. Students will complete both didactic and clinical experiences (preceptorships).
Advanced Certificate
Phlebotomy Training
UR Medicine Labs is pleased to offer a 7-week phlebotomy certification course that combines clinical and didactic instruction.
Phlebotomy Training
William B. Hawkins Post-Sophomore Fellowship for Medical Students
URSMD medical students serve as junior members of the department, participating in clinical and research rotations. An excellent experience to introduce students to pathology, no matter whether they aim to become pathologists or not.
Post-Sophomore Fellowship
Pre-College Program
The "Explorations in Pathology" pre-college program offers high school students a unique experience exploring the multifaceted discipline of pathology, a cornerstone of modern medicine.
Pre-College Program
Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Departmental investigators are always interested in hearing from individuals with a doctoral degree and a background in a shared research area. Explore potential options.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Sarah Danzinger, MLSCM, NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Winner of the Judy Miller Aspiring Leader Award presented by the CMT Program Class of 2022 for her positive influence on the student body while consistently demonstrating excellence, competency, teamwork, and integrity in all aspects of the laboratory science and patient care.
Thank you for demonstrating excellence, teamwork and integrity in all aspects of laboratory science and patient care!
Amanda Grinnell, MLSCM, NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Winner of the Tai C. Kwong Excellence in Academic Award presented by the CMT Program Class of 2022 for her outstanding achievements both academically and professionally throughout the program.
Thank you for demonstrating excellence, teamwork and integrity in all aspects of laboratory science and patient care!
Siba El Hussein, M.D. (pictured)
Eric A. Schenk Award for Excellence in Teaching
Kate Ackerman, M.D., M.B.A.
Janet Sparks Teaching Award
Siba El Hussein, M.D. (pictured)
Eric A. Schenk Award for Excellence in Teaching
Kate Ackerman, M.D., M.B.A.
Janet Sparks Teaching Award
Additional Educational Opportunities
Case of the Month: Lytic Bone Lesions
A 70-year-old patient with a history of lung adenocarcinoma. The patient presented with right lower leg pain. Computed tomography scan of the femur showed lytic lesions with soft tissue extension. What's your diagnosis?