Program Goals and Objectives as described by the ACGME

There must be a program statement, available for review by applicants, residents, and the RRC, describing the program and each rotation, assignment, or other experience.

The program statement must include:

• A description of the program's educational goals and philosophy.
• A listing and description of all required rotations, including their duration.
• A listing and description of elective rotations, the year(s) of the program in which they are available, and their duration.
• A description of the manner in which residents and the program are evaluated and how such evaluations are used.
• A descriptoin of the manner in which residents are supervised.

The functional goal of the Residency in Pathology is to provide a superior training experience in all the disciplines encompassing Pathology. The Program is designed to provide comprehensive training for those residents pursuing the combined Anatomic-Clinical Pathology Program. The program prepares trainees for the competent, independent practice of Pathology.

Training consists of direct experience and responsibility in the management of clinical cases in a variety of settings and is supplemented and made more comprehensive by a planned curriculum of case based teaching conferences. Exposure to a broad range of experiences in Anatomic, Clinical and experimental pathology provide opportunity for residents to explore individual interests and serve as a foundation for career in academic pathology or community practice. The success of the program depends on mutual respect between the faculty and the residents, as well as commitment by all to both the service and educational objectives.