Training Opportunities
Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship
The Division offers a 1-2 year experience in clinical Molecular Genetic Pathology training to deepen training received as a resident. The intent is to train MDs to be capable of directing a current laboratory practicing this discipline.
This training will qualify residents from Pathology and Human Genetics programs for the Molecular Genetic Pathology board certification examination from the American Board of Pathology.
Online applications are available. Interested applicants should contact:
- Jeffrey Kant, MD, PhD
Director, Division of Molecular Diagnostics
Department of Pathology
S-701, Scaife Hall
3550 Terrace Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Residency Rotation
The Division currently provides an 8 week core rotation for Program residents in the 1st or 2nd year of training. Trainees receive a comprehensive introduction to principles of molecular biology and genetics, molecular techniques used in the clinical laboratory, direct exposure to assays performed and laboratory management issues, as well as progressive responsibility for interpretation of tests results, report construction and clinical liaison with laboratory users. The rotation includes exposure to molecular diagnostic activities in anatomic pathology and 2 weeks of dedicated cytogenetics experience.
Elective Rotations
Senior residents may schedule elective time in molecular diagnostics to deepen their clinical experience, participate in clinical and translational research projects, or to perform basic research with Division faculty. A number of residents from other training programs have chosen elective rotations of a general or focused nature; several of these have been supported by Training in technology awards through the College of American Pathologists.
Research Training - See Division Faculty.
