Overview
Electives in Pathology provide students an excellent way of broadening their knowledge of medicine and determining their level of interest in the specialty. Most pathology electives give students firsthand knowledge of the central role pathology plays in the diagnosis of disease, and as such, are valuable for students going into almost any clinical specialty.
Both general and subspecialty electives in Pathology are available. Electives in anatomic pathology focus on morphologic and histologic diagnosis; those in the clinical laboratory illustrate the effective use and interpretation of laboratory testing, while others provide insight into basic pathogenesis of disease. Dr. Marissa White (mwhite44@jhmi.edu) would be happy to discuss elective choices. Students who have already made a firm decision to enter postgraduate training in Pathology should contact the Residency Program Director, Dr. Chris VandenBussche (cjvand@jhmi.edu), to gain assistance in planning a balanced elective program.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year | ||
| Other Courses and Elective Opportunities | ||
| ME.300.602 | Scientific Foundations of Medicine: Foundations in Histology & Pathobiology | 0 - 0 |
| Elective programs must be approved by the preceptor; any member of the department may act as preceptor. | ||
| ME.300.699 | Pathology Elective | |