Pathology

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Welcome to Our Department

The Department of Pathology provides extensive education and experiences centering on the nature, causes and treatments of disease and injury through cutting-edge research, technological advancements and the delivery of exceptional patient care. Learn more about our mission and vision and hear from our department chair and program director.

About pathology

Pathology Education Programs

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Pathology Residency

Our residents participate in pathology and subspecialty research and application-based experiences at affiliated institutions around Kansas City. They also receive individually tailored training from attendings, all of which prepares them for fellowship opportunities and employment in top programs across the country.

Residency Program

Pathology student working in the lab.

Student Electives

This four-week elective will expose fourth-year medical students to the fields of anatomic and clinical pathology, including surgical pathology, cytopathology, hematopathology and laboratory medicine.

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