Pathology Residency Program

By the end of their training, residents are expected to:

1. Acquire the technical skills necessary for the practice of clinical pathology.
2. Write Pathology reports.
3. Acquire problem solving and critical analysis skills fundamental for the practice of Pathology.
4. Formulate a diagnosis or differential diagnosis.
5. Screen gynecologic smears and sign up negative pap smears.
6. Direct Pathology technicians.
7. Participate in Departmental Pathology Conferences.
8. Practice continuous self-education.

Medical diploma, certified secondary school certificate, official updated university transcript, passing colloquium exam for Lebanese, IFOM exam, 3 recommendation letters, personal interview.

• Anatomical Pathology (AP) and Laboratory Medicine (LM): The program encompasses training in both areas.
• Skill Acquisition: Residents are expected to acquire the technical skills necessary for the practice of clinical pathology, write pathology reports, formulate diagnoses or differential diagnoses, and direct pathology technicians.
• Cytopathology: A specific skill mentioned is screening gynecologic smears and signing out negative pap smears.
• Conferences: Active participation in departmental pathology conferences is required.
• Core Competencies: Training is based on developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes that align with ACGME competencies, including patient care, medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills, practice-based learning and improvement, systems-based practice, and professionalism.
• Affiliated Hospitals: Training likely occurs at university-affiliated hospitals, providing exposure to a variety of cases and settings.