Department of Pathology
Cytopathology Fellowship
Opening for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023

The mission of the Cytopathology fellowship is to provide a climate and foundation for a physician to excel and develop special competence in the diagnosis and evaluation of clinical cytology specimens and to develop an interest in research application of the cytologic method. As such, this one-year, ACGME-accredited fellowship provides advanced training in diagnostic Cytopathology and the performance of fine needle aspiration biopsies with strong encouragement to participate in clinical research.

The cytology laboratory examines approximately 60,000 cases annually of which about 4,500 are non-gynecologic. Training includes supervised sign-out, use and interpretation of ancillary tests, and immediate assessment and triaging of needle aspirates, particularly in the busy pancreatic EUS and guided thoracic FNA services. The fellow is exposed to various cytopreparatory techniques throughout the training period and is expected to occupy the “hot seat” and be the center point of the cytology service. The fellow assumes increased responsibility with time and participates in multidisciplinary conferences and teaching of pathology residents.

Ancillary clinical resources including flow cytometry, immunochemistry, and molecular diagnostics are available. Clinical and translational research performed under faculty supervision, leading to abstracts and publications, is strongly encouraged. The newly developed translational research facility provides support for research endeavors, and the fellow is expected to take advantage of it. The laboratory is fully computerized allowing for retrieval of specimens for research and teaching.

Requirements: Board eligible/certified in AP. Ability to obtain a Wisconsin Medical License.

Applications: Currently accepting applications. Submit a CAP Standardized Application for Pathology Fellowship, current CV, personal statement, USMLE results, ECFMG certification (if applicable) and three letters of recommendation by email to:

Tamara Giorgadze, MD, PhD
Program Director, Cytopathology Fellowship

C/O Kristine Scheel
Program Coordinator
Email: kscheel@mcw.edu
Website: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/pathology-and-laboratory-medicine/education/fellowship-programs/cytopathology-fellowship

[#10615, exp. 5 April 2022]

Breast/GYN Surgical Pathology Fellowship/Clinical Instructor
Opening July 2023

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is offering a one-year non-accredited Breast/GYN Surgical Pathology Fellowship with an appointment as a Clinical Instructor beginning July 1, annually.

The breast and gynecologic pathology section is staffed by 6 subspecialty pathologists. Our subspecialty team works closely with 9 gynecologic oncologists, 4 breast surgeons, 4 breast oncologists, 2 radiation oncologists, and 8 breast imaging experts. We have a volume of approximately 9,000 breast and gynecologic specimens per year.

The fellowship is suited for both academically-orientated pathologists as well as those interested in pursuing community practice with a subspecialty focus. After training, the candidate will be proficient in the work-up and diagnosis of routine and complex cases including frozen sections, immunohistochemistry, and molecular diagnostics. The candidate will be required to fulfill daily sign-out responsibilities, participate in multidisciplinary conferences, and complete at least one research project during the fellowship.

Based on the evaluation of the candidate's proficiency and performance, there may be opportunities for being involved in laboratory management projects, independent sign out, and resident teaching.

An M.D., D.O. or international equivalent, and successful completion of a certified AP or AP/CP U.S.-based pathology residency training program are required. Applicants must be board eligible or board certified in AP or AP/CP, and a permanent Wisconsin medical license is required prior to start date.

Application instructions and link to apply will be available in Spring 2021. You will be required to submit a statement of interest, a current CV and a list of at least three references. In addition, three letters of recommendation will be required.

Questions should be directed to:
Christopher Flynn, MD, PhD
Breast/GYN Surgical Pathology Fellowship Director
Email: hr@pathology.wisc.edu

[#9631, exp. 22 June 2021]

GI/Liver Surgical Pathology Fellowship / Clinical Instructor
July 2023 Opening

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health is offering a one-year GI/Liver Surgical Pathology Subspecialty Fellowship with an appointment as a Clinical Instructor beginning July 1, annually. This is a non-ACGME certified fellowship which provides one year of experience in diagnostic gastrointestinal, liver, pancreaticobiliary and transplant pathology. Cases include a wide spectrum of non-neoplastic, neoplastic and allograft pathology, received from the state-of-the-art UW Health Hepatobiliary Oncologic and Transplantation Surgical Services and from the Digestive Health Center (approximately 18,500 GI cases annually, including 450 medical/allograft liver biopsies and 250 extramural consultations).

The GI/Liver pathology fellow participates on the GI/Liver subspecialty services, undergoes a frozen section 'hot seat' rotation in general pathology, participates in many multidisciplinary conferences (medical liver biopsy, and colorectal, pancreaticobiliary, UWH/VA regional liver transplant and molecular tumor boards), and is involved in teaching of pathology residents and medical students. Based on the candidate's proficiency and performance, there may be opportunities to be involved in laboratory management projects and independent sign out. Overall the fellowship is aimed at developing academic and leadership skills to thrive as an expert in GI/Liver pathology. Elective time is also available, and the fellow is highly encouraged to participate in translational research projects related to GI and Liver pathology.

Requirements:
  • An MD, DO or international equivalent
  • Successful completion of a certified AP or AP/CP U.S.-based pathology residency training program
  • Board-eligible or board-certified in AP or AP/CP
  • Permanent Wisconsin medical license prior to start date

Application instructions and link to apply will be available in Spring 2021. You will be required to submit a statement of interest, a current CV and a list of at least three references. In addition, three letters of recommendation will be required. Questions can be directed to Dr. Rashmi Agni c/o hr@pathology.wisc.edu.

[#9600, exp. 9 June 2021]