Academic PathologyPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100198
R. Sibira MD, A. Johnson MD, M. Dolan MD, M. Zhong MD, PhD
{"title":"Study of Morphology and Molecular Pathology Association during Residency Training (SMMART): Integration of Resident and Junior Faculty Mentor Program","authors":"R. Sibira MD, A. Johnson MD, M. Dolan MD, M. Zhong MD, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100198","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100198","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":44927,"journal":{"name":"Academic Pathology","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100198"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144563686","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Academic PathologyPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100208
Asli Azemi MD, Carlos Parra-Herran MD
{"title":"Authors’ response to Letter-to-the-Editor from Smith, SM, et al., International medical graduates amongst pathology leadership roles: more than meets the eye","authors":"Asli Azemi MD, Carlos Parra-Herran MD","doi":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100208","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100208","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":44927,"journal":{"name":"Academic Pathology","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100208"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144714390","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Academic PathologyPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100212
Anaisa Quintanilla-Arteaga MS , Kaitlyn McKinley , Alessa Aragao MD , Phillip McMullen MD, PhD , Kristen Krum MD, MS , Amanda Harrington PhD , Anastasia Gant Kanegusuku PhD , Jack Maggiore PhD , Rachel Gordezky MD
{"title":"Growing pathology: Cultivating interest in pathology within pre-medical students through a novel Pathology Mini-Bootcamp","authors":"Anaisa Quintanilla-Arteaga MS , Kaitlyn McKinley , Alessa Aragao MD , Phillip McMullen MD, PhD , Kristen Krum MD, MS , Amanda Harrington PhD , Anastasia Gant Kanegusuku PhD , Jack Maggiore PhD , Rachel Gordezky MD","doi":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100212","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100212","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pathology is vital to healthcare but remains underrepresented in medical education, with limited awareness among pre-medical students. Bridging this gap early may enhance interest in pathology. This study evaluates the impact of participating in a Pathology Mini-Bootcamp class on pre-medical undergraduate students' knowledge and career interest. The two-week bootcamp curriculum combined virtual learning and in-person hands-on experiences covering disease mechanisms, diagnostics, and pathology's role in patient care. Pre- and post-quizzes assessed participants' knowledge and interest in pathology-related careers. Postbootcamp quiz scores improved significantly, increasing from an average of 13/30 to 23/30 points. All participants cited hands-on activities as the most engaging component. Additionally, 71.4% reported a higher likelihood of considering pathology. Seven students in total participated in this pilot class, with four committing to pursuing medical school, one to a pathologists' assistant program, one to a physician assistant program, and one to a perfusion program at the end of the class. The bootcamp successfully increased pathology knowledge and interest. One participant noted: “The course was an amazing experience and organized really well. It gave a great idea for what learning histology in medical school would be like. Also, learning about all of the careers in pathology and many different ways to get involved in the vast field was executed very well. Overall, I really enjoyed the course and learned a lot.” These findings highlight the value of early exposure to pathology in recruiting future pathologists. Future efforts should refine strategies to enhance long-term engagement and career selection in pathology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44927,"journal":{"name":"Academic Pathology","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100212"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144827456","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Academic PathologyPub Date : 2025-07-01DOI: 10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100209
Leeying Lau MSClSc, BS, Jina J.Y. Kum PhD, MSC
{"title":"Exploring the pathologists’ assistant educational landscape in North America","authors":"Leeying Lau MSClSc, BS, Jina J.Y. Kum PhD, MSC","doi":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100209","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100209","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pathologists’ assistants are physician extenders who play a critical role in anatomic pathology, specializing in surgical and autopsy pathology. Under the supervision of licensed pathologists, they primarily perform the macroscopic examination and dissection of surgical specimens to prepare tissues for microscopic analysis. They also take on responsibilities in autopsy, education, quality assurance, and laboratory management. They optimize pathology services by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting the diagnostic process. Their role has grown to include significant contributions to academic and clinical settings. This study explores the educational landscape of pathologists’ assistant programs in North America, with a focus on Canadian institutions, detailing the evolution of accredited training programs and certification processes. Currently, 16 National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences-accredited programs exist across North America. Through a program review, we found variations in class sizes, admission requirements, and tuition across North American programs. Despite differences, all programs boast high graduation, employment and certification rates, reflecting the growing demand for pathologists’ assistants in pathology. Although the pathologists’ assistant profession has grown significantly since its inception, many are still unaware of it. This review aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for prospective students who wish to learn more about the profession and its educational programs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":44927,"journal":{"name":"Academic Pathology","volume":"12 3","pages":"Article 100209"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144827454","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}