Clinical Experience
Students will complete practical rotations in surgical, pediatric, autopsy, and forensic pathology in a variety of settings, including community hospitals, academic centers, and private labs. Practical rotation schedules will be individualized to each student with all students receiving the same amount of core credits but in different sequences.
Practicum Requirements
The second year consists of 48 weeks of practical rotations. Each week is equivalent to 1 credit hour. The minimum credit hours vary by practicum type. Elective weeks can be distributed between the required practicum types or specialized rotations that align with the students’ career goals. Potential elective rotations include biobanking, histotechnology, informatics, quality improvement, laboratory management research, and teaching. The student will be responsible for discussing potential elective rotations with their Supervisory Committee prior to the second year.
Surgical – 32
Autopsy – 4
Forensic – 2*
Pediatric – 2*
Elective – 8*
Practicum Rotations
It is the intention that all students will complete the following rotations:
Surgical Pathology – UW Montlake
Surgical Pathology – Harborview Medical Center
Autopsy Pathology – UW Montlake
Forensic Pathology – Variable
Pediatric Pathology – Seattle Childrens Hospital
Additional Surgical Pathology rotations will be completed at a selection of affiliate sites which vary in length of rotation. Students should expect between 3 and 7 surgical pathology sites, depending on a variety of factors.