In other words, we are looking for candidates who choose to go into Pathology rather than
those who yield to it for any number of reasons. We strive to give the residents insight into the various practice arrangements seen in Pathology today
(private, academic, administrative). Residents have an opportunity to work
in all these environments through our affiliated programs at Truman Medical Centers (Hospital Hill and Lakewood), Children’s
Mercy Medical Center, and various other community programs.
The medical
school pathology course provides the students with 4 months of general pathology training, giving them the insight
and ability to apply their knowledge of clinical pathology to the practice of general medicine.
Pathology is a rapidly changing specialty with new and innovative testing methods coming from the research areas
to the clinical environment on a continual basis. We pride ourselves on being
the “last bastion of definitive diagnosis.” We serve clinicians,
hospitals and most importantly patients with the skill, dedication and attention we give to our own families.
Russell Fiorella, MD
Professor and Chairman
Residency Program Director
