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M.D. Pathology
This program shapes students into proficient pathologists by equipping them with skills in microscopic diagnostics, lab techniques, clinical correlation, autopsy interpretation, and teaching methodologies.
Overview
The M.D. in Pathology is a postgraduate medical degree that trains students to become experts in disease diagnosis through laboratory analysis of tissues, cells, and bodily fluids. The program encompasses surgical pathology, cytopathology, hematology, transfusion medicine, and laboratory diagnostics, preparing students for academic, diagnostic, and research careers.
The program facilitates comprehensive understanding and skill development in disease mechanisms, histopathology, hematology, cytology, clinical pathology, and diagnostic laboratory practices.
Surgical Pathology & Histopathology
Cytopathology & FNAC
Hematology & Coagulation Studies
Transfusion Medicine & Immunohematology
Clinical & Laboratory Medicine
Immunopathology & Molecular Diagnostics
Autopsy Techniques & Gross Pathology
Medical Ethics, Biostatistics & Research Methodology
Students explore disease processes from cells to systems—covering histopathology, hematology, cytology, immunopathology, and molecular diagnostics—building strong skills for clinical practice, laboratory medicine, and research.
Core Curriculum
Year 1:
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General Pathology
Cell injury, inflammation, repair, hemodynamic disorders, thrombosis, neoplasia, environmental pathology, genetic disorders
Histopathology
Tissue processing, staining, biopsy techniques
Cytopathology
FNAC, exfoliative cytology, preparation techniques
Hematology I
RBC disorders, anemia, basic hemogram, peripheral smear, bone marrow aspiration
Year 2:
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Systemic Pathology
Cardiovascular, respiratory, liver, GI, renal, endocrine, CNS, skin, bones, soft tissue, and lymphoid systems
Immunopathology
Autoimmune diseases, hypersensitivity, AIDS, immune assays
Molecular Diagnostics
PCR, FISH, sequencing, cytogenetics
Laboratory Medicine
Clinical chemistry (LFT, RFT, electrolytes), automation, internal QA/QC
Blood Banking
Grouping, crossmatching, donor screening, transfusion reactions
Year 3:
Subject
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Applied Pathology
Clinico-pathological correlation, autopsy techniques, advanced reporting
Teaching Skills
UG/paramedical teaching, pedagogy, seminars
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 8 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Recognized MBBS degree with a 1-year rotating internship
- Permanent registration with MCI/State Medical Council
- Must qualify NEET-PG with minimum 50 percentile
- Must be eligible to work as a full-time resident
- Duration:
- 3 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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