PATHOL 448C
Practical Surgical and Cytopathology
Jeffrey Arnold
Description from DukeHub
This course is intended as an introduction to the practice of diagnostic surgical pathology. Clinical and morphologic aspects of diseases are emphasized in rotations through the different specialty services (Gastrointestinal, Gynecologic, Hematopathology, Neuropathology, Dermatopathology, etc.) Students will participate (with residents and staff) in evaluating surgical specimens, performing microscopic interpretations (with ancillary studies), and preparing the final report. The course can be tailored to individuals planning a career in pathology or those pursuing other specialties. Rotations through the Fine Needle Aspiration and Exfoliative Cytology services can be scheduled depending on the student's interest. Please contact Dr. Jeffrey Arnold at least two weeks prior to starting the rotation at (contact listed in DukeHub). Secondary contact (staff assistant): Angela Coleman. Students meet on the first day in the pathology department at 9:00 a.m. Permission required for enrollment Credits: 4. Enrollment: max 2. Dr. Jeffrey Arnold and staff
Skills
- clinicalSchool of Medicine clinical course
AI-resilient: 4 of 5
- Yes: Physical, lab or field work · "specimens"
- Yes: Live work with people · "clinical"
- Yes: Judgment someone is accountable for · "diagnostic"
- Yes: A craft you practice with your hands or body · "surgical"
- No: Small, in-person format
The checks lean on Microsoft Research, Working with AI (2025), which found generative AI applies least to physical work and hands-on work with people. A signal, not a promise. How the score works
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