Diagnostic Histopathology
Volume 14, Issue 7 , Pages 325-329, July 2008

The future is bright: training in academic pathology

Maesha Deheragoda MA MRCPCH is a CRUK Clinical Research Fellow at the Histopathology Unit, Cancer Research UK, London Research Institute, 44 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PX, UK

published online 04 August 2008.

Abstract 

Pathologists wishing to make a contribution to healthcare through advances leading to better diagnostic and treatment approaches, should consider pursuing an academic training pathway. This article provides some practical advice and background information on how to go about taking time out of clinical training to study for a higher degree, from making the initial choice through to returning to clinical work.

Keywords: academic training pathways, Deanery requirements, MD, PhD

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PII: S1756-2317(08)00091-1

doi:10.1016/j.mpdhp.2008.06.006

Diagnostic Histopathology
Volume 14, Issue 7 , Pages 325-329, July 2008

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