Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Louisville's Pathology Residency Program is a 4-year combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology program designed to prepare residents for successful careers in pathology. The program emphasizes a balanced and supportive learning environment, active learning with graduated responsibilities, and a wealth of practical experiences through rotations and didactic sessions. The residency office offers robust support and mentorship for residents as they engage with over 40,000 surgical pathology cases annually across several affiliated hospitals.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program appears to be IMG-friendly, as it mentions graduating residents have gone on to practice in various academic centers. However, there is no explicit information about the acceptance rates or current IMG representation in the program.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 residents, with 3 residents per PGY level.
Program Website
Address
Abell Administration Building, 323 East Chestnut Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Program Director
Samer Z. Al-Quran, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has 12 residents, divided into 3 residents at each PGY level, focusing on both Anatomic and Clinical Pathology training.
PGY-1 MD
3
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes board-relevant and practice-relevant didactics through resident morning lectures, visitor lecture series, and support for required scholarly activity, emphasizing active learning with graduated responsibilities.
Application
The residency program application process requires applicants to submit their applications through the ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). Key deadlines include - applications must be submitted by the end of November; interviews typically take place in December and January. Applicants are advised to check the ERAS website for exact submission dates, and all required materials must be included with the application of transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
# of Locations
Residents will work at four hospital locations: University of Louisville Hospital, Norton Hospital, Norton Children’s Hospital, and Jewish Hospital.
Fellowship
Graduates from the program have successfully obtained fellowships in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at various academic centers, indicating opportunities for further specialization after residency.
Resident Life
Overview
We offer a 4-year combined anatomic and clinical pathology residency focusing on active learning and mentorship in a supportive environment across four hospitals in Louisville.
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# of Years of Program
4
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Alumni
Graduates from the University of Louisville's Pathology Residency Program have successfully obtained and completed fellowships in anatomic pathology (AP) and clinical pathology (CP) at various academic centers. Alumni typically pursue careers in either academic settings or private practice.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Support for scholarly activity and guidance provided by the residency program office and mentorship program.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation