Dermatopathology

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Goals: This is a 2 week elective in anatomic pathology focusing on dermatopathology to prepare for a career in pathology, dermatology, family medicine, or internal medicine. The student will gain knowledge of the clinical presentation and histopathologic correlation of benign and neoplastic skin diseases. Objectives: Patient Care Independently collect clinical information by reviewing the patient’s electronic health record and reviewing any clinical photos Assist in grossing dermatopathology cases. Attend dermatopathology related frozen sections. Assist in the preparation of frozen sections. Formulate a preliminary diagnosis Suggest appropriate diagnostic tests relevant to the histopathologic evaluation. Medical Knowledge Become familiar with the clinical presentation of common dermatologic diseases. Formulate a differential diagnosis based on the clinical appearance of the lesion and the histopathology Interpersonal and Communication Skills Communicate with residents and faculty on the dermatopathology service. Write organized, appropriately focused, and accurate clinical information. Professionalism Demonstrate personal accountability, integrity, compassion, respect, altruism, and empathy when interacting with all members of the health care team, patients and their families, in order to provide the best patient care Demonstrate punctuality and ability to complete patient care tasks efficiently Practice-Based Learning and Improvement Demonstrate self-directed learning in daily practice Identify strengths, deficiencies, and limits in one’s knowledge and clinical skills through self-evaluation Develop a plan for improvement, perform appropriate learning activities, solicit and incorporate feedback Demonstrate evidence-based clinical practice Access appropriate resources to answer clinical questions Critically appraise relevant literature and incorporate it into patient care Systems-Based Practice Demonstrate the appropriate utilization of ancillary testing, and review of clinical notes. Develop an understanding of the clinical impact of pathologic diagnoses.