Cytopathology Fellowship

It is the aim of the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics cytopathology fellowship to provide the trainee with the in-depth knowledge and competence necessary for the practice of pathology with specialty expertise in cytopathology. This training includes not only interpretation of all types of cytologic specimens, but performance of fine needle aspirations (FNA) and assessment of pathologic specimens for adequacy using cytologic technique.

Fellows will have opportunity to gain the experience and knowledge of technical, scientific and regulatory aspects of the practice of cytopathology necessary for oversight and administration of a cytopathology laboratory. Fellows who wish to pursue an academic career can receive the depth and breadth of training necessary to pursue an academic career with specialty expertise in cytopathology.

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Prerequisites:

Applications will be accepted from residents who have had two to four years of straight anatomic pathology training and from residents who have three to four years of combined anatomic and clinical pathology training. Board eligible applicants are preferred.

How To Apply:

If you are interested in applying to the Cytopathology Fellowship Program, please send or email the following documents to Vicky Farrington-Howrey:

• a cover letter,
• CAP Standardized Pathology Fellowship Application,
• current curriculum vitae,
• personal statement,
• medical school Dean’s letter,
• three letters of recommendation that include one from the pathology residency director and two additional faculty,
• USMLE(3) scores,
• copy of ECFMG certificate (applies to international medical graduates only),
• copy of Permanent Visa (if applicable),
• copy of medical school diploma

Contact Information:

Vicky Farrington-Howrey
Cytopathology Fellowship Coordinator
200 Hawkins Drive
C684 General Hospital
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-356-0319
Fax: 319-384-9613
Email: [email protected]