Clinical and surgical pathology

Pathology is a cornerstone of modern medicine, playing a central role in clinical decision-making and patient management. Through the study of disease at the morphological and molecular level, pathology provides the definitive diagnosis that guides therapeutic strategies. This course introduces students to the core principles and clinical relevance of anatomic pathology, with a focus on organ-based pathology, molecular diagnostics, and the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in digital pathology and biobanking. By understanding the pathological basis of disease, students will gain essential skills for interpreting diagnostic information and better understanding the connection of precision medicine and technological innovation. At the end of the course, students will be able to: 1.Understand the foundational principles of Pathology, including histopathology, cytopathology, molecular pathology, and digital pathology. 2.Recognize the morphological and molecular basis of major human diseases. 3.Correlate histopathological findings with clinical presentation, imaging, and laboratory data, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis. 4.Acquire familiarity with predictive and prognostic biomarkers used in clinical practice, especially in the context of breast cancer and female genital tract malignancies. 5.Understand the principles and applications of biobanking and digital pathology, and their role in modern diagnostic workflows and research. 6.Critically read and interpret pathology reports, understanding their structure, terminology, and clinical implications. 7.Appreciate the role of pathology in personalized medicine, including the integration of molecular data for patient stratification and therapeutic decision-making. 8.Develop an integrated vision of human pathology, combining microscopic, molecular, and clinical knowledge to support evidence-based medical practice.

By the end of the course, students are expected to recognize the key morphological and molecular features of major diseases, understand their clinical relevance, and interpret pathology reports in a clinically meaningful way.