Clinical and surgical pathology (Clerkships)

The Clinical and surgical Pathology clerkship is designed to provide students with practical and immersive experience in diagnostic pathology, bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world clinical application. During the rotation, students will observe the workflow of an anatomic pathology department and the European Institute of Oncology (world top cancer center) and/or Niguarda Hospital (top general hospital), including gross examination, histological interpretation, intraoperative consultation (frozen sections), cytopathology, molecular diagnostics, and biobanking.

By the end of the clerkship, they should have a clearer understanding of how pathology contributes to diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic guidance, and develop an appreciation for the critical role it plays in modern, technology-driven clinical care.