Veterinary and Comparative Pathology Training Programs
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Tufts University
Boston and Grafton, MA
Anatomic Residency Program
Section of Pathology
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
General Training Objectives
The anatomic pathology residency program at Tufts Cummings School
of Veterinary Medicine is designed to provide a solid foundation in diagnostic
pathology with a strong emphasis on the clinical relevancy of gross and microscopic
lesions utilizing advanced diagnostic techniques when appropriate. The 3 year
program will lead to eligibility for ACVP certification.
Program
Preparation for the ACVP certifying exam is a long process requiring
motivation, planning and time management. Residents participate in autopsy
and biopsy diagnostic services, attend weekly gross and microscopic lesion
review sessions and review current pathology journals. Residents also attend
joint rounds with clinicians specializing in Neurology, Ophthalmology, Oncology
and Infectious Diseases. Opportunities exist for collaborative studies
with clinicians as well as basic science researchers on the Grafton campus.
Residents are also encouraged to participate in the teaching of veterinary
students. Elective training with pathologists at several medical institutions
and biotechnology companies in the region are available during the 2nd and
3rd year of training.
The small animal teaching hospital averages 23,000 cases annually and the large animal hospital averages 1,700 cases annually. The autopsy service provides diagnoses for more than 700 cases annually. These cases are represented chiefly by small companion animals, horses and a wide variety of wildlife and exotic species. The biopsy service provides diagnoses for more than 3,000 cases annually which come exclusively from the teaching hospitals.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a DVM (or equivalent) degree with a strong academic
record in addition to a demonstrated interest in anatomic pathology.
Community
The Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is located in a rural
setting in North Grafton, Massachusetts 45 miles west of Boston and 10 miles
from Worcester. A commuter rail station adjacent to the campus provides
daily service to Worcester and Boston. The region is noted for its numerous
medical institutions and biotechnology companies.
Faculty
Alroy, DVM, DACVPJoseph (anatomic pathology), Associate Professor
Perry Bain, DVM, PhD, DACVP (clinical pathology) Assistant Professor
Roderick Bronson, DVM, DACVP (anatomic pathology), Professor
Richard Jakowski, DVM, PhD, DACVP (anatomic pathology), Associate Professor and Section Head
John Keating, DVM, DACVP (anatomic pathology), Assistant Professor
Irwin Leav, DVM, DACVP (anatomic pathology), Distinguished Professor
Nicola Parry, BVSc, MSc, DACVP (anatomic pathology), Assistant Professor
Applications
Interested individual should contact:
Dr. John Keating
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
Department of Biomedical Sciences
Section of Pathology
200 Westboro Road
North Grafton, MA 01536
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