ACVP Training Program Overview
| Name of Institution: | Midwestern University |
| Address: | Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine Department of Pathology 5725 West Utopia Road Glendale, Arizona 85308 |
Program Coordinators:
Tamara Chamberlin, DVM PhD DACVP
Department of Pathology
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 623-806-7558
Marie Cartledge
Pathology Laboratory Administrative Assistant
Email:[email protected]
Phone: 623-806-7540
Resident Representatives:
Jennifer Hu, DVM
Email [email protected]
Phone: 623-806-7566
Erica Moscoso, DVM
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 623-806-7566
Prerequisites Beyond DVM: Qualification for admission requires a DVM from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school. One year of clinical practice or internship experience is desired.
| Program Information: | ||
| Program | CP | AP |
| Program Options | Yes | |
| Full Time Residents | 3 | |
| Typical # of years for completion | 3 | |
| Money to go to one (1) meeting/year | $3,150/yr/resident | |
| Money for books and supplies | Yes | |
| Independent research/publication required for program completion? | Yes: Numerous opportunities for independent or collaborative projects; expectation of abstract submission and at least one publication | |
| Number of pathology faculty | 2 | 4 |
| Case Load: | ||||
| Small Animals | Large Animals | Exotic/Zoo Animals | Lab Animals | |
| Anatomic Pathology | 720 | 205 | 200 | 15 |
| Clinical Pathology | ||||
| % of Cases | 64% | 18% | 18% | 1% |
| Cases: | |
| Numbers | |
| Anatomic Pathology Cases- Number of submissions for necropsy and biopsy: | Necropsy 1,000-1,200; Biopsy 400-500/year |
| Clinical Pathology Cases- Number of submissions for hematology, chemistry, and cytology: | Cytology- 1,000 |
| Required Coursework for Specific Programs: | |
| MS | |
| PhD | |
| AP | – Faculty provided gross review sessions – Journal Club – Gross Pathology Rounds – Histopathology Rounds – 1 External descriptive or other board prep. course – Faculty reviewed slide set descriptions – Gross and histopathology mock exams |
| CP | |
Summary of Program Goals and Strength:
New Facilities: The Anatomic Pathology Residency Program at Midwestern University’s College of Veterinary Medicine developed in 2018 is housed in a purpose-built, state of the art pathology facility built in 2014 on the Glendale, AZ campus. The Diagnostic Pathology Center (DPC) has a 5,300 sq-ft, full-service necropsy floor, a gross pathology teaching theatre, a dedicated histopathology laboratory, downdraft and ventilated trim and tissue storage areas, an 800 sq-ft BSL3-capable necropsy suite, and 1200 sq-ft of classroom/teaching space. The facility is adjacent to the Companion Animal Clinic, which is an 111,000 sq-ft small animal teaching hospital, and the Equine Bovine Center, a large animal teaching facility that includes indoor equine and bovine teaching areas and housing for university-owned cattle and horses.
Excellent Teaching Opportunities: The pathology program provides a 2-quarter, second year veterinary student pathology course, more specialized third year veterinary student electives, and a continuous 4-week, fourth year veterinary student clinical rotation. The pathology team presents weekly histopathology and gross pathology rounds that are open to the entire campus, and is very involved in collaborative campus and wider community projects.
Versatile Case Load: The DPC operates as an academic/diagnostic hybrid, receiving caseload from both outside submissions and Midwestern clinics. There are strong relationships with local clinics, law enforcement, multiple zoos and wildlife centers, and an excellent shelter medicine program.
Excellent Faculty, Staff, and Working Environment: The residency program includes 4 anatomic pathology faculty, 2 clinical pathology faculty, managers and technicians for the histopathology and necropsy laboratories, and 3 anatomic pathology residents. The DPC prides itself on maintaining a close, team atmosphere in which all members contribute to veterinary pathology education and training. Midwestern University is an open and inclusive institution dedicated to the support and success of all its students and employees. The Glendale campus is located within the major metropolitan area of Phoenix while still being within a short drive of excellent outdoor recreational opportunities and incredible geographic and cultural variety.
| Percentage of Time Spent in Activities – Anatomic Pathology: | |||||
| Service | Teaching Seminar/Courses | Research | Designated Off-clinics Board Prep | Other | |
| Year 1 | 60 | 30 | 10 | 0 | Within Year 1-2General Pathology Mock ExamAt 12 MonthsMock Phase II Exam |
| Year 2 | 60 | 25 | 10 | 5 | Phase I Milestone September Application/March Exam At 24 Months Mock Phase II Exam |
| Year 3 | 60 | 20 | 10 | 10 | At 36 Months Exam-Extended Phase II Milestone December Application/ August Exam |
Comments: Residents work directly with Board-certified anatomic pathologists. Board-certified clinical pathologists will also be available for additional training.