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MGH Pathology in collaboration with the MGH Center for Diversity & Inclusion

Overview A two month visiting Pathology clerkship experience for MS3/MS4 UIM medical students Program structure Medical students participate in a focused clerkship experience tailored to their interests, in which they will participate in clinical / sign-out activity, as well as a translational or basic research project. Each student will be matched with an MGH Pathology faculty mentor, who will provide guidance for their research project and for career guidance. Students will present projects at the conclusion of their clerkships. Subsidy would be offered to cover costs of housing and reimbursement for travel.

Eligibility

• Completion of application in which applicant expresses interest in Clerkship Program.
• Completion of at least 2 core clinical rotations and passing score on USMLE1; applicant must be academically competitive for residency application.
• Ideal applicant should have a strong demonstrated interest in Pathology as a specialty career, with a stated intention to apply for Pathology residency programs.