PTH 781 Research in Pathology
Students may arrange research rotations individually with faculty at Rush. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter describing the student's activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and the specific dates of the rotation. Credit toward graduation is granted assuming that the research project is ongoing throughout the academic year. [4 weeks]

PTH 791 Pathology Clerkship
Aimed at students considering post-graduate training in pathology, and students who desire to enhance and complement their knowledge of general pathology. The elective may be tailored to focus on student's specialty interests, if other than general pathology. Students will have hands on experience in techniques of grossing specimens in surgical pathology, molecular diagnostic techniques, image analyses, and clinical laboratory procedures. Students are encouraged to be involved in performance of autopsies, including weekends, if desired. This service usually requires 10 to 20 percent of the student's time in the elective. Students will have intimate contact with residents and attending staff. Prerequisites: MED 701. FA WI SP SU [4 or 6 weeks]