Career Panel for Pathology Residents: Going Beyond the Core Curriculum. Issue 4 (1st April 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Guarner, Jeannette; Hill, Charles E.; Caliendo, Angela M.
• Is Part Of: American journal of clinical pathology. Volume 141:Issue 4(2014)
• Page Start: 478
• Page End: 481
• Publication Date: 2014-04-01
• Subjects: Pathologists -- Career -- Training; Diagnosis, Laboratory -- Periodicals; Pathology -- Periodicals; 616.07
• DOI: 10.1309/AJCPEANOYD9Y7GEC
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0002-9173

Abstract

Abstract: Objectives: To increase awareness in pathology residents of different career choices and familiarize them with the job market. Methods: For 3 years, community pathologists and faculty members participated in half-day panels that residents attended voluntarily. Panelists presented their professional life experiences and shared advice. We showcase the implementation and resident evaluation of these panels. Results: Panelists were rated as outstanding or excellent for relevance. Residents chose the following themes as most useful: visualizing the array of practices (community, part-time, public health, and others), careers that follow unexpected courses and people taking advantage of opportunities as they happen, knowing that not having a definitive direction is frequent, and finding out what different practices look for when they are hiring. Conclusions: Career planning is a neglected aspect of pathology residency training, and panels in which pathologists present their experiences are helpful to prepare residents for what lies ahead.