Description
The Anatomical Pathology Specialist, through a medical practice grounded in problem-solving educational methodology, is characterized by being capable of providing quality professional care to the community in any national and international setting of interest.
The duration of the Specialty in Anatomical Pathology is 3 years.
Primary Clinical Site
- Christus Muguerza Group
- High Specialty Hospital
- Secretary of Health (SS)
- Metropolitan Hospital "Bernardo Sepúlveda"
- Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS)
- High Specialization Medical Unit, Specialties Hospital No. 25
Recognition of Official Validity of Studies (RVOE) granted by the Secretary of Public Education according to agreement: 20240087, valid until 07/19/2028.
Objective
To prepare specialist physicians in Anatomical Pathology with an academic background that includes specialized knowledge in molecular biology, cytohistopathology, surgical pathology, and immunohistochemistry; with the ability to integrate histopathological findings with clinical and paraclinical studies to guide diagnosis, suggest appropriate therapy, and establish a prognosis, skillfully and adeptly utilizing cutting-edge technology to develop a professional practice with the highest standards of patient care and safety; coordinating with the multidisciplinary health team.
Additionally, the specialist physician in Anatomical Pathology will operate within a framework of ethics, humanism, and a sense of service, respecting the environment; utilizing the method of scientific research as a habitual tool in their daily practice, committed to the continuous updating of their discipline.
Admission profile
Knowledge
- Understanding the scientific fundamentals of general medicine.
- Possessing basic knowledge of scientific methodology and epidemiological methods.
- Proficient in spoken and written Spanish.
- Understanding and translating from English.
Skills
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in Preventive Medicine and Epidemiology.
- Work effectively in a team.
- Systematically retrieve medical information.
- Have basic ability to navigate the Internet.
- Familiarity with and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Utilize statistical software packages.
Attitudes
- Demonstrate warmth and willingness to attend to the patient and their family.
- Act with discipline, order, and punctuality.
- Work with values of honesty and respect for others.
- Possess the habit of studying and participating in continuing education activities.
- Promote a healthy lifestyle to prevent diseases and enjoy a better quality of life.
- Have an entrepreneurial spirit, attitude for academic improvement, and self-learning.
- Demonstrate responsibility and leadership within the healthcare team.
- Show perseverance in professional development.
Graduate profile
Upon completion of your studies in Anatomical Pathology, you will have developed the following knowledge:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge in molecular biology, cytohistopathology, surgical pathology, and immunohistochemistry, as well as a deep understanding of histological changes and pathophysiological mechanisms underlying diseases.
- Identify tissue alterations in response to aggression or changes in structure or metabolism of pathologies, and provide insights that can guide clinical diagnosis, therapy, and prognosis through histopathology.
- Perform self-care practices, conduct comprehensive medical diagnosis, and administer treatment using contemporary technological resources available for comprehensive healthcare in laboratory settings.
- Apply current national and international regulations governing the discipline and ensure the delivery of high-quality medical care with a focus on patient safety.
- Comprehend theoretical aspects of the teaching-learning process as they relate to patient education, family support, and collaboration within the multidisciplinary healthcare team in their field.
- Promote health and identify risk factors while considering intercultural perspectives.
- Utilize information and communication technologies effectively in their professional activities.
Upon completion of your studies in Anatomical Pathology, you will have developed the following skills:
- Apply with skill and dexterity the most updated procedures and technical resources in Anatomical Pathology for the histopathological diagnosis of diseases.
- Integrate in a timely and orderly manner, the clinical picture and paraclinical studies of the patient to establish appropriate diagnoses and guide the best therapeutic option.
- Treat the patient as a biopsychosocial entity in the context of their competence.
- Provide ongoing communication resulting in effective information exchange and proper relationships with patients, their families, and the healthcare team.
- Plan a study and treatment program based on scientific criteria, with principles of quality service, to contribute to sustainable human development with equity and justice.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care with other specialists to offer the best comprehensive therapeutic option.
- Employ scientific methods to conduct clinical research and design research projects that address the health needs of the population.
- Develop a timely response capacity to emerging diseases, establishing prevention and control strategies.
Upon completion of your studies in Anatomical Pathology, you will have developed the following attitudes:
- Apply the ethical and deontological principles of medical practice.
- Assume responsibility and a service-oriented attitude towards the issues involved in the health-disease process.
- Achieve a positive and respectful relationship with the patient, family, and professional environment.
- Prioritize medical decision-making regarding prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, based on risk-benefit and cost-benefit balances, to improve the patient's quality of life.
- Show profound respect for the environment.
- Possess social awareness, take responsibility within the healthcare system, and recognize its importance.
- Exercise self-criticism to understand limitations, seek support when necessary, and refer patients when appropriate.
Live an experience abroad
Have an academic experience abroad for a summer, a semester or a year.
See moreCurriculum
Consult the courses that you will take in the specialty in Anatomical Pathology.
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HMAP1101 | Clinical Training in Anatomical Pathology I | 70 |
| HMAP1102 | Clinical Care in Anatomical Pathology I | 18 |
| HMAP1103 | Clinical Management | 4 |
| HMAP1104 | Research I | 12 |
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HMAP2101 | Clinical Training in Anatomical Pathology II | 70 |
| HMAP2102 | Clinical Care in Anatomical Pathology II | 18 |
| HMAP2103 | Health Education | 4 |
| HMAP2104 | Research II | 12 |
| Code | Course | CRS Year |
|---|---|---|
| HMAP3101 | Clinical Training in Anatomical Pathology III | 70 |
| HMAP3102 | Bioethics and Medical Professionalism | 18 |
| HMAP3103 | Bioethics and Medical Professionalism | 4 |
| HMAP3104 | Research III | 12 |
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