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Postgraduate Program

MD Pathology

Doctor of MedicineDiagnostic pathology residency with digital pathology, oncopathology collaborations, and ICMR-supported research in a NABH/NABL-aligned laboratory environment.

Program Overview

The MD Pathology program trains specialists in histopathology, cytopathology, haematology, and clinico-pathological correlation through structured lectures, practicals, and diagnostic rotations.

The department offers a Digital Pathology Museum, DIGIPATH educational resources, and international oncopathology collaboration with MD Anderson, USA. Faculty lead intramural and ICMR-funded research projects.

Postgraduate training emphasises diagnostic accuracy, research ethics, laboratory safety, and academic productivity with sustained national and international publications.

Program Information

Duration
3 Years (6 Semesters)
Department
Pathology
Degree Conferred
MD Pathology
Annual Intake
2 Seats
Specialization
Pathology
Entrance Exam
NEET PG (Mandatory)

Program Curriculum

Year 1

Diagnostic Foundations

Histopathology & CytopathologyHaematologyClinical CorrelationLab Safety & QA
Year 2

Sub-specialty & Research

OncopathologyDigital PathologyResearch MethodologyThesis Protocol
Year 3

Senior Residency & Thesis

Independent ReportingDissertation DefenceCME & ConferencesExit Examination

Research Opportunities

Breast Carcinoma Subtyping

IHC and molecular subtyping for personalised oncology treatment planning.

Digital Pathology & AI

Whole slide imaging and AI-assisted diagnostic workflow research.

Oncopathology Collaboration

International research with MD Anderson on precision oncology diagnostics.

ICMR-Funded Studies

Faculty and student projects on biomarkers and disease pathology.

Faculty

J
Dr. Jawahar R.
Professor & HOD
JJ
Dr. Jeyashambavi J.
Professor
SK
Dr. Siva K.
Professor
MT
Dr. Margaret Theresa
Associate Professor
MS
Dr. Malliga S.
Senior Resident