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Educational Case: Symptomatic but Unruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Aldis H Petriceks1, John C Olivas1, Darren Salmi1,2
1Division of Clinical Anatomy, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA.
Academic Pathology
|October 18, 2018
Summary
This fictional case study serves as a learning tool for pathology education, aligning with national competencies in disease mechanisms, organ pathology, and diagnostic medicine. It aims to enhance medical training in pathology.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pathology
Background:
- The Pathology Competencies for Medical Education (PCME) provide national standards for pathology training.
- These competencies are crucial for developing a strong foundation in medical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a fictional case study as a practical learning tool.
- To illustrate the application of the PCME standards in medical education.
Main Methods:
- Development of a fictional case study.
- Alignment of the case study with established pathology competencies.
Main Results:
- The case study effectively demonstrates disease mechanisms and processes.
- It also covers organ system pathology and diagnostic medicine.
Conclusions:
- This learning tool supports the PCME framework.
- It aids in the comprehensive training of medical professionals in pathology.
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