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Position Paper From the Association of Pathology Chairs: Assessing Autopsy Competency in Pathology Residency Training
Robert D Hoffman1, Peter J Kragel2, Karen L Kaul3
1Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, USA.
Academic Pathology
|February 21, 2019
Summary
Hospital autopsy numbers are declining in US pathology residency programs. A new report offers recommendations to improve autopsy education for future pathologists.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pathology
- Diagnostic Medicine
Background:
- Hospital autopsy rates have significantly declined in the United States.
- This decline impacts pathology residency training and the perceived practice of autopsy.
- Stakeholder organizations are reassessing the role of autopsy in pathology education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the current state of autopsy education in US pathology residency programs.
- To develop recommendations for the future of autopsy training.
- To address concerns regarding declining autopsy practices.
Main Methods:
- A working group was convened by key stakeholder organizations.
- The group conducted a detailed study of current autopsy education practices.
- The study's findings and recommendations were compiled in a report.
Main Results:
- The study identified current practices in autopsy education across US pathology programs.
- A comprehensive set of recommendations for enhancing autopsy training was developed.
- The findings highlight the need for a structured approach to autopsy education.
Conclusions:
- The Association of Pathology Chairs accepts the Working Group's report.
- The paper outlines the association's position on the proposed recommendations.
- The recommendations aim to revitalize and standardize autopsy education in pathology residencies.
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