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Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship

Fellowship Opportunities

We are participating in the Pathology Fellowship National Resident Matching Program for the 2028–29 academic year. Interviews have concluded.

Meet Our Fellows

Lawrence J Jennings

Program Director

Lawrence J Jennings

Professor, Pathology (Genomic Pathology), Pathology (Molecular Pathology)

Madina Sukhanova

Associate Program Director

Madina Sukhanova

Associate Professor, Pathology (Cytogenetics)

About the Fellowship

Education & Research

The division evaluates over 175,000 tests annually, including molecular microbiology, hematologic and solid tumor malignancies, congenital disorders and human leukocyte antigen genotyping.

Clinical Experience

Fellows gain comprehensive experience with a wide range of current clinical molecular diagnostic procedures using state-of-the-art technology. The program offers opportunities to improve patient care by developing and implementing novel diagnostic procedures. Fellows have frequent opportunities to attend didactic lectures and interdisciplinary research conferences.

Stipend

The stipend is commensurate with the fellow's Postgraduate Year (PGY) of training. Find stipend information via the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University site.

Application Process

Prepare an application package with the following items:

  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • USMLE scores 1, 2, 3
  • COMLEX scores are also acceptable
  • Three letters of recommendation

Send application materials and letters of recommendation to molecularpathfellowship@northwestern.edu

Why Northwestern?

Training at Northwestern University provides diverse and challenging clinical experiences and world-class education, located in the heart of the beautiful city of Chicago.

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