Education
Our aim is to model and promote the practice of evidence-based pathology and laboratory medicine in a culture that champions multidisciplinary team-based learning, as well as individual responsibility, and values inclusion and generosity."
Ritu Nayar, MD
Vice Chair of Education and Faculty Development
Our Programs

Residents
We offer four residency programs:
- Anatomical Pathology
- Clinical Pathology
- Combined Anatomical/Clinical Pathology
- Combined Anatomic/Neuropathology

Fellowships
Our department offers numerous subspecialty pathology training programs; browse our fellowship opportunities to learn more.

Clerkships
Our department works closely with the Augusta Weber, MD, Office of Medical Education to develop and inspire future pathologists.
Pathology Physician-Scientist Training Program
The Department of Pathology offers a six- to seven-year Physician-Scientist Training Program (PSTP) through Northwestern University's Starzl Academy. This program is designed for MD/PhD or MD graduates with extensive research experience interested in a career in academic pathology and investigation.
Observerships
The Department of Pathology is not taking any observership applications. Should you have any questions, please direct them to Raven Rodriguez at raven.rodriguez@northwestern.edu.For general inquiries regarding our programs, please contact northwesternpathology@northwestern.edu.