Dermatopathology PGY-2

Dermatopathology Rotation Goals/Objectives for PGY-2
Patient Care
Goal: To provide skin biopsy evaluation that is effective in assisting clinicians with diagnosis
and optimizing patient outcomes.
Objectives:

1. Consistently obtains accurate history from the pathology requisition. PC4
2. Identifies biopsy type (e.g. shave, punch, excisional biopsy). PC4
3. Distinguishes normal from abnormal histology and recognizes confounding factors (eg.
   artifact). PC4
4. Distinguish between inflammatory and neoplastic diseases. PC4
5. Generates a list of next steps (ancillary testing; has awareness of options available)
   needed to refine differential in the clinical context. PC4
6. Performs interpretation of margins and interpretation of special stains (histochemical and
   immunohistochemical), including whether control tissue stained appropriately. PC4
7. Applies clinical correlation to the interpretation of histopathological findings. PC4
8. Begins to make connections between clinical differential diagnosis and microscopic
   pathologic findings. PC4
9. Understands and applies Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to obtain added clinical
   information. PC4
10. Understands that advanced precision diagnostics and personalized medicine (e.g..
    molecular diagnostic testing) may be applied to patient care for genetic, neoplastic and
    infectious disorders, and population health. PC4
11. Usually interprets and applies histopathologic findings to clinical care accurately. PC4
12. Usually suggests appropriate specialist consultations. PC4
13. Brings clinical/ancillary information to sign-out (e.g.. prior cases). PC4
14. Becomes familiar with synoptic reporting. PC4
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15. Formulates a differential diagnosis of pathologic findings for common diseases. PC7
    Medical Knowledge
    Goal: To acquire knowledge in dermatopathology, demonstrate competence in knowledge of
    topics specified by the American Board of Dermatology and develop expertise in
    clinicopathologic correlation.
    Objectives:
16. Demonstrates knowledge of the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, expected
    course, and management options of common neoplastic and inflammatory conditions
    and is able to distinguishes those that are urgent from non-urgent. MK1
17. Recognizes histologic patterns of inflammatory disease and common neoplastic
    conditions. MK1
18. Occasionally identifies histopathologic findings of common skin disorders correctly
    MK1
19. Uses histopathological terminology to describe microscope findings. MK2

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9. Solicits feedback on performance as a member of the health care team. ICS2
Professionalism
Goal: Develop a commitment to excellence and integrity in dermatopathology and in the
interactions with other health professionals and staff.
Objectives:

1. Treat all patients with respect and dignity, regardless of socio- economic, racial, or ethnic
   background or sexual orientation PROF1
2. Understand the actions and relationships that constitute potential boundary crossings and
   violations, and actively avoid these. PROF1
3. Respond promptly and appropriately to clinical responsibilities (for example, timely reporting
   for duty, completion of medical records, returning patient phone calls, answering pages). PROF2
4. Carry out timely interactions with colleagues, patients, and their designated caregivers.
   PROF2
5. Promptly complete clinical tasks. PROF2
6. Explain the concept of leading by example. PROF1
7. May need assistance with time management and setting priorities, but all patient care
   activities are completed in a timely fashion. PROF2
8. Consistently demonstrate empathy and compassion to patients of all ages. PROF1
9. Demonstrates insight into professional behavior in routine situations. PROF1
10. Takes responsibility for own professionalism lapses. PROF1
11. Analyzes straightforward situations using ethical principles. PROF1
12. Performs tasks and responsibilities in a timely manner with appropriate attention to detail in
    routine situations. PROF2
13. Recognizes situations that may impact own ability to complete tasks and responsibilities in a
    timely manner. PROF2
14. Independently recognizes status of personal and professional well-being. PROF3
15. Independently recognizes limits in one’s own knowledge/skills and seeks help when
    appropriate. PROF3
    Systems Based Practice
    Goal: Competently navigate the health care system using the resources available to provide
    effective yet cost-conscious dermatopathology services.
    Objectives:
16. Maintains access to all needed systems.SBP1
17. Accesses support services appropriately. SBP2