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Prospective Students

Certificate Program in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology

This three-year certificate program provides the required educational background for candidates to take the certification examination of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. The program includes extensive didactic instruciton and training in diagnostic pathology as a foundation for other aspects of the curriculum. A firm foundation in histopathology is provided through the surgical pathology service of the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oncology. In addition to the didactic curriculum, residents are involved in the department's clinical programs in association with the Oral Oncology, Diagnostic Radiology and other College of Dentistry Clinics. Opportunities for patient contact and care are provided.

Research is an important aspect of the program. Project results must design and complete a basic or clinical research project. Project results must be prepared for submission to a refereed journal for publication. Although the major emphasis of this program is oral and maxillofacial pathology, residents with a special interest in oral medicine or maxillofacial radiology have the opportunity to pursue additional training in one of those fields. This flexibility meets individual interest and may enhance the graduate's career opportunities in dental education. Each resident has opportunities to participate in the department's undergraduate teaching program.

Rotations on the general surgical pathology and autopsy services of the Health Science Center Department of Pathology are basic and important aspects of the program. Other elective rotations can be arranged according to individual interests.

Faculty include a mixture of dentists and physicians with a broad spectrum of specialty training and expertise. Each resident is provided with a miscroscope and desk area for individual work and study.

A stipend may be available. No tuition is required.