HISTOPATHOLOGY: TRAINEE DEVELOPMENT DAY
Date and time
Location
Semiramis InterContinental Hotel Cairo
Cairo, Cairo, Egypt 11511 EgyptDescription
Organised in partnership with the Egyptian Committee for Pathology Training (ECPT), this one-day introductory course aims to provide attendees with an important overview of the following:
- Specimen handling and reporting for tissue pathways and cancer datasets.
- Histopathology training, assessment and examination systems
Key topics that will be covered by the course include:
- Structure and operation of the FRCPath Part I examination in Histopathology
- Importance of understanding the FRCPath exam regulations
- Preparing for the FRCPath Part I examination
- Overcoming common mistakes made by exam candidates
- Recommended reading, access to past exam questions & learning resources
- Post FRCPath Part I: next steps
Course speakers include:
- Dr David Bailey, Vice President for Communications, Royal College of Pathologists
- Dr Maadh Aldouri, Director of International Affairs, Royal College of Pathologists
- Dr Mona El-Bahrawy, Consultant Histopathologist, Imperial College London
- Dr Andrew Day, Director of Examinations, Royal College of Pathologists
- Professor Philip Cachia, Director of Training & Assessment, Royal College of Pathologists
Course attendance fees:
The fee for attending this course is USD 40.00 / EGP 305.00
Certification:
Course attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance from the Royal College of Pathologists
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Pathology is the hidden science at the heart of modern medicine, vital for the diagnosis and clinical management of disease. It is the science behind the cure, or the hidden science that saves lives.The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPATH) is a professional membership organisation committed to setting and maintaining professional standards and to promoting excellence in the practice of pathology. The College aims to advance the science and practice of pathology, to provide public education, to promote research in pathology and to disseminate the results.The International Department of RCPATH was established in 2011 to develop, coordinate and manage the international activities and affairs of the College. Approximately 2,000 (20%) of the College’s members work outside of the UK and the department's key responsibilities include:• Developing and implementing strategies to engage the College’s UK and international members on global health issues;• Raising the profile and influence of the College internationally;• Coordinating the efforts of College members and other professionals in pathology in the UK who wish to collaborate with colleagues overseas to create sustainable development;• Establishing international development and exchange programmes between the UK and overseas;• Fostering international strategic partnerships, collaborations and alliances; and• Promoting and exporting the College’s services and expertise.