University of Minnesota Program

The Laboratory Medicine and Pathology residency training program at the University of Minnesota Medical School offers a distinctive four-year combined anatomic and clinical, as well as three-year anatomic or clinical pathology-only, residency training program. They provide structural flexibility to customize training plans for community, academic, and research careers.

Application Requirements:

• Graduates from LCME-accredited U.S. or Canadian medical schools, AOA-accredited U.S. osteopathic medical schools, or ECFMG-certified medical schools outside the U.S. and Canada are eligible.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must not have 3 or more USMLE/COMLEX failures.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Prefer J-1 visa applicants.
• No discrimination based on various factors.

Training Sites:

• Abbott Northwestern Hospital
• Hennepin County Medical Center
• M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center
• Veterans' Affairs Medical Center

Rotations:

• Four-year combined and three-year anatomic or clinical pathology-only program.
• Completion of core anatomic and/or clinical pathology rotations.
• Autopsies and a formal Departmental Grand Rounds are required.
• Research participation encouraged.

Goals & Objectives:

• Anatomic Pathology rotations at various sites.
• Clinical Pathology rotations focusing on various disciplines.
• Elective rotations to enhance learning.

Post-Residency Program Fellowship Positions:

• List of fellowship positions where residents have gone after completing the program.

Research Experience:

• Emphasis on impactful research experience during training.
• Opportunities for residents to engage in mentored research projects.
• Small research grants available.

Observerships:

• Currently not accepting applications for observerships.

This program aims to provide residents with a well-rounded training experience in laboratory medicine and pathology to prepare them for successful careers in private practice or academic settings.