Hematopathology Fellowship
Hematopathology Fellowship
ACGME-Accredited – One-Year Program
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson / Banner University Medical Center – Tucson (BUMC-T)
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson, in partnership with Banner University Medical Center – Tucson (BUMC-T), offers a one-year, ACGME-accredited Fellowship in Hematopathology, beginning July 1st annually.
This academically focused fellowship provides comprehensive training in diagnostic hematopathology. The program supports a robust array of clinical services, including adult and pediatric hematology/oncology (with active bone marrow transplant services), the regional Hemophilia Center, and solid organ transplant programs. The fellowship is part of a long-standing tradition of excellence in hematopathology and is recognized as a regional referral center for the Southwest. The program also collaborates actively with the Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG).
Training Overview
Fellows gain expertise in diagnosing benign and malignant hematologic disorders in both adult and pediatric populations. Specimen types include peripheral blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, body fluids, and various tissue biopsies involving hematologic processes.
The fellowship provides hands-on experience with a wide range of diagnostic modalities:
- Flow cytometry
- Immunohistochemistry
- Cytogenetics (FISH and karyotyping)
- Molecular diagnostics, including next-generation sequencing and microarray technologies
- Automated hematology and special coagulation
- Complex coagulation testing, with generation of narrative interpretations
- Fellows also gain exposure to laboratory administration and medical leadership, with progressive responsibilities over the year to foster independence and clinical judgment.
Academic and Teaching Responsibilities
The fellow is a key member of the hematopathology team, serving as a bridge between clinical and laboratory medicine. Responsibilities include the supervision and education of pathology residents and medical students, as well as participation in interdisciplinary conferences and case discussions.
Research and Scholarly Activity
Fellows are encouraged to participate in research or scholarly projects, with opportunities for presentation at national meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Location and Benefits
The University of Arizona/Banner University Medical Center – Tucson offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The region's vibrant cultural scene, diverse outdoor recreation, and sunny desert climate make Tucson an appealing place to live and train.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer.
Accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Requirements: All required clinical education for entry into ACGME-accredited fellowship programs must be completed in an ACGME-accredited residency program, an AOA-approved residency program, a program with ACGME International (ACGME-I) Advanced Specialty Accreditation, or a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)-accredited or College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)-accredited residency program located in Canada.
The University sponsors J-1 visas only.
Submit a University of Arizona application
gme_fellowship_application.pdf
Email application materials to:
fellowship@pathology.arizona.edu
or mail to:
Candace Reveles, MD
Director, Hematopathology Fellowship Program
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
P.O. Box 245108
1501 N. Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85724-5059
Forensic Pathology Fellowship
Forensic Pathology Fellowship
ACGME-Accredited – One-Year Program
Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner (PCOME) – Tucson, Arizona
The Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner (PCOME) in Tucson, Arizona, offers a one-year ACGME-accredited fellowship in Forensic Pathology. The program is designed to prepare fellows for successful completion of board certification requirements and a career in forensic pathology.
Training Environment
The PCOME is accredited by the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) and serves as the primary training site. Additional training experiences are provided through partnerships with the Tucson Police Department Crime Lab and a forensic toxicology rotation at NMS Labs.
The PCOME investigates over 4,500 cases annually, including approximately 100 homicides. Fellows will personally perform 200–250 autopsies under the direct supervision of one of eight board-certified forensic pathologists. Training also includes accompanying medicolegal death investigators to scenes to gain experience in scene investigation.
Specialized Experience
Located near the U.S.–Mexico border, the PCOME is internationally recognized for its expertise in the identification and examination of unidentified and skeletal human remains, particularly migrant decedents. In-house forensic anthropologists provide hands-on training in skeletal analysis and identification techniques.
Courtroom Experience
Fellows begin with observation of expert courtroom testimony by staff forensic pathologists. As the year progresses, fellows will have opportunities to provide testimony in cases they have personally handled.
Scholarly Activity
Fellows are encouraged to engage in a scholarly project during the year, with the goal of presenting at a national meeting and/or publishing in a peer-reviewed journal.
Requirements: Board eligible/certified in AP or AP/CP
Stipend: Commensurate with the level of postgraduate training
Currently accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year. Please apply through ERAs
The University sponsors J-1 visas only.
Contact:
fellowship@pathology.arizona.edu
Kevin Lougee, DO
Director, Forensic Pathology Fellowship Program
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
P.O. Box 245108
1501 N. Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85724-5059
GI, Liver & Pancreaticobiliary Pathology Fellowship
GI, Hepatobiliary, and Pancreatic Pathology Fellowship
ACGME-Accredited – One-Year Program
The Department of Pathology offers a one-year ACGME-accredited fellowship in gastrointestinal (GI), hepatobiliary, and pancreatic pathology. This comprehensive training program is designed to provide in-depth experience in the interpretation of endoscopic biopsies, liver and pancreatobiliary biopsies, and complex surgical resection specimens, including transplant cases.
The department handles a high volume of specimens annually, including:
- ~8,800 GI biopsies
- ~800 GI, liver, and pancreas resection specimens
- ~320 liver biopsies
- ~250 fine needle aspirations (FNAs) from the GI tract, pancreas, and liver
These cases encompass both adult and pediatric populations, offering the fellow a broad and diverse exposure.
Fellow education is enriched by a strong interdisciplinary approach involving close collaboration with gastroenterology, radiology, surgery, oncology, and radiation oncology.
Fellow Responsibilities:
- Review of pathology slides and preparation of selected reports
- Presentation at interdepartmental conferences
- Teaching and supervision of pathology residents
- Participation in elective rotations tailored to individual interests
Scholarly Activity:
Fellows are encouraged to undertake a research or quality improvement project during the year, with the goal of presenting their findings at a national meeting and/or publishing in a peer-reviewed journal.
Requirements: All required clinical education for entry into ACGME-accredited fellowship programs must be completed in an ACGME-accredited residency program, an AOA-approved residency program, a program with ACGME International (ACGME-I) Advanced Specialty Accreditation, or a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)-accredited or College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)-accredited residency program located in Canada.
Stipend: Commensurate with the level of postgraduate training
Fellowship position for 2026-2027 open
Currently accepting applications for the 2027-2028 academic year.
The University sponsors J-1 visas only.
Applications: Submit a University of Arizona application gme_fellowship_application.pdf
Email application materials to:
fellowship@pathology.arizona.edu
or mail to:
Belinda Sun, MD
Director, GI Pathology Fellowship Program
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
P.O. Box 245108
1501 N. Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85724-5059