Programme Strengths
Why CUHK?
Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a forward-looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together the East and the West. CUHK hails excellence in its intellectual pursuits and enviable research reputation. We aim to cultivate higher degree graduates to serve the increasingly sophisticated needs of the society and to make contributions to the pool of human knowledge through the highest quality research.
How Does One Learn Pathology Grossing?
A major part of the programme is on practical handling of real surgical specimens from busy anatomical pathology laboratories at CUHK, PWH, NDH and NTEC. These practical sessions will involve real life cases for patient diagnosis and management. They will be taught by experienced pathologists, SOs and SMTs in anatomical pathology, in small class of less than a few students. Students can follow the molecular and genomic pathology of the tissues they have sampled, using formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded materials commonly used in anatomical pathology, and from grossing to the actual reporting of the specimens impacting clinical management.
The practical sessions will be supplemented by lectures and tutorials led by pathologists, SOs, surgeons, oncologists and gynaecologists from the public and private sectors.
Why CUHK's Advanced Diploma in Pathologists’ Assistant Training?
You want to graduate from a medical school ranked 25th in the word (QS ranking)
You want to have all classes during non-office hours
You want to have supportive teachers so that needy students are identified early and actively helped
You want to be taught by active practitioners of medical laboratory science or pathology in the HA rather than retirees or researchers remote from current health care
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this programme, students will have acquired the ability to:
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of pathology principles, including the understanding of disease processes, diagnostic techniques, and laboratory methodologies.
Perform laboratory operations and procedures related to specimen handling, processing, staining, and microscopy with precision and adherence to safety protocols.
Utilize advanced diagnostic technologies, such as digital pathology and molecular testing, effectively and proficiently.
Demonstrate proficiency in the collection, preparation, and preservation of various types of specimens, including tissue samples, body fluids, and cytological specimens.
Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders, both verbally and in written reports, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and accuracy.
Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating effective teamwork, interpersonal skills, and professional ethics in a healthcare environment.
Apply principles of quality control and assurance in the laboratory setting to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Adapt to technological advancements and industry changes by embracing lifelong learning and professional development opportunities.
Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical and legal responsibilities associated with the practice of pathology, including patient confidentiality, privacy, and informed consent.