Fellowship in Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology (FGIL Path)

Program Objectives

• To increase knowledge and experience in neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases that primarily or secondarily affect the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas and liver in both adult and paediatric patients.
• To strengthen diagnostic skills in gastrointestinal and liver pathology by interpreting histological findings in the light of clinical presentation and laboratory data and with the full awareness of the potential clinical impact of the diagnosis and differentials.
• To independently evaluate intraoperative consultations.
• To gain exposure in transplant pathology.
• To understand the utility of ancillary techniques including molecular studies for diagnostic and theranostic purposes in the field of gastrointestinal and liver pathology.
• To gain experience in FNA cytology of liver and pancreas.
• To develop an appreciation of the multidisciplinary team approach to the treatment of patients with these diseases.
• To enhance teaching abilities through interaction with pathology trainees, students and clinicians.
• To gain experience in research techniques, write up research protocols and utilize these techniques to complete research projects.