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Advanced Study in Neuropathology
NN 503M.3

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Description

The course consists of participation in ongoing examinations of surgical and autopsy neuropathology specimens, attendance at teaching conferences and case discussions and individual study of the pathologic-anatomical aspects of diseases of the human nervous system, from current cases and rich historical archives. The diagnostic neuropathology service of MGH includes a large volume of neoplasms (mostly primary brain tumors), nerve and muscle diseases, neurologic diseases and neurodegenerative disorders. Students are active participants in all aspects of the clinical service. Particular exposure to molecular neurooncology or neurodegenerative diseases may be arranged.  Please contact Dr. Matthew Frosch, MFROSCH@mgh.harvard.edu, for approval to enroll and opportunity to shape the experience to align with your interests. 

School Harvard Medical School
Credits 4
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Course Component Advanced Elective
Instruction Mode In Person
Subject Neurology
Grading Basis HMS Clinical Grading
Course Requirements Open only to HMS MD students
Curriculum Phase Post-PCE
Visiting Clerks Open to Domestic Visiting Students
Course Type Advanced Clinical Electives