This page shares my articles on pathology, study resources and other topics I think are helpful for pathologists’ assistants.
You’ll find articles talking about what a pathologists’ assistant does, explanations of specific pathology topics and other books/articles I’ve found helpful in my learning journey as a PA.
Ready to dive in? Take a look below to browse through what I’ve written so far.
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How the SEE-FIM Protocol Improves Diagnostic Accuracy
Early gynecologic cancers, especially high-grade serous carcinoma, can be very difficult to detect. These cancers may be extremely small and…
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What Is a Radial Margin in Colon Cancer?
When grossing bowel specimens, one of the most important margins is the radial margin. Understanding this margin is crucial for…
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How to Describe Gross Pathology Specimens
Becoming the eyes of the pathologist in surgical pathology Why a Gross Description Matters As a pathologists’ assistant, your gross…
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Pathologists’ Assistant Scholarship for Canadian Students
Paying for a PA program in Canada can be challenging as student loans don’t typically provide enough to cover the…
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MI Morphology Over Time – A Simple Guide for Exams
One of the testable areas in cardiac pathology is the time course of myocardial infarction morphology. Students can be expected…
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Which Wall Is Affected? LCx vs LAD vs RCA Occlusions
When a coronary artery is occluded, the specific region of the heart that loses blood supply determines both symptoms and…
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Right vs Left Coronary Dominance Explained
Coronary dominance refers to which artery gives rise to the Posterior Descending Artery (PDA). This dominance determines which vessel supplies…
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Understanding Coronary Artery Supply for PA Students
The coronary arteries supply oxygenated blood to the myocardium. Understanding their branching patterns and territories is essential for PA students…
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Pathologists’ Assistant vs Cytotechnologist vs Histotechnologist: Key Differences
I recently heard from a student who had come across the professions of cytotechnologist, histotechnologist, and pathologists’ assistant but wasn’t…
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Pathologists’ Assistant vs Physician Assistant: What’s the Difference?
When someone says they’re a “PA,” it can mean two very different things. To most people, PA stands for physician…