Image Surgical Pathology Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Clinical Divisions Surgical Pathology Our Mission The division of surgical pathology provides a wide range of clinical and consultative services at UK HealthCare. The division aims to provide prompt and timely diagnoses as well as special studies for specific diseases. The expertise of subspecialists in the division and the diversity of surgical specimens also provide an excellent environment for research and training. Consultations and requests for second opinions are welcome. Faculty Shadi Qasem, MDDirector of Surgical Pathology Kim Absher, MD Kristi Adams, MD Derek Allison, MD S. Emily Bachert, MD Thèrése Bocklage, MD Virgilius Cornea, MD Julie Dueber, MD Melissa Kesler, MD Eun Lee, MD Robert McDonald, DO Janna Neltner, MD Sahar Nozad, MD William O'Connor, MD Mary O'Daniel-Pierce, MD Dava Piecoro, MD Protima Rayapati, MD Dana Richards, MD Justin Rueckert, DO Nathan Shelman, MD Molly Tovar, MD Dianne Wilson, MD Image Dr. Emmy Mbagwu consults with Michelle Washington, PA, in the gross room. Staff Shawna Baker, MBA, PA (ASCP) - Associate Director of Anatomic Pathology Monika Ellis, HT (ASCP) - Immunohistochemistry Master Technologist Robyn Gianneschi, PA (ASCP) - Pathologist Assistant Teresa Kaenzig, HT (ASCP) - Histology Supervisor Stephen Kilgore, PA (ASCP) - Pathologist Assistant Michelle Washington, PA (ASCP) - Pathologist Assistant Education The surgical pathology lab hosts the following types of learners on a regular basis: surgical pathology fellowships, pathology residents, and fourth-year medical students. Image Dr. Nathan Shelman presenting a case at an unknown case slide conference. Services Surgical Pathology This service handles more than 30,000 cases each year from routine gastrointestinal and gynecological specimens to complex, multi-organ resections. Histology A newly renovated lab processes and cuts more than 150,000 blocks per year in addition to special stains, muscle biopsies, and other services. Immunohistochemistry Up-to-date immunohistochemical stainers provide a wide selection of immunohistochemical stains, in situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence. Digital Pathology Recently introduced whole-slide imaging technology allows for remote frozen section interpretation, archiving, tumor boards, and educations. Consultation Subspecialty-trained faculty are available to provide consultation services for complex and challenging cases.
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