Our cytology laboratory processes more than 50,000 specimens annually.
The Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine - Scott & White Cytopathology Fellowship is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program that offers advanced training in diagnostic clinical cytopathology.
Experience is provided through daily sign-out of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens, as well as training in performance and interpretation of fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies. Exposure to performance of ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration in our FNA clinics is also available.
We accept one fellow per year.
As the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White serves 41 counties through 52 hospitals, more than 1,200 access points, more than 7,100 active physicians, more than 52,000 team members and the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan.
Curriculum
The fellow participates in all aspects of the service and is given progressive responsibilities. Participation in conferences and teaching of pathology residents and cytotechnologists is required. Involvement in clinical research is also encouraged. Diagnostic and research facilities are available in molecular biology, immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry.
Devoted time to specimen preparation, laboratory management and quality issues is provided. Continued exposure to surgical pathology with annual accession of 100,000 cases is through tumor board participation and elective rotation.
The cytology laboratory processes 44,000 GYN Pap tests, 4,800 non-GYN specimens and 4,900 fine-needle aspirations.
How to apply
We use the standardized application for pathology fellowships from the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Residents Forum.
Deadline for applications is December 1.
Application requirements
- Candidates must have completed AP or AP/CP pathology residency in the United States and be certified or eligible in AP or AP/CP
- Applicants must have passed all USMLE Steps before entering the Cytopathology Fellowship Program
- Foreign medical graduates are required to have an ECFMG certificate
Baylor Scott & White Health sponsors only the J1 Visa for those individuals who require a visa in order to be work-authorized.
Eligible applicants should also provide:
- Personal statement
- Curriculum vitae/resume
- Recent photograph
- At least three letters of recommendation
Please send the application and all documents by email with your last name in the name of all document files.
Learn more about Baylor Scott & White's housestaff appointment eligibility, including guidelines for international medical graduates.
Faculty and fellows
Our dedicated faculty, with diverse expertise and a passion for teaching, offers invaluable mentorship and our talented fellows bring enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to patient care. Together, they create a supportive community committed to excellence in medical education and compassionate care.
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare!
Working at Baylor Scott & White Health
Stipend and benefits
In addition to competitive stipends, we offer our residents a full menu of employee benefits. We help offset the cost of many of these benefits; others are options you can choose to pay for yourself.
Well-being resources
This time in your professional career can be extremely challenging. As a Baylor Scott & White graduate medical trainee, there are a variety of resources available to you, ensuring you get the most out of your educational experience.
Life in Temple
Temple uniquely offers a combination of access to big-city conveniences while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.
Contact us
Melba Tischler
Program Administrator
Phone: 254.215.0907
Email: Melba.Tischler@BSWHealth.org
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
2401 S. 31st St.
Temple, TX 76508