Anatomic Residency
Program Objectives
The purpose of the residency program in the School of Veterinary Medicine, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences, University of Glasgow is to provide a comprehensive training program in anatomic veterinary pathology. Candidates will be expected to sit board-certification examinations of the ACVP and/or ECVP. Preference is given to applicants with an interest in an academic and/or research career.
Positions Offered
We offer several training programs, subject to funding, that can suit the different needs of candidates:
- 3-year residency program in anatomic pathology
- Combined MRes (1-year) and 3 year residency program in anatomic pathology (4 year commitment)
- Combined PhD and 3 year residency program in anatomic pathology (6-8 year commitment)
The Residency Program
The anatomic pathology department is located within the Veterinary Diagnostic Services Unit in the School of Veterinary Medicine. This unit services internal clinics (small animal, equine, and food animal) of the University campus, external referring veterinarians, and Research Institutes.
The residency program incorporates supervised biopsy and necropsy service duty with off-service weeks to pursue (required) small research projects, publications, and boards study. A wide variety of species are seen through both services, including small animals, horses, food animals, mice and other laboratory animals, as well as exotics and wildlife species. The University of Glasgow also acts as a referral service for immunohistochemistry throughout the United Kingdom, with a broad range of markers. Electron microscopy and confocal laser scanning microscopy are readily available on-site as required. VDS as a whole includes a clinical pathology team, and a large infectious disease diagnostic unit with an international reputation in diagnosis of feline and canine viral diseases.
Residents are supported for boards examination preparation through a variety of rounds, including histopathology seminars, gross pathology rounds, gross pathology quizzes, journal clubs, and other theme rounds, including but not limited to oncopathology, dermatopathology, and neuropathology (in conjunction with clinical staff). There is close interaction with clinical pathology staff.
Residents are provided a generous stipend to attend regional and international conferences and are encouraged to present at these meetings. This stipend can also be used for additional training sessions outside of the University.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree that is registrable with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RVCS) and a strong demonstrated interest in veterinary pathology. Interested applicants should contact Dr. Catherine Lamm (Resident Coordinator) for more information on available positions.
Contact Information
Dr. Catherine Lamm
School of Veterinary Medicine
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
University of Glasgow
Bearsden, Glasgow
G61 1QH, United Kingdom
Catherine.Lamm@glasgow.ac.uk
Staff
Staff members within the Anatomic Pathology Department include:
- Catherine Lamm, DVM, DACVP, MRCVS (Residency Coordinator)
Specialty: Reproductive Pathology and Food Animal Infectious Diseases - Janet Patterson-Kane, BVSc, PhD, DACVP, MRCVS (Director)
Specialty: Equine Pathology, Musculoskeletal Pathology, Tendon Injury and Wound Healing - Pamela Johnston, BVMS, PhD, PGCHE FHEA, MRCVS
Speciality: Neuropathology - Adrian Philbey, BVSc (Hon), PhD, MACVSc (Pathology), MRCVS
Specialty: Wildlife and Viral Diseases