The Gynecologic Pathology Fellowship program at Mount Sinai is a one-year, ACGME-accredited fellowship offering comprehensive training in diagnostic gynecologic pathology, preparing fellows for excellence in both academic and clinical practice. Through outstanding mentorship, high case volume, and robust research opportunities, we are committed to supporting your development into a confident and highly competent gynecologic pathologist.
The program offers several unique strengths, including:
- High case volume: Our service handles over 10,000 gynecologic biopsy and resection specimens annually, including both in-house and external consultation cases, providing comprehensive training in the diagnosis of both routine and complex gynecologic conditions.
- Fully digital pathology: All cases are digitized into high-quality whole slide images, including H&E and immunohistochemical stains. Our streamlined digital workflow improves efficiency, enhances education, and prepares fellows for the future of AI-integrated pathology practice.
- Rich research and academic opportunities: Our curriculum is designed to balance clinical service with career development. The division maintains strong collaborations with gynecologic oncologists, molecular pathologists, and basic science researchers. Fellows are encouraged to pursue their own research interests and develop independent projects, with dedicated time and funding support provided.
Curriculum
The fellowship is structured to provide a comprehensive and flexible learning experience across diagnostic service, research, and elective opportunities:
GYN Pathology Rotation (6 months): Core training in diagnosis of a wide spectrum of neoplastic and non-neoplastic conditions.
Research (2 months): Dedicated time for conducting clinical and translational research in collaboration with gynecologic oncologists, basic scientists, and other clinical teams.
Frozen Section Rotation (1 month): Focused training in intraoperative consultation, emphasizing gross examination, rapid diagnosis, and communication.
In-House Elective Rotations (2 months): Elective rotations allow fellows to gain additional experience in various subspecialties across the department, including GI, liver, GU, breast, pulmonary, and molecular pathology, aligned with their career goals.
External Elective Rotation (1 month): Fellows may pursue an off-site elective at other gynecologic pathology programs in New York City to broaden their knowledge and further enrich their training experience.
Note: Vacation time may be scheduled during any of the above rotations, based on personal preference.
Fellow Responsibilities
Fellows play an essential role in the day-to-day operations and academic mission of the division. These responsibilities foster leadership, communication, and teaching skills—key components of the fellow’s professional growth. All responsibilities are carried out under appropriate supervision.
Core responsibilities include:
- Clinical service: Fellows are expected to preview in-house and consultation cases, order appropriate immunohistochemical workups, and generate complete diagnostic reports. Over time, they are expected to function at a pre-attending level under supervision.
- Management of workflow and communication with the clinical team: Oversee specimen processing and turnaround times ensure timely diagnostic reporting, while maintaining effective communication with the clinical team.
- Supervision and teaching: Teach and mentor medical students and residents rotating on the service; participate in second-year medical student teaching sessions.
- Lead conferences: Present at weekly multidisciplinary GYN tumor boards and lead biweekly journal clubs and interesting case conferences.
- Quality assurance and improvement: Coordinate division-level quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities, including managing case reviews, consults, and consensus.
Faculty
Yuxin Liu, MD, PhD, PROFESSOR | Pathology, Molecular and Cell Based Medicine, Director, Gynecologic Pathology Service and Fellowship Program
Areas of Expertise and Research Interests: Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and early detection of HPV-associated lower anogenital tract neoplasia.
George K Haines, MD, PROFESSOR | Pathology, Molecular and Cell Based Medicine
Tamara Kalir, MD, PhD, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | Pathology, Molecular and Cell Based Medicine, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | Medical Education, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science
Ippolito Modica, MD, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | Pathology, Molecular and Cell Based Medicine
Victoria Collins, MD, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | Pathology, Molecular and Cell Based Medicine
Collaborator
Stephanie V Blank, MD, PROFESSOR | Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science
Dmitriy Zamarin, MD, PhD, PROFESSOR | Medicine, Hematology and Medical Oncology, PROFESSOR | Immunology & Immunotherapy
Monica Prasad-Hayes, MD, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science
Konstantin Zakashansky, MD, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR | Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science
Michael M Gaisa, MD, PhD, PROFESSOR | Medicine, Infectious Diseases
Keith M Sigel, MD, PhD, PROFESSOR | Medicine, Infectious Diseases
Current and Incoming Fellows
2024-2025 - Shima Rastegar, MD, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
2025-2026 - Vincent Wang MD, PhD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Maria Pimenova, MD, University of Hawaii
2026-2027 - Navitha Woddor MD, George Washington University Hospital
- Himani Kumar, MD, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Application Information
We offer two fellowship positions per year, each for a duration of 12 months. Applicants must have completed three years of training in Anatomic Pathology, or four years in combined Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with level of training.
Applications may be submitted at any time of the year and are reviewed on a rolling basis.
A complete application should include the following:
- Curriculum vitae
- Personal statement
- Copy of medical school diploma
- Copy of medical school transcript
- USMLE transcript
- Three letters of recommendation
- (If applicable) Copy of visa status (J1 or H1) and ECFMG certificate
Send applications to:
Scott Goldfarb
Fellowship Program Coordinator, Department of Pathology
Tel: 212-241-8465
Fax: 646-537-9681
scott.goldfarb@mssm.edu
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Department of Pathology
One Gustave Levy Place, Box 1194
Annenberg Building, 15th floor, room 53
New York, NY 10029
Yuxin Liu, MD, PhD
Gynecologic Pathology Fellowship Program Director
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Department of Pathology
1216 5th Ave, New York, NY 10029
Tel: 212-241-0468
yuxin.liu@mountsinai.org