Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours Specialization in Pathology

About this programme

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, Western University London, Ontario Dental Sciences Building, Rm. 4044 palm.undergrad.bmsc@uwo.ca t. 519.661.2030 Pathology is the scientific study of disease and involves genetic, molecular, cellular, and organ level investigation of disease processes. Scientific research is the cornerstone of pathology, because understanding disease contributes to the development of diagnostic tests and better treatments. These modules introduce students to basic principles within pathology and the effects of a variety of chemicals, drugs and toxins on living organisms. To develop an understanding of the normal body before looking at abnormal and disease conditions, foundational courses in biology, biochemistry, anatomy and histology, and physiology and pharmacology are taken prior to delving into the areas of pathology. An introductory course in pathology (Pathology 3500) covers basic disease processes including inflammation, injury, immunity, infection, neoplasia, and their appearance in specific organ systems such as the heart, lungs and brain. Senior-level courses examine more advanced concepts in both clinical and experimental pathology. An introduction to human pathology - the study of disease. Students will be introduced to general mechanisms of disease (e.g. inflammation, injury, neoplasia, disturbed hemodynamics). These general processes will be described and applied to specific diseases of organ systems. Antirequisite(s): Nursing 2440A/B, the former Pathology 2420A. Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 22