Gynecologic Cytopathology Screening 2nd Version

Overview

The Gynecologic Cytopathology Screening Program, accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS), is a Specialized Professional Program (SPP) designed to address the critical need for skilled professionals in the field of gynecologic cytopathology screening. Hosted by the Anatomic Pathology and Histo-Cytotechnology Academy, this 19-weeks course offers a hybrid learning experience combining virtual lectures with practical, hands-on sessions.

Program Highlights:

• Duration: 19 weeks
• Learning Mode: Hybrid
• Accreditation: SCFHS (SPP‐20250004018)

Curriculum Focus: The curriculum is meticulously crafted to cover all essential aspects of gynecologic cytopathology. Participants will delve into the anatomy, embryology, cytomorphology, and pathophysiology of the female genital tract. The course also includes instructions on different cytopreparation techniques, quality assurance, and laboratory safety. It emphasizes practical skills in Pap smear screening using the Bethesda System for reporting cervical cytopathology.

Certification: Upon successful completion of the program and passing the final exams, participants will receive a Certificate of Competency (CoC) added to their SCFHS registration card/certificate, and it will be valid for 3 years (Renewal requires 20 CME hours in the field of gynecologic cytopathology).

Target Audience: This program is designed for laboratory specialists, senior laboratory specialists, pathologists, and pathology residents who aim to specialize or enhance their expertise in gynecologic cytopathology.

Program Eligibility Criteria:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory sciences/technology, or a bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery.
• A valid/current SCFHS registration.

Faculty:

• Dr. Majed Pharaon
  • Consultant head and neck pathologist and Director of the Cytopathology Laboratory at King Abdulaziz Medical City-National Guard, Riyadh
  • Completed residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at West Virginia University, followed by a head and neck pathology fellowship. Then pursued a cytopathology fellowship in Pittsburgh

• Dr. Abeer Salama
  • Consultant pathlogist, consultant pathologist Cytopathology, Gyn/breast and Oncology pathology at King Abdulaziz Medical City-National Guard, Riyadh
  • Completed residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiIcahn, followed by Oncologic Surgical Pathology fellowship and Cytology Pathology Fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. then a fellowship in Women’s Health at NYU Langone Hospital
• Dr. Saleh Najjar
  • Consultant pathologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Completed residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Albany Medical Center, followed by a Breast fellowship at Stanford Uni. Then pursued a cytopathology fellowship at University of Texas.

• Dr. Ahamd Alsulimani, PhD, CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ
  • Assistant Professor, and Head of Pathology Unit, Jazan University
  • Graduated with a PhD from The State University of New York at Buffalo, and a Master degree in Cytopathology from The University of Rhode Island.

• Mr. Abdulelah Attiya, MT , CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ ,CT(IAC)
  • Graduated from School of cytology at The University Health center of Pittsburgh in 1999.
  • Cytology lab. supervisor at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
• Mr. Ahmad Alsayed, MSc, CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ, CT(IAC)
  • Graduated with a master degree in cytopathology from Rhode’s Islands Univeristy.
  • Cytology Supervisor and Quality Officer for AP at Riyadh Regional Laboratory.
• Mr. Rafat Hamoh, CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ | PMI-RMP | CPHQ | CPHMG | LSSBB| CSP | OTT-F | eLXD-F
  • Senior Cytologist, Anatomic Pathology Quality Officer, Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare. Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

• Mr. Abdulbasit Andijany, MSc, CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ, HTL(ASCPi)ᶜᵐ, QLSᶜᵐ, ToT, LSSBB, OTT-F, eLXD-F, eLQA-F
  • Director of the Gynecologic Cytopathology Screening SPP, Chair & CPD manager of the ssch.org.sa Senior Cytologist, KFAFH, Jeddah

Assessment:

9 workshops in each region:

• Riyadh region trainer: Mr. Ahmad Alsayed
• Makkah Region trainer: Mr. Abdulelah Attiyah
  Eastern Region trainer: Mr. Rafat Hamoh

Program Fees:

• Program fee: 12500 SAR, payable to the SSCH Bank's account after acceptance to the program.
• Installment plan: available.
• Refund Policy:
  • Before Program Start Date: A 5% administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds processed before the program start date.
  • After Program Start Date: No refunds will be issued once the program has commenced.

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