Gynecologic Cytopathology Screening

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 Virtual Academy, this 18-week course offers a hybrid learning experience combining virtual lectures with practical, hands-on sessions.

Program Highlights:

• Duration: 18 weeks
• Learning Mode: Hybrid
• Accreditation: SCFHS (SPP-20240003406)

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. Hatim Al Maghrabi
  • Chairman & Consultant Pathologist in The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center- Madinah, Saudi Arabia

• Dr. Majed Pharaon
  • Consultant head and neck pathologist and Director of the Cytopathology Laboratory at King Abdulaziz Medical City-National Guard, Riyadh

• Dr. Ohoud Al Jarbou
  • Consultant in Anatomic Pathology and Dermatopathology & Chair of Quality and Safety committee at King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh, KSA. Assistant Professor of Pathology, College of Medicine, King Saud bin Abdulaziz Univeristy

• Dr. Abrar Alghamdi
  • Consultant pathologist at Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

• Dr. Ahamd Alsulimani, PhD, CT(ASCP)ᶜᵐ
  • Assistant Professor, and Head of Pathology Unit, Jazan University

• 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:

The final practical exam schedule will be determined after enrollment and will take into account the student's geographical location.

Program Fees:

• Program fee: 8000 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.