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Department of Pathology Mini-Immersion Workshop: An Intervention Designed to Address the Experiential Gap of Medical Students to the Field of Pathology

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: and printed with multi-materials via Bambu-Lab-X1C 3D-Printers to replicate anatomical and pathological structures.The OER was piloted in integrated teaching activities within Women's Health courses.Feedback from students and educators was collected to refine its adaptability.Future research will employ pre/post surveys and quantitative analysis to objectively evaluate its impact on learning outcomes in 2025 course iterations.Results: Preliminary feedback revealed that the 3D-printed models enhanced student engagement, improved conceptual understanding of complex pathology, and fostered interactive learning.Educators highlighted the resource's versatility in medical education, residency training, and undergraduate STEM courses.Its modular design supports customized content delivery, reduces dependence on costly textbooks, and increases accessibility.The project provides scholarly collaboration opportunities for faculty and students.Conclusions: This OER exemplifies an innovative integration of pathology with other sciences, leveraging 3D printing technology to deepen understanding and engagement.Its scalable, multidisciplinary framework serves as a model for enhancing pathology education and could be extended to other organ systems, transforming teaching across diverse learning environments.

Source: Academic Pathology

DOI: 10.1016/j.acpath.2025.100193