Pathology 101 For Tissue Image Analysis: Build Your Foundation in Digital Pathology with Confidence

Pathology 101 For Tissue Image Analysis is a beginner-friendly, mindset-shifting course designed to help you build a strong foundation in histopathology without fear or overwhelm. Led by board-certified pathologist Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw, this course guides you through tissue workflows, staining techniques, tumor identification, and essential terminology for collaborating confidently in modern pathology environments. You’ll learn to interpret stained tissue samples, recognize abnormalities, and gain the mindset needed to thrive in digital pathology teams.

What You’ll Learn

✔ How to interpret stained tissue samples using digital analysis tools

✔ Structured workflow: from biopsy to glass slide preparation

✔ Core principles of H&E staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry

✔ Key terminology and effective communication techniques in pathology

✔ How to recognize tumor tissue vs. normal tissue

✔ How to detect and evaluate necrosis

✔ Strategies to overcome fear and imposter syndrome in pathology learning

✔ Practical introduction to computer vision concepts for tissue analysis

Who It’s For

Students, graduates entering pathology, laboratory technicians, researchers, digital pathology collaborators, and anyone eager to demystify histopathology and ask informed questions.

Why Take This Course?

Confidence Over Fear: Structured guidance helps you move beyond intimidation and start enjoying tissue analysis

Essential Skills: Learn the fundamentals of pathology workflows, staining, and terminology

Real-World Relevance: Directly applicable skills for research, lab work, and digital pathology projects

Flexible Learning: Study at your pace and build a strong, lasting foundation in tissue analysis

By the End You’ll…

✔ Understand pathology workflows from tissue collection to slide preparation

✔ Confidently identify basic tissue patterns, stains, and pathological changes

✔ Communicate more effectively with pathologists and lab teams

✔ Approach new pathology challenges with clarity, resilience, and structure

Course Modules Include

How to Lose Fear and Have Fun with Pathology

Pathology Workflow: Journey of a Tissue Sample

Tissue Staining Essentials: Hematoxylin and Eosin, Special Stains, Immunohistochemistry

Tumor Identification: Distinguishing Normal vs. Abnormal Tissue

Necrosis Detection: How to Recognize Tissue Death

Computer Vision in Pathology: Translating Visual Data

Pathology Terminology for Effective Communication

Special Bonus: 10 Best Resources for Designing Tissue Image Analysis Algorithms

Course Completion Certificate Included

“You don’t have to be a pathologist to master pathology. You just need structure, guidance, and the right mindset—this course delivers all three.”

– Aleksandra Zuraw, DVM, Ph.D., Dipl. ACVP

Education & Merch for Curious Pathology Minds