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Professor Dr. Mark Kilgore

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mark Kilgore, MD, is an Associate Professor and Director of the Breast Pathology Service at UW Medicine's Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology. He specializes in the study of pre-invasive neoplastic diseases of the female reproductive tract, focusing on conditions such as ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS). His research delves into novel immunohistochemical and molecular profiles to improve understanding of prognosis and the predictive values of various markers. Additionally, he has been involved in developing patient-centered pathology reporting to enhance diagnosis and inform patient outcomes.

Research Interests

Breast Cancer Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Lobular Carcinoma In Situ Serous Carcinoma Ovary Fallopian Tube Fallopian Tube Intraepithelial Neoplasia Lynch Syndrome BRCA1/2 Hereditary Cancer Syndromes Pathology Resident Education Patient-Centered Pathology Reporting

Experience

Director, Gross Frozen Room Laboratories

2021-01-01 — Present

UW Medical Center • Seattle, WA

Overseeing operations in the Gross Frozen Room Laboratories, ensuring quality and efficiency in pathology services.

Director, DLMP Residency Program

2021-01-01 — Present

UW Medical Center • Seattle, WA

Leading the Residency Program for the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology to enhance training and education.

Director, Breast Pathology Service

2017-01-01 — Present

UW Medical Center • Seattle, WA

Directing services and research related to breast pathology.

Associate Director, DLMP Residency Program

2016-01-01 — 2021-01-01

UW Medical Center • Seattle, WA

Assisting in the administration of the residency program.

Acting Assistant Professor

2015-01-01 — 2018-01-01

UW Medical Center • Seattle, WA

Teaching and conducting research within the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university

Application Checklist

  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)

Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.