Genitourinary Pathology
A Subspecialty Of Anatomic Pathology
About Genitourinary Pathology
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology Service evaluates disorders of the urinary tract and male reproductive organs including the bladder, kidney, prostate gland, testis, and penis, with an emphasis on malignancies in these sites.
Our Services
Submit a Specimen
Our Faculty
Ancillary Testing
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology Service offers expert diagnosis for wet tissue and consult cases in neoplastic kidney diseases as well as diseases of the prostate, bladder, ureter, urethra, testis, and penis. We provide a full range of diagnostic services, including interpretation of biopsies and comprehensive evaluations of surgical resections with an aim toward providing information regarding possible additional therapy and overall prognosis.
Our faculty has an in-depth understanding of the clinical management of diseases of the urinary and male genital tracts and emphasizes clinical pathologic correlations when providing consultations.
Our genitourinary team has specific expertise in the following areas:
- Kidney neoplasms
- Urinary bladder pathology
- Prostate pathology
- Testicular pathology
- Penile pathology
Consultative Opinions & Case Reviews
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology program offers consultative opinions on challenging cases submitted from outside of the Stanford network. These consultations can be utilized to offer expert opinion, answer specific questions or confirm diagnosis. This service includes assignment of a specialty pathology fellow to each case for individualized service.
Primary Pathology Diagnosis
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology Service performs gross and microscopic examination and reporting of wet tissue cases.
All specimens and additional paperwork must be labeled with:
- A minimum of 2 patient identifiers (first and last name, date of birth, medical record number, pathology case ID)
- Specimen type and anatomic site
Consult Cases
To submit slides for case review, the following materials are required:
- Fully completed Stanford Anatomic Pathology requisition form, including the requesting provider’s full name and NPI.
- Pathology report (final or preliminary).
- Glass slides and/or FFPE block.
- Ancillary testing results or materials.
- Patient demographics (name, DOB, address, phone), so Epic Care Everywhere can be activated, if applicable.
For cases with paraffin-embedded tissue, providing unstained slides or the paraffin block will expedite the work-up for ancillary studies.
Consults should be shipped or delivered via courier to:
Stanford Anatomic Pathology
Attn: Genitourinary Pathology
300 Pasteur Drive, Room H2110
Stanford, CA 94305
Phone: 650-723-7211
Fresh/Fixed Tissue Specimens
To submit fresh/fixed tissue for processing and review, the following materials are required:
- Fully completed Stanford Anatomic Pathology requisition form, including the requesting provider’s full name and NPI.
- Patient demographics (name, DOB, address, phone), so Epic Care Everywhere can be activated, if applicable.
- Submit specimen in proper transport media and seal container closed. See Test Directory for specimen collection instructions and stability information.
Fresh/Fixed specimens should be shipped or delivered via courier to:
Stanford Anatomic Pathology
Attn: Genitourinary Pathology
3375 Hillview Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-723-7211
New Client Inquiries
To arrange to be set up as a new client, please contact:
ClinOpsContracts@stanfordhealthcare.org.
Shipping Guidelines
Package all materials securely according to the guidelines below and send via a padded envelope.
Glass slides: Package slides securely in plastic containers with bubble wrap to prevent glass breakage or damage in transit. Do not transport slides in cardboard folders. Stanford is not responsible for any glass slide damage in transport to our labs.
Paraffin blocks: Include ice packs to prevent wax melting. Stanford is not responsible for any tissue damage caused by extreme weather in transport to our labs.
Fresh/Fixed tissue: Seal specimen container closed. Place in biohazard bag and seal it closed. Ship specimen at appropriate temperature.
See Test Directory for specimen collection instructions and stability information.
SAMPLE SUBMISSION LOGISTICS
For more information on submitting cases, see the links below:
All Requisitions
Download Stanford Requisitions for specimen submission.
Account Set-up
Information on personalized requisitions, supplies, shipping and courier pick-up.
Pricing Inquiries
Pricing inquiries and contract information.
Billing
Billing policies, information and questions.
Results Web Portal
Request access or log-in to our client results portal.
Specimen Collection and Handling
Specifications for Specimen Collection and Handling.
Consult Service FAQ's
Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Emily Chan, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Associate Professor of Pathology
- Director, Genitourinary Service
- Director, Genitourinary Fellowship Program
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: chemily@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Emily Chan:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/Emilychan
Christian Kunder, MD, PhD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Molecular Pathology
- Soft Tissue & Bone Pathology
CONTACT
Phone: (650) 721-8536
More information about Christian Kunder:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/christian-kunder
Alarice Lowe, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Associate Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Cytopathology
- Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: aclowe@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Alarice Lowe:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/alarice-lowe
Ankur Sangoi, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: asangoi@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Ankur Sangoi:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/ankur-sangoi
Pauline Shih, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Instructor of Pathology SHC Tri-Valley
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Head & Neck Pathology
CONTACT
Emai: pashih@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-7211
More information about Pauline Shih:
https://profiles.stanford.edu/intranet/pauline-shih
Megan Troxell, MD, PhD
APPOINTMENTS
- Professor of Pathology
- Medical Director, EM Lab
- Co-Director, Surgical Pathology
- Co-Director, IHC Lab
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Breast Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Renal Pathology
- Transplant Pathology
CONTACT
Phone: (650) 723-1410
More information about Megan Troxell:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/megan-troxell
Ancillary Testing
Our Genitourinary Pathology Service relies on a suite of ancillary testing offerings to support our expert diagnosis. Learn more about these offerings.
Immunohistochemistry
Molecular Pathology
We perform molecular studies when needed for diagnosis. Highlights include TFE3, ALK, and 12p.
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology Service offers expert diagnosis for wet tissue and consult cases in neoplastic kidney diseases as well as diseases of the prostate, bladder, ureter, urethra, testis, and penis. We provide a full range of diagnostic services, including interpretation of biopsies and comprehensive evaluations of surgical resections with an aim toward providing information regarding possible additional therapy and overall prognosis.
Our faculty has an in-depth understanding of the clinical management of diseases of the urinary and male genital tracts and emphasizes clinical pathologic correlations when providing consultations.
Our genitourinary team has specific expertise in the following areas:
- Kidney neoplasms
- Urinary bladder pathology
- Prostate pathology
- Testicular pathology
- Penile pathology
Consultative Opinions & Case Reviews
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology program offers consultative opinions on challenging cases submitted from outside of the Stanford network. These consultations can be utilized to offer expert opinion, answer specific questions or confirm diagnosis. This service includes assignment of a specialty pathology fellow to each case for individualized service.
Primary Pathology Diagnosis
Stanford’s Genitourinary Pathology Service performs gross and microscopic examination and reporting of wet tissue cases.
close Our Services
All specimens and additional paperwork must be labeled with:
- A minimum of 2 patient identifiers (first and last name, date of birth, medical record number, pathology case ID)
- Specimen type and anatomic site
Consult Cases
To submit slides for case review, the following materials are required:
- Fully completed Stanford Anatomic Pathology requisition form, including the requesting provider’s full name and NPI.
- Pathology report (final or preliminary).
- Glass slides and/or FFPE block.
- Ancillary testing results or materials.
- Patient demographics (name, DOB, address, phone), so Epic Care Everywhere can be activated, if applicable.
For cases with paraffin-embedded tissue, providing unstained slides or the paraffin block will expedite the work-up for ancillary studies.
Consults should be shipped or delivered via courier to:
Stanford Anatomic Pathology
Attn: Genitourinary Pathology
300 Pasteur Drive, Room H2110
Stanford, CA 94305
Phone: 650-723-7211
Fresh/Fixed Tissue Specimens
To submit fresh/fixed tissue for processing and review, the following materials are required:
- Fully completed Stanford Anatomic Pathology requisition form, including the requesting provider’s full name and NPI.
- Patient demographics (name, DOB, address, phone), so Epic Care Everywhere can be activated, if applicable.
- Submit specimen in proper transport media and seal container closed. See Test Directory for specimen collection instructions and stability information.
Fresh/Fixed specimens should be shipped or delivered via courier to:
Stanford Anatomic Pathology
Attn: Genitourinary Pathology
3375 Hillview Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-723-7211
New Client Inquiries
To arrange to be set up as a new client, please contact:
ClinOpsContracts@stanfordhealthcare.org.
Shipping Guidelines
Package all materials securely according to the guidelines below and send via a padded envelope.
Glass slides: Package slides securely in plastic containers with bubble wrap to prevent glass breakage or damage in transit. Do not transport slides in cardboard folders. Stanford is not responsible for any glass slide damage in transport to our labs.
Paraffin blocks: Include ice packs to prevent wax melting. Stanford is not responsible for any tissue damage caused by extreme weather in transport to our labs.
Fresh/Fixed tissue: Seal specimen container closed. Place in biohazard bag and seal it closed. Ship specimen at appropriate temperature.
See Test Directory for specimen collection instructions and stability information.
SAMPLE SUBMISSION LOGISTICS
For more information on submitting cases, see the links below:
All Requisitions
Download Stanford Requisitions for specimen submission.
Account Set-up
Information on personalized requisitions, supplies, shipping and courier pick-up.
Pricing Inquiries
Pricing inquiries and contract information.
Billing
Billing policies, information and questions.
Results Web Portal
Request access or log-in to our client results portal.
Specimen Collection and Handling
Specifications for Specimen Collection and Handling.
Consult Service FAQ's
Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
close Submit a Specimen
Emily Chan, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Associate Professor of Pathology
- Director, Genitourinary Service
- Director, Genitourinary Fellowship Program
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: chemily@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Emily Chan:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/Emilychan
Christian Kunder, MD, PhD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Molecular Pathology
- Soft Tissue & Bone Pathology
CONTACT
Phone: (650) 721-8536
More information about Christian Kunder:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/christian-kunder
Alarice Lowe, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Associate Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Cytopathology
- Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: aclowe@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Alarice Lowe:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/alarice-lowe
Ankur Sangoi, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Professor of Pathology
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
CONTACT
Email: asangoi@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-6111
More information about Ankur Sangoi:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/ankur-sangoi
Pauline Shih, MD
APPOINTMENTS
- Clinical Instructor of Pathology SHC Tri-Valley
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Head & Neck Pathology
CONTACT
Emai: pashih@stanford.edu
Phone: (650) 723-7211
More information about Pauline Shih:
https://profiles.stanford.edu/intranet/pauline-shih
Megan Troxell, MD, PhD
APPOINTMENTS
- Professor of Pathology
- Medical Director, EM Lab
- Co-Director, Surgical Pathology
- Co-Director, IHC Lab
PRACTICE AREAS
- Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
- Breast Pathology
- Genitourinary Pathology
- Renal Pathology
- Transplant Pathology
CONTACT
Phone: (650) 723-1410
More information about Megan Troxell:
https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/megan-troxell
close Our Faculty
Ancillary Testing
Our Genitourinary Pathology Service relies on a suite of ancillary testing offerings to support our expert diagnosis. Learn more about these offerings.
Immunohistochemistry
Molecular Pathology
We perform molecular studies when needed for diagnosis. Highlights include TFE3, ALK, and 12p.
close Ancillary Testing
Residencies and Fellowships
Anatomic Pathology Residency Programs
Stanford Pathology offers a 3-year Anatomic Pathology residency and 4 year combination residencies in Anatomic Pathology/Clinical Pathology and Anatomic Pathology/Neuropathology.
Genitourinary Pathology Fellowships
Stanford offers an ACGME-accredited Fellowship in Genitourinary Pathology.