Assistant Professor, Pathology & Immunology

Titles

Associate Director, Anatomical Pathology Residency Program

Education

DO – A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

MS – A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

BS – Weber State University

Boards

College of American Pathologists – Diplomat

Clinical Interests

I specialize in breast pathology with a focus on spindle cell lesions, prognostic markers across breast carcinoma subtypes, and the evaluation of lobular neoplasia and papillary lesions. My practice also includes general bone and soft tissue pathology, integrating morphologic, immunohistochemical, and molecular approaches to support accurate diagnosis and patient care.

Research Interests

My research focuses on the characterization of stromal components in both carcinomas and sarcomas, with an emphasis on their prognostic and predictive significance. I am also interested in expanding diagnostic capabilities through the application of polychromatic and uncommon histochemical stains. In addition, my work explores uncommon molecular alterations in high‑grade tumors, contributing to a deeper understanding of tumor biology and potential therapeutic targets. A parallel focus is the integration of digital pathology and artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostic precision, streamline workflows, and bridge morphologic, molecular, and computational approaches in translational pathology.

Open Researcher and Contributor ID


Selected Publications

Alexiev BA, Vormittag-Nocito ER, Lorch J, Yeldandi A, Buttars PR, Jennings LJ. Uncommon molecular alterations in follicular-derived thyroid carcinoma: A single institution study. Pathol Res Pract. 2024 Jun;258:155355. doi: 10.1016/j.prp.2024.155355. Epub 2024 May 17. PMID: 38763089.

Ardor, Gokce Deniz, et al. “113 A Comparison Between HER2 Amplification by Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH), Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and Correlation with ERBB2 Mutations.” Laboratory Investigation 105.3 (2025).


Assistant

Administrative Assistant II