2023 A Practical Approach to Surgical Pathology – Volume IX
This CME activity was designed to provide a comprehensive review of some of the more common topics which are encountered by practicing surgical pathologists, including gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, genitourinary, gynecologic, breast, and soft tissue pathology. The activity also provides an update and comprehensive overview of some of the most important diagnostic features which allow pathologists to make accurate diagnoses, as well as essential clues as to how to avoid the most common diagnostic pitfalls. The use of ancillary diagnostic techniques including both immunohistochemistry and molecular diagnostics, which assist the pathologist in rendering a final diagnosis is discussed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this CME teaching activity, you should be able to:
- Discuss the most common diagnostic pitfalls in a diagnosis of well-differentiated lipomatous tumors
- Discuss the most common diagnostic entities in the differential diagnosis of myxoid, spindle cell, pleomorphic and round cell tumors
- Understand how to integrate clinical history, laboratory data, and imaging findings to come to a uniform diagnosis when presented with an unexpected histologic feature in a liver biopsy
- Recognize the liver tumors that can closely resemble hepatocellular carcinoma and the proper immunostain panel to identify that
- Identify the histologic features that allow for the diagnosis of Wilson disease, hereditary hemochromatosis, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
- Summarize the morphologic and molecular features of special histologic subtypes of triple negative breast cancer and management implications
- Review recent updates on biomarker testing in breast cancer
- Discuss diagnostic challenges in breast core needle biopsies and how to resolve these issues on difficult cases
- Describe the various histologic patterns of colitis and their differential diagnoses
- Recognize the key factors that predict prognosis and guide therapeutic decision making in colorectal cancer
- Classify appendiceal tumors according to updated criteria to guide subsequent therapy and predict prognosis
- To highlight common controversial topics in prostate pathology with a focus on grading and reporting parameters
- To review diagnostic challenges encountered in common bladder specimens
- To emphasize a practical approach to common diagnostic challenges in kidney tumors
- Discuss the most useful histologic and immunohistochemical findings in diagnosing serious neoplasms of the uterus and ovary, including a focus on HER2 testing
- Discuss some of the most common entities in cervical pathology seen in post-menopausal patients
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Release Date 08/15/2023
Surgical pathology is a critical component of accurately diagnosing and managing various medical conditions. For practicing surgical pathologists, it is essential to stay updated on the latest advancements and common diagnostic challenges encountered in the field.
If you are looking for a comprehensive review of important topics in surgical pathology, including gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, genitourinary, gynecologic, breast, and soft tissue pathology, then this Continuing Medical Education (CME) activity is for you. This activity covers a range of topics and provides insights into the most important diagnostic features, potential pitfalls, and the use of ancillary diagnostic techniques.
Why Choose This CME Activity?
This CME activity is designed to meet the educational needs of surgical pathologists who want to enhance their diagnostic skills and provide accurate diagnoses to their patients. By participating in this activity, you will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the most common diagnostic pitfalls in various tumors and disease conditions.
- Learn how to integrate clinical history, laboratory data, and imaging findings to arrive at an accurate diagnosis.
- Identify the histologic features that allow for the diagnosis of specific diseases, such as Wilson disease, hereditary hemochromatosis, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.
- Stay updated on the latest biomarker testing and diagnostic criteria in breast cancer and colorectal cancer.
- Develop a practical approach to the diagnosis of bladder, kidney, and soft tissue tumors.
- Understand the diagnostic challenges in cervical pathology and post-menopausal patients.
By the end of this CME teaching activity, you will feel more confident in your diagnostic skills and be able to provide improved patient care.
Expert Faculty
This CME activity features expert faculty members who are well-respected in the field of surgical pathology. The faculty includes:
- John R. Goldblum, M.D.
- Natalie Banet, M.D.
- John Hart, M.D.
- Rish K. Pai, M.D., Ph.D.
- Hannah Yong Wen, M.D., Ph.D.
- Jane Nguyen, M.D., Ph.D.
These faculty members bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to this CME activity, ensuring that you receive the most up-to-date and relevant information.
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If you are a surgical pathologist or a healthcare professional interested in enhancing your diagnostic skills in surgical pathology, don’t miss out on this comprehensive CME activity. Order now to gain access to valuable insights, diagnostic tips, and updates in surgical pathology.
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- Discuss the most common diagnostic pitfalls in a diagnosis of well-differentiated lipomatous tumors
- Discuss the most common diagnostic entities in the differential diagnosis of myxoid, spindle cell, pleomorphic and round cell tumors
- Understand how to integrate clinical history, laboratory data, and imaging findings to come to a uniform diagnosis when presented with an unexpected histologic feature in a liver biopsy
- Recognize the liver tumors that can closely resemble hepatocellular carcinoma and the proper immunostain panel to identify that
- Identify the histologic features that allow for the diagnosis of Wilson disease, hereditary hemochromatosis, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
- Summarize the morphologic and molecular features of special histologic subtypes of triple negative breast cancer and management implications
- Review recent updates on biomarker testing in breast cancer
- Discuss diagnostic challenges in breast core needle biopsies and how to resolve these issues on difficult cases
- Describe the various histologic patterns of colitis and their differential diagnoses
- Recognize the key factors that predict prognosis and guide therapeutic decision making in colorectal cancer
- Classify appendiceal tumors according to updated criteria to guide subsequent therapy and predict prognosis
- To highlight common controversial topics in prostate pathology with a focus on grading and reporting parameters
- To review diagnostic challenges encountered in common bladder specimens
- To emphasize a practical approach to common diagnostic challenges in kidney tumors
- Discuss the most useful histologic and immunohistochemical findings in diagnosing serious neoplasms of the uterus and ovary, including a focus on HER2 testing
- Discuss some of the most common entities in cervical pathology seen in post-menopausal patients