Harvard 45th Annual Current Concepts in Surgical Pathology 2024 This virtual course presents a broad overview of many areas of surgical pathology and is led by Harvard Medical School faculty with known expertise in specific subject matter areas. The course is designed to update both academic and community pathologists with new advances in surgical pathology. It also aims to provide aids in diagnosis based upon conventional morphologic analysis and discuss contemporary applications of immunohistochemical and molecular studies in diagnostic pathology. This five-day virtual course features didactic lectures, case presentations, and opportunity for interaction with faculty in question-and-answer periods.
Lectures will be available in PDF format for download. Scanned slides for the case presentations will be available online to preview. Lectures will be available to review online for 90 days after completion of the live course.
Who Should Attend
- Pathologists
- Specialty Physicians
- Other
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Appropriately apply criteria for pathologic diagnoses in multiple areas of surgical pathology.
- Recognize unusual entities, including those newly described.
- Evaluate the decision-making process used to arrive at specific diagnoses.
- Utilize contemporary tumor classification systems and reporting guidelines.
- Apply immunohistochemistry and/or molecular studies judiciously to establish or confirm diagnoses.
2024 Agenda
Monday, October 21, 2024
Welcome and Introduction
William Faquin, MD, PhD; Melinda Lerwill, MD; Esther Oliva, MD
Updates in Sinonasal and Nasopharyngeal Pathology
William Faquin, MD, PhD
Atypical Hyperplasia of the Breast
Melinda Lerwill, MD
Break
Algorithmic Approach to Mesenchymal Tumors of the Uterus
Esther Oliva, MD
Updates in Anal Pathology
Jonathan N. Glickman, MD, PhD
Lunch Break
Case Presentations: Breast Pathology
Dennis Sgroi, MD
Case Presentations: Genitourinary Pathology
Kyle Devins, MD
Break
Diagnostic Approach to Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma and Its Precursors
Mari Mino-Kenudson, MD
Diagnosis of Lymphoma in 2024: Key WHO updates
Judith Ferry, MD
Question Period
Break
Benign versus Malignant Cervical Glandular Proliferations
Esther Oliva, MD
Essentials of Thyroid Cytology
William Faquin, MD, PhD
Question Period
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
The Spectrum of Vulvar Epithelial Neoplasia and its Mimics
Kyle Devins, MD
Thyroid Pathology: Practical Updates
Vania Nose, MD, PhD
Break
Update on Prostate Cancer Pathology
Chin-Lee Wu, MD, PhD
Neuroendocrine and Non-Neuroendocrine Carcinomas of the Lung
Mari Mino-Kenudson, MD
Lunch Break
Case Presentations: Molecular Pathology
Valentina Nardi, MD
Case Presentations: Colorectal Polyps and Neoplasms
Lisa Zhang, MD
Break
Beyond the Starry Sky: Burkitt Lymphoma and Related High-Grade Entities
Aliyah Sohani, MD
Dermatopathology Pearls and Pitfalls
Rosalynn Nazarian, MD
Myxoid Lesions of the Skin: Diagnostic Challenges and Clinicopathological Correlates
Julie Reimann, MD
Question Period
Break
Molecular Pathology and Gene Fusions
John lafrate, MD, PhD
Practical Approach to Non-Meningothelial Mesenchymal Neoplasms of the CNS
David Meredith, MD, PhD
Question Period
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Bone Marrow Workup of Cytopenias: A Roadmap for the General Pathologist
Robert Hasserjian, MD
Diagnostic Approach to Inflammatory Conditions of the Upper GI Tract
Jonathan N. Glickman, MD, PhD
Break
Diagnostic Issues in Primary Hepatic Neoplasms
Angela Shih, MD
CAP Updates for HPV Testing in Head and Neck Cancer
William Faquin, MD, PhD
Mesothelioma: Differential Diagnosis and Diagnostic Biomarkers
Yin “Rex” Hung, MD, PhD
Lunch Break
Case Presentations: Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology
Ivan Chebib, MD, FRCPC
Case Presentations: Head and Neck Pathology
Adam Fisch, MD, PhD
Break
Real-World Approach to the Diagnosis of Adult Gliomas
Maria Martinez-Lage, MD
Lessons Learned from Medicolegal Cases in Breast Pathology
Amy Ly, MD
Assessing Response to Neoadjuvant Therapy in Breast Cancer
Veerle I.J. Bossuyt, MD
Question Period
Break
Uncommon Lung Tumors
Yin “Rex” Hung, MD, PhD
Malignancies of Uncertain Malignant Potential: The Conundrum of the Adrenal Cortex
Peter Sadow, MD, PhD
Case Studies in Endometrial Biopsy Interpretation
Esther Oliva, MD
Question Period
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Adipocytic tumors: What’s new in fat?
Gunnlaugur Nielsen, MD
Pitfalls in the Diagnosis of Invasive Breast Cancer
Melinda Lerwill, MD
Break
Core Biopsy Interpretation of Inflammatory Breast Lesions
Gulisa Turashvili, MD, PhD
Diagnostic Issues in GI Tract Neuroendocrine Neoplasia
Michael Drage, MD, PhD
Update on the Classification and Diagnostic Work-Up of Testicular Sex Cord-Stromal Tumors
Kristine Cornejo, MD
Lunch Break
Case Presentations: Gynecologic Pathology
Gulisa Turashvili, MD, PhD
Case Presentations: Dermatopathology
Anna Stagner, MD
Break
Salivary Neoplasia of Uncertain Biological Potential: Tips and Tricks for Variably Resourced Practices
Peter Sadow, MD, PhD
Update on Gastric Cancer and Its Precursors
Stuti Shroff, MBBS, PhD
Common Challenges in GYN Cytology with Histologic Correlates
Vanda Torous, MD
Question Period
Break
Endometrioid and Clear Cell Tumors of the Ovary
Kyle Devins, MD
Cutaneous Neoplasms: Common Entities and Rare Diagnoses You Don’t Want to Miss
Ruth Foreman, MD, PhD
Question Period
Friday, October 25, 2024
The Placental Pathology of Stillbirth and Near Miss Stillbirth
Drucilla Roberts, MD
Diagnostic Work-Up of Eosinophilic Renal Neoplasms
Kristine Cornejo, MD
Break
The Multiple Faces of Multiple Myeloma
Megan Fitzpatrick, MD
Interpretation of Temporal Artery Biopsies
James Stone, MD, PhD
Reactive Lymphoid Proliferations Mimicking Lymphoma
Judith Ferry, MD
Lunch Break
Case Presentations: Endocrine Pathology
Bayan Alzumaili, MD
Case Presentations: Frozen Sections in Gastrointestinal Pathology
Stuti Shroff, MBBS, PhD
Break
Urothelial Carcinoma: Lessons Learned from Challenging Cases
Chin-Lee Wu, MD, PhD
Benign Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
Ivan Chebib, MD, FRCPC
Spectrum of Placenta Accreta
Katelyn Dannheim, MD
Question Period
Break
Quality Assurance in Surgical Pathology: Challenges and Lessons Learned
Angela Shih, MD
Breast Pathology Mailbag!
Melinda Lerwill, MD
Question Period
Conclusion and Farewell
Melinda Lerwill, MD
Emily Johnson –
“I purchased the course from the site, and it was transformative! The lectures were clear and engaging, and I gained practical insights that I immediately applied in my practice.”
Dr. Michael Chen –
“The course featured outstanding faculty members who are leaders in the field. The resources provided, including access to recorded sessions on Google Drive, were invaluable for deepening my understanding of complex topics.”
Sarah Patel –
“This course is a must for anyone in surgical pathology. The content is highly relevant and up-to-date, covering the latest advances and techniques that are essential for modern practice.”
Carlos Ramirez –
“The practical applications discussed during the course were incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident in my diagnostic skills and am already seeing improvements in my work.”
Dr. Jessica Lee –
“I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in surgical pathology. It was worth every penny, and I walked away with knowledge that will benefit my practice for years to come.”