Core Competencies: PC, MK, ICS, PBL, PR, SBP
Intended Audience: Pathologists, Pathology Residents, Medical Technologist

Stay on the cutting edge with new information about:

• Essentials of the revised WHO Classification system for leukemias, lymphomas, and myeloproliferative/ myelodysplastic disorders
• Incorporation of molecular diagnostics into the practice of hematopathology

Special course features:

• Case reviews via video microscopy
• Learner engagement using audience response equipment
• Course syllabus included
• SAM credits (on-line pre and post-test required)

Let the distinguished faculty guide you in what you need to know about advances in the field, including the value of molecular diagnostic techniques and other new tests, special tests that provide vital information, and flow cytometry and immmunohistochemical stains. Get coaching by the faculty using cases projected via video microscope. Bring your challenging slides for discussions with the faculty and evaluate your knowledge with self-assessment options. If you’re interested in updating your knowledge about and enhancing your proficiency in classic morphologic hematology investigation in tandem with the many special new diagnostic tests –including flow cytometry, cytogenetics, immunohistochemical stains, and molecular diagnostics, this course is a “must” for you. In four days, you’ll move from a review of the essential conditions involving the blood and bone marrow to a thorough update on the latest developments. And you’ll gain new levels of diagnostic confidence in writing pathology reports.

Following this course, you will be able to:

• Define and apply an approach to the diagnosis of anemias.
• Appropriately apply criteria for the diagnosis of the acute leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, chronic lymphoproliferative disorders, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
• Utilize flow cytometry and molecular diagnostics in the evaluation of lymphomas and leukemias.
• Recommend appropriate molecular diagnostic testing in the evaluation of thrombophilia.

John R. Krause, MD, FASCP
Domnita Crisan, MD, PhD, FASCP
Marsha C. Kinney, MD, FASCP
Patricia K. Kotylo, MD, FASCP
Linda M. Sandhaus, MD, FASCP
Clarence C. Whitcomb, MD, FASCP

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Room rate is $199 s/d plus $12 resort fee per night, and applicable taxes. Please reserve your room by January 29, 2010. When reserving your room, mention “ASCP” to receive the group rate. Handicapped accessible and non-smoking rooms are available.

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Register early to secure your space
All ASCP courses have capacity limitations and all registrations are subject to these limitations including walk-in registrations.

To avoid duplicate billing, DO NOT mail the registration form to ASCP if you have phoned or faxed your registration. Written confirmation of your registration will be mailed. Hotel accommodations, meals and parking are not included in course fees.

Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be issued for cancellations received in writing no later than seven days prior to the start of a meeting. Refunds are not issued for cancellations received after the seven day deadline; however, substitution with another person is permitted. ASCP reserves the right to cancel a program due to circumstances beyond its control or for insufficient registration. Registrants will be notified immediately and allowed to substitute a session or obtain a full refund. The Society is not responsible for penalties incurred as a result of cancelled transportation.

Course Materials
A CD-ROM or on-line download of all course materials and representative images is included with your registration. This CD-ROM or download is available in advance to all attendees and on-site to late registrants. No paper handouts are available, with the exception of the multi-day pathology Educational Courses.