Update in Pulmonary Pathology: Contemporary Classification and Diagnosis<br>(Co-sponsored by the Pulmonary Pathology Society)

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Update in Pulmonary Pathology: Contemporary Classification and Diagnosis
(Co-sponsored by the Pulmonary Pathology Society)

You need to make critical diagnoses and decisions and keep pace with rapid advances in the field. This course will provide you with practical approaches to diagnosis with a clear focus on the clinical information that’s so critical for quality patient management. A brief review of normal lung anatomy and common conditions will form the basis for discussions of more difficult and unusual diagnoses.

You will hear about new proposed classifications of lung adenocarcinomas, as well as guidelines for accurately separating lung carcinomas by histologic subtype; recent updates in interstitial lung disease classifications; the separation of benign and malignant mesothelial proliferations; the latest molecular diagnostic techniques for pulmonary and mesothelial tumors; and advances in understanding and diagnosing pulmonary infections and in diagnosing lymphoproliferative disorders in the lung.

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Following this course, you will be able to:

Apply modern classifications and diagnostic formulations in lung pathology.
Discuss and apply the new proposed lung adenocarcinoma classification and describe which immunostains are useful in the histologic subtyping of lung carcinomas.
Apply improved skills in differentiating relatively uncommon or difficult-to-diagnose conditions.
Identify new entities in lung disease.
Apply enhanced diagnostic accuracy to improve quality assurance.
Apply molecular diagnostic techniques to thoracic tumors and determine when/what to order.
Identify and gain the information you need from clinicians and radiologist to ensure the accuracy of your diagnoses.
Effectively communicate to clinicians and radiologists the information they need to treat patients.

Core competencies: PC, MK, ICS, PBL, PR, SBP

Intended Audience: Pathologists, Pathology Residents, and Pathologists’ Assistants

Feature: Virtual glass slide cases will be available through the Internet prior to the course. Directions for access will be provided upon registration.

Course Fee:

List Price:                      $1299
Member Price:                $999
Residents:                      $500

Cancellation Policy: A full refund will be issued for cancellations received in writing no later than one week prior to the start date of the meeting. Refunds are not issued for cancellations received after that date. 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. For further information, contact ASCP Customer Service at 800.267.2727, option 2; international callers: 312.541.4890; or www.ascp.org/feedback.

Director:

Andrew Churg, MD, FASCP
University of British Columbia

Faculty:

Alain C. Borczuk, MD
Columbia University Medical Center

Henry D. Tazelaar, MD, FASCP
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine

The Millennium Knickerbocker
163 East Walton Place
Chicago, IL 60611

Telephone: (312) 751-8100
Reservations: (800) 621-8140 or at www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumchicago/ with code ASCPMYB111

Website: www.millenniumhotels.com/millenniumchicago/

Nestled at the gateway to Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago is within walking distance of most major attractions. Just steps away from renowned Rush Street, this four-diamond Chicago hotel offers stylish accommodations with luxury amenities, modern event facilities, irresistible dining options and gracious service. Just a short journey away from Chicago's finest attractions, including Water Tower Place, Michigan Avenue, John Hancock Tower and Navy Pier, the hotel is also ideally situated for museum visits, as the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Art Institute of Chicago are just a short walk away.

Reserve your room by March 27, 2013 and mention ASCP/Pulmonary Pathology to receive the special room rate of $169 single/double per night, plus applicable taxes. Availability is limited so be sure to book early! Hotel amenities include complimentary guest room internet and the complimentary, newly renovated 24-hour fitness center.

Ground Transportation (prices subject to change):

Go Airport Express (888) 2THEVAN or www.airportexpress.com
O’Hare Airport - $30 each way; $51 roundtrip
Midway Airport - $25 each way; $41 roundtrip

Taxi – O’Hare Airport $45 each way
Midway Airport $35 each way

Thursday, April 18

8:00am–12:00pm

Review of Normal Anatomy and Common Entities / Acute Lung Injury/Pulmonary Vasculitis/Pneumoconiosis I
Andrew Churg, MD, FASCP

1:30–4:45pm

Pneumoconiosis II
Malignant Mesothelioma Unusual Infections
Andrew Churg, MD, FASCP

Friday, April 19

8:00am–12:00pm

Molecular Diagnosis of Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma I
Molecular Diagnosis of Lung Cancerand Mesothelioma II
Bronchogenic Carcinoma
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Alain C. Borczuk, MD

1:30–5:00pm

Rare Pulmonary Tumors
Lymphoproliferative Disorders
Alain C. Borczuk, MD

Pulmonary Hypertension
Andrew Churg, MD, FASCP

Lung Biopsy/Specimen Handling
Andrew Churg, MD, FASCP

Saturday, April 20

8:00–11:30am

Interstitial Lung Disease I
Eosinophilic Lung Disease
Granulomatous Infections
Interstitial Lung Disease II
Henry D. Tazelaar, MD, FASCP

12:30-3:00pm

Interstitial Lung Disease III
Pathology-Radiology Correlations
Lung Transplantation
Drug Reactions
Henry D. Tazelaar, MD, FASCP

Molecular Surgical Pathology for the Practicing Pathologist

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