The faculty will examine diagnostic criteria for common yet challenging breast lesions and provide you with invaluable guidance for dealing with problematic diagnoses; understanding the management implications of recent approaches to the evaluation and diagnosis of breast lesions; keeping pace with new developments, including the molecular subclassification of invasive breast cancer, and more. Topics will include these and other crucial areas:
Course Fee:
List Price: $1299
Member Price: $999
Residents: $500
Core competencies: PC, MK, ICS, PBL, PR, SBP
Intended Audience:
Pathologists, Pathology Residents, and Pathologists’ Assistants
Directors:
Donald L. Weaver, MD, FASCP
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Melinda E. Sanders, MD FASCP
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Faculty to be announced
Tuesday, November 12
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Proliferative Epithelial Lesions
Benign Proliferative Lesions;
Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia and Columnar Cell Lesions
Lobular Neoplasia
Jean Simpson, MD
Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Natural history
Grading
Histologic types
Checklist & Updates
Approach to 3D Reconstruction
Melinda E. Sanders, MD
1:30 – 5:00 pm
Prognostic Factors in Invasive Mammary Carcinoma-Part I
Grade
Stage
Special Considerations
Jean Simpson, MD
Special types of Invasive Mammary Carcinoma
Jean Simpson, MD
Prognostic Factors in Invasive Mammary Carcinoma-Part 2
Evaluation of Sentinel and Axillary Lymph Nodes:
Macrometastases, Micrometastases, and Isolated Tumor Cell Clusters
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP
Slide Review with Faculty
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP, Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP, Anna Marie Mulligan, MB, MSc, FRCPath, and Jean Simpson, MD
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Glass Slide Self-Study Session - (optional)
Wednesday, November 13
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Predictive Factors in Invasive Mammary Carcinoma – Part I
Estrogen and Progesterone receptor testing and reporting guidelines
HER2 testing and reporting guidelines
Anna Marie, Mulligan, MB, MSc, FRCPath
Predictive Factors in Invasive Mammary Carcinoma - Part 2
Molecular Pathology for the Breast Pathologist
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP, and Melinda E. Sanders, FASCP
1:30 – 5:00 pm
Molecular Pathology for the Breast Pathologist
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP and Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP
AJCC Manual Update and CAP Checklist for Invasive Cancer
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP
Fibroepithelial Lesions
Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP
Spindle Cell Lesions
Anna Marie, Mulligan, MB, MSc, FRCPath
Slide Review with Faculty
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP, Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP, Anna Marie Mulligan, MB, MSc, FRCPath, and Jean Simpson, MD
5:00 – 9:00 pm
Glass Slide Self-Study Session – (optional)
Thursday, November 14
8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Approach to Core Biopsy Diagnosis Incorporating Radiologic Correlation – Part I
Introduction to BI-RADS Reporting
Anna Marie, Mulligan, MB, MSc, FRCPath
Case Presentations: Pathologic-Radiologic Correlation
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP, Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP and Anna Marie Mulligan, MB, MSc, FASCP
Approach to Core Biopsy Diagnosis Incorporating Radiologic Correction – Part 2
Case Presentations: Pathologic-Radiologic Correlation
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP, Melinda E. Sanders, MD, FASCP and Anna Marie Mulligan, MB, MSc, FASCP
Course wrap-up
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP
Course Concludes
Donald Weaver, MD, FASCP
Embassy Suites Phoenix-Scottsdale
4415 E. Paradise Village Parkway S.
Phoenix, AZ
Telephone: 602-765-5800 / 800-EMBASSY
Website: http://embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/arizona/embassy-suites-phoenix-scottsddale-PHXPVES/index.html
The Embassy Suites Phoenix – Scottsdale is the perfect retreat whether you are here on business, to explore the area, or to play Arizona’s best golf courses. Unlike many other hotels in Scottsdale, AZ, many resort-style amenities are offered without any extra resort fees. Enjoy space to entertain or relax with the whole family in your two-room suite with a private bedroom and separate seating area with a sofa bed. Start every morning in style with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, and unwind after a busy day at the nightly Manager’s Reception. Stay active with a workout in the fully equipped fitness center or swim laps under the warm Arizona sun in our large resort-style pool surrounded by palm trees.
Reserve your room by October 22, 2013 and mention ASCP/Breast Disease to receive the special room rate of $135 standard/double per night plus applicable taxes. Availability is limited so be sure to book early! Rates include
Ground Transportation (prices subject to change):
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Type
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Typical Minimum Charge
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Taxi
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42.00 USD
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Rental Car
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20.00 USD
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Limousine
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42.00 USD
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Super Shuttle
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25.00 USD
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