Surgical Pathology of the Head and Neck

The sheer volume of pathologic entities that one can encounter in the head and neck – from unique epithelial, mesenchymal, and hematolymphoid neoplasms to non-neoplastic entities – makes this one of the most daunting areas of surgical pathology. Other challenges include the need to integrate clinical, radiographic, immunohistochemical, and even molecular testing to arrive at the appropriate diagnosis. This comprehensive four-day course will provide the guidance you need to streamline your approach to any given lesion.

A nationally recognized faculty with extensive experience as members of large consultation practices will share their insights about problems that often lead to the need for diagnostic consultation. You will be carefully guided through:

Appropriate integration of clinical, radiographic, immunohistochemical and molecular data for improved categorization and stratification of head and neck tumors
Accurate interpretation of laryngeal biopsies
Classification of salivary gland tumors and odontogenic lesions
Distinguishing features of various thyroid and parathyroid tumors and tumor-like lesions

The case study format will focus on histologic features that impact patient management and prognosis. Informal discussion with the faculty is welcome.

Following this course, you will be able to:

Identify the key gross and histologic features that impact patient management for a broad range of head and neck tumors.
Interpret biopsies from the larynx, oral cavity, and sinonasal tract.
Identify distinct clinicopathologic features for squamous cell carcinoma subsets.
Utilize and interpret p16 immunostains and human papilloma virus in situ hybridization to support a distinct oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma phenotype.
Classify and stratify salivary gland tumors into clinically meaningful categories.
Differentiate various thyroid and parathyroid tumors and tumor-like lesions.

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Course Fee:

List Price: $1533
Member Price: $1179
Residents: $590

Core competencies: PC, MK, PBL

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

Director:
Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Faculty:
Bobby Collins, DDS, MS
East Carolina School of Dental Medicine

Aaron P. Hoschar, MD, FASCP
Cleveland Clinic

Jonathan B. McHugh, MD, FASCP
University of Michigan

Simion I. Chiosea, MD, FASCP
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Tuesday, December 10, 2013
8:00am–12:00pm
Pathology of Squamous Dysplasia of the Upper Aerodigesivie Tract and Interpretation of Biopsies— (Audience Participation Session)
Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

Laryngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Case Studies of Select Neoplastic and Non-neoplastic Laryngeal Lesions
Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

1:30pm–5:00pm
Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Cystic Neck Masses
Jonathan B. McHugh, MD, FASCP

Video Microscopy Session 1—Case Studies
Jonathan B. McHugh, MD, FASCP

Algorithmic Approach to Salivary Gland Tumors
Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

5:00pm–6:30pm
Video Microscopy Session 2—Case Studies (Audience Participation Session)
Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

Wednesday, December 11, 2013
8:00am–12:00pm

Case Studies of Select Salivary Gland Lesions: Part I
Jonathan B. McHugh, MD, FASCP

Case Studies of Select Salivary Gland Lesions: Part II
Aaron P. Hoschar, MD, FASCP

Video Microscopy Session 4—Case Studies (Audience Participation Session)

12:00pm–4:00pm
Glass Slide Self-Study Session (optional)

Thursday, December 12, 2013
8:00am–12:00pm
Case Studies of Selected Bone and Soft Tissue Lesions: Part I
Jonathan B. McHugh, MD, FASCP

Case Studies of Selected Bone and Soft Tissue Lesions: Part II
Raja R. Seethala, MD FASCP

1:30pm–5:00pm
Oral Pathology
Bobby Collins, DDS, MS

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Glass Slide Self-Study Session (optional)

Friday, December 13, 2013
8:00am–12:00am
Pathology of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Gland
Simion I. Chiosea, MD, and Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

Video Microscopy Session 5—Case Studies (Audience Participation Session)

1:30 – 2:00pm
Brief Updates in Head and Neck Pathology
Simion I. Chiosea, MD, and Raja R. Seethala, MD, FASCP

2:00pm–5:00pm
Pathology of the Sinonasal Tract and Nasopharynx
Aaron P. Hoschar, MD, FASCP

Video Microscopy Session 6—Case Studies (Audience Participation Session)

Case Studies of Select Tumors of the Nasal and Paranasal Sinuses
Aaron P. Hoschar, MD, FASCP

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Reserve your room by November 16, 2013 and mention ASCP/Surgical Pathology of the Head and Neck to receive the special room rate of $159 standard/double per night plus applicable taxes. Availability is limited so be sure to book early! This also includes:

Complimentary fitness center access for registered guests
Complimentary internet in sleeping rooms
Complimentary parking

Ground Transportation (prices subject to change):

Super Shuttle provided by Tampa International Airport -- $24 per person

Town car --$60

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