Practical Molecular Pathology for the Surgical Pathologist

Overview

Discover New Guidelines with Pathology CME

This online CME course in molecular pathology – part of our Masters of Pathology Series – is extremely thorough, covering a range of hot topics and core concepts in the field aiming to facilitate detection, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Practical Molecular Pathology for the Surgical Pathologist, directed by Jason L. Hornick, MD, PhD, focuses on the latest molecular techniques, recently identified molecular genetic alterations in cancer, tissue triaging for molecular testing and more. It’s continuing medical education that will help you to better:

• Identify molecular genetic alteration in a broad range of cancer types
• Understand the implications of molecular genetic testing results for cancer therapy
• Apply immunohistochemistry based on molecular genetic changes to classify tumors
• Chemistry based on molecular genetic changes to classify tumors
• Interpret the results and implications of PD-L1 immunohistochemistry and mismatch repair protein assessments

Topics / Speakers

Introduction to Molecular Pathology for Surgical Pathologists
Lynette M. Sholl, MD

Molecular Pathology of Thoracic Tumors
Lynette M. Sholl, MD

Assessment of PD-L1 and Mismatch Repair Deficiency in the Immunotherapy Era
Lynette M. Sholl, MD

Molecular Pathology of Colorectal Carcinoma
Jonathan A. Nowak, MD, PhD

Molecular Pathology of Uterine Tumors
Brooke E. Howitt, MD

Molecular Pathology of Melanocytic Tumors
Aleodor Andea, MD, MBA

Molecular Pathology of Head and Neck Carcinomas
William Faquin, MD, PhD

Molecular Pathology of Salivary Gland Tumors
Justin A. Bishop, MD

Non-Invasive Follicular Thyroid Neoplasm with Papillary-Like Nuclear Features (NIFTP): Molecular Basis and Implications for Molecular Testing of Thyroid Nodules
Justine Barletta, MD

Clinical Implications of Molecular Alterations in Thyroid Tumors, Pheochromocytomas, and Paragangliomas
Justine Barletta, MD

Molecular Pathology of Brain Tumors
Arie Perry, MD

Molecular Pathology of Renal Tumors
Sean R. Williamson, MD

Molecular Pathology of Sarcomas
Jason L. Hornick, MD, PhD

Molecular Pathology of Lymphoid Neoplasms
Dennis P. O'Malley, MD

Molecular Pathology of Myeloid Neoplasms
Todd Barry, MD, PhD

Faculty

Accreditation

Accreditation Statement

Oakstone Publishing is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation

Oakstone Publishing designates this enduring material for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.™ Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Date of Original Release: September 1, 2018
Date Credits Expire: September 1, 2021

CME credit is awarded upon successful completion of a course evaluation and post-test.

Masters of Pathology Series – Practical Molecular Pathology for the Surgical Pathologist has been registered as a Lifelong Learning (Part II) and Self-Assessment Module (SAM) to offer 16 credits in the American Board of Pathology's (ABPath) Continuing Certification program.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:

• Recognize the most common molecular genetic alterations in a wide range of cancer types
• Understand the implications of molecular genetic testing results for cancer therapy
• Apply immunohistochemistry based on molecular genetic alterations to help in tumor classification
• Interpret the results and implications of PD-L1 immunohistochemistry and mismatch repair protein assessments

Intended Audience

Pathology residents and practicing pathologists without formal molecular pathology training/fellowship.

Quick Facts

Masters of Pathology Series Provider: Oakstone CME

Course Director:

Jason L. Hornick, MD, PhD

Professor of Pathology
Harvard Medical School
Director of Surgical Pathology and Immunohistochemistry
Brigham & Women's Hospital

Credits: Earn a maximum of 16.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™