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ForwardMayo Clinic Surgical Pathology Update 2026
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
January 22 - 24, 2026 - Mayo Clinic - Phoenix, Arizona
Course Directors: Yasmeen M. Butt, M.D., Erinn Downs, D.O. and Kelsey E. McHugh, M.D.
This course covers a broad range of subjects in diagnostic pathology including, but not limited to, breast, genitourinary, gynecologic, gastrointestinal, thoracic, head and neck, soft tissue, cytopathology, hematopathology, and molecular pathology.
To see the course fee, please log in or create an account
| Registration Fee(s) | Prior to December 29, 2025 | After December 30, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $750 | $825 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $475 | $550 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for pathologists, pathologist assistants, pathology fellows and residents, and allied health staff with an interest in diagnostic pathology as well as surgeons and oncologists with an interest in new pathologic staging criteria.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Become familiar with the updates in the most recent WHO classification of thyroid tumors.
- Identify the diagnostic parameters for high-grade follicular cell-derived non-anaplastic thyroid carcinoma to covey the appropriate level of risk of associated with this diagnostic category.
- Define the broad diagnostic categories used in neuropathologic intraoperative consultations and how these preliminary assessments guide surgical decisions.
- Analyze how advanced molecular techniques, such as DNA methylation profiling, are pursued post-operatively to refine the initial intraoperative classifications and achieve a precise final diagnosis.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:50 AM | Welcome & Introductions |
8:00 AM | A Practical Approach to Lipomatous Tumors Dr. Karen Fritchie – Cleveland Clinic, OH |
9:00 AM | Sarcomas with Fascicular Architecture: the Utility of "Next Gen" Immunohistochemistry in Soft Tissue Dr. Karen Fritchie – Cleveland Clinic, OH |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
9:45 AM | Challenging topics in Gynecologic Pathology Dr. Mark Hopkins – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
10:45 AM | Gynecologic Case Review Dr. Mark Hopkins – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
11:15 AM | Lunch & Exhibits |
12:00 PM | Overview of the WHO Classification of Thyroid Tumors (5th Ed) with an Emphasis on High-grade Follicular Cell-derived Non-anaplastic Thyroid Carcinoma - Dr. Rumeal D. Whaley – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
1:00 PM | Head and Neck Pathology Case Review Dr. Rumeal D. Whaley – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
1:30 PM | Challenging Topics in Genitourinary Pathology Dr. John C. Cheville – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
2:30 PM | Genitourinary Pathology Case Review Dr. John C. Cheville – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
3:00 PM | Break & Exhibits |
3:30 PM | Invasive Lobular Carcinoma of the Breast: Update on Morphological Spectrum and Molecular Features Dr. Aysegul Sahin – MD Anderson Center, TX |
4:30 PM | Breast Pathology Case Review Dr. Aysegul Sahin – MD Anderson Center, TX |
5:00 PM | Announcements/Adjourn |
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Friday, January 23 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:50 AM | Welcome & Announcements |
8:00 AM | Cutaneous Neoplastic Pathology in the Molecular Era with a Focus on Clinical Impact: An Overview Dr. Ray Guo – Mayo Clinic Florida |
9:00 AM | Dermatopathology Case Review |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
9:45 AM | Neuropathologic Intraoperative Consultations in the Era of Molecular Classifications Dr. Ian J. Dryden – Mayo Clinic Florida |
10:45 AM | Neuropathology Cases Dr. Ian J. Dryden - – Mayo Clinic Florida |
11:15 AM | Lunch & Exhibits |
12:00 PM | Thoracic Pathology - Vasculitis Not to Miss Dr. Yasmeen Butt – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
1:00 PM | Thoracic Pathology - Vasculitis Case Review Dr. Yasmeen Butt - – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
1:30 PM | Challenging Topics in Cytopathology Dr. Sam Albadri – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
2:30 PM | Cytopathology Case Review Dr. Sam Albadri – Mayo Clinic Rochester |
3:00 PM | Break & Exhibits |
3:30 PM | Hematolymphoid tumors of the Gastrointestinal Tract Dr. Kelsey McHugh – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
4:30 PM | Gastrointestinal Pathology Case Review Dr. Kelsey McHugh – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
5:00 PM | Announcements/Adjourn |
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Saturday January 24 | |
7:00 AM | Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:55 AM | Welcome & Announcements |
8:00 AM | Digital Pathology Dr. Maxwell L. Smith – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
9:00 AM | Digital Pathology Model Examples Dr. Maxwell L. Smith – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
10:00 AM | Challenging Topics in Hematopathology Dr. Sarah Gibson – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
11:00 AM | Hematopathology Case Review Dr. Sarah Gibson – Mayo Clinic Arizona |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Travel
Room Block at Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic
You can call (888)236-2427 or (480)563-1500 and reference the quote name at the Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic to make their reservations at the group rate.
You may also book directly online by using the link
Reservations must be received by Monday, December 22, 2025, to receive the group rate of $269.00 per night plus applicable state and local taxes.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 19.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AOA
The American Osteopathic Association designates this program for a maximum of 19.00 AOA Category 2-A credits.
American Board of Pathology (ABPath)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the participant to earn up to 19.00 Lifelong Learning (CME) points in the American Board of Pathology’s (ABPath) Continuing Certification Program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABPath credit.
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME and Self-Assessment requirements of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Through an agreement between the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, medical practitioners participating in the Royal College MOC Program may record completion of accredited activities registered under the ACCME’s “CME in Support of MOC” program in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 7.50 |
| Friday | 7.50 |
| Saturday | 4.00 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 19.00 ABPath
- 19.00 ABS
- 19.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 19.00 AOA Category 2-A
- 19.00 Attendance
Sponsorship and Exhibit Opportunities
This course offers the unique opportunity for a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including the ability to interact with healthcare providers and highlight products and services through an exhibit. The sponsorship prospectus can be found 
here. W-9 attached here. Space is limited and reserved upon receipt of a completed agreement.
If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the Mayo Clinic Surgical Pathology Update 2026, complete the appropriate Letter of Agreement via the link(s) below, prior to January 16, 2026. If you do not have a profile/account you will first need to create one before completing the online form:
- If you are interested in participating, please complete the Exhibitor Letter of Agreement.
For information regarding exhibit opportunities, please reach out to Jeanette Arvizu.
To see the course fee, please log in or create an account
| Registration Fee(s) | Prior to December 29, 2025 | After December 30, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $750 | $825 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $475 | $550 |
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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