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ForwardMayo Clinic Surgical Pathology Update 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
February 25 - 27, 2027 - Mayo Clinic IERB Building - Phoenix, AZ
Course Directors: Kelsey E. McHugh, M.D.; Yasmeen M. Butt, M.D.; Xiaoyan Cui, M.D., Ph.D
An elite roster of speakers will be joining us for this eleventh annual 2.5-day general surgical pathology course. 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, and hematopathology.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $825 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $750 |
| Student/Reside | $750 |
| All Livestream | $750 |
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:
- Classify the spectrum of ovarian epithelial neoplasms by recognizing the major histologic subtypes (serous, mucinous, endometrioid, clear cell, and transitional/Brenner tumors) and distinguishing benign, borderline, and malignant lesions based on their morphologic features.
- Recognize major and minor updates in the WHO 6th edition digestive system blue book.
- Apply integrated histologic and molecular approaches to the diagnosis of common and emerging CNS tumor entities.
- Explain the evolving taxonomy of aggressive B cell lymphomas.
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.
Course summary
- 19.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 19.00 AOA Category 2-A
- 19.00 Attendance
Thursday, February 25, 2027 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:50 AM | Welcome & Introductions |
8:00 AM | Navigating the Spectrum of Ovarian Epithelial Neoplasia Dr. Valentina Zanfagnin |
9:00 AM | Gynecologic Case Review Dr. Valentina Zanfagnin |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
9:45 AM | Pancreatic Cyst Fluid Cytology: Integrating the WHO Reporting System Into Diagnostic Practice Dr. Amy Swanson |
10:45 AM | Cytopathology Case Review Dr. Amy Swanson |
11:15 AM | Lunch & Exhibits |
12:00 PM | The Sinonasal Tract – Catacombs of Curiosities That Pathologists Should Know Dr. James Lewis |
1:00 PM | Head and Neck Pathology Case Review Dr. James Lewis |
1:30 PM | Molecular Diagnostics for Urologic Pathology Dr. Sounak Gupta |
2:30 PM | Urologic Pathology Case Review Dr. Sounak Gupta |
3:00 PM | Break & Exhibits |
3:30 PM | Challenging Topics in Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology Dr. Judith Jebastin Thangaiah |
4:30 PM | Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology Case Review Dr. Judith Jebastin Thangaiah |
5:00 PM | Announcements/Adjourn |
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Friday, February 26, 2027 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:50 AM | Welcome & Announcements |
8:00 AM | Current Approach to Diagnosis of Aggressive B-cell Lymphomas Dr. Lisa Rimsza |
9:00 AM | Hematopathology Case Review Dr. Lisa Rimsza |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
9:45 AM | Updates in Gastrointestinal Pathology: Highlights from the 6th Edition of the WHO Classification of Digestive System Tumors Dr. Raul Gonzalez |
10:45 AM | Gastrointestinal Pathology Case Review Dr. Raul Gonzalez |
11:15 AM | Lunch & Exhibits |
12:00 PM | Challenging Topics in Thoracic Pathology Dr. Henry Tazelaar |
1:00 PM | Thoracic Pathology Case Review Dr. Henry Tazelaar |
1:30 PM | Challenging Topics in Breast Pathology Dr. Mira Lotfalla |
2:30 PM | Breast Pathology Case Review Dr. Mira Lotfalla |
3:00 PM | Break & Exhibits |
3:30 PM | Dermatopathology Pitfalls: Common and Uncommon Diagnostic Errors — A Case-Based Review Dr. Emma Johnson |
4:30 PM | Dermatopathology Case Review Dr. Emma Johnson |
5:00 PM | Announcements/Adjourn |
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Saturday, February 27, 2027 | |
7:00 AM | Breakfast and Exhibits |
7:55 AM | Welcome & Announcements |
8:00 AM | No! It is not all Aspergillus: A Florida Man’s Guide to Infectious Disease Pathology Dr. Ryan Demkowicz |
9:00 AM | Infectious Disease Pathology Case Review Dr. Ryan Demkowicz |
9:30 AM | Break & Exhibits |
10:00 AM | Integrated Diagnosis of CNS Tumors: cIMPACT Updates, Molecular Advances, and Future Directions Dr. Raquel Yokoda |
11:00 AM | Neuropathology Case Review Dr. Raquel Yokoda |
11:30 PM | Case Review and Q&A Dr. Kelsey McHugh & Dr. Xiaoyan Cui |
12:30 PM | Announcements/Adjourn |
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 480-563-1500 and reference the courses' name at the Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic to make their reservations at the group rate of $269.00 per night.
You may also book directly online by using the link
Reservations must be received by Wednesday, January 27th, 2027, to receive the group rate of $269.00 per night plus applicable state and local taxes.
Course Directors
Kelsey McHugh, M.D.
Xiaoyan Cui, M.D.
Yasmeen Butt, M.D.
Guest Faculty
Raul Gonzales, M.D.
Lisa Rimsza, M.D.
Mayo Faculty
Amy Swanson, M.D.
Ryan Demkowicz, M.D.
Sounak Gupta, M.D.
James Lewis, M.D.
Mira Lotfalla, M.D.
Emma Johnson, M.D.
Judith Jebastin Thangaiah, M.D.
Henry Tazelaar, M.D.
Raquel Yokoda, M.D.
Valentina Zanfagnin, M.D.
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.
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.
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 | 7.5 |
| Friday | 7.5 |
| Saturday | 4.0 |
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 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 19.00 AOA Category 2-A
- 19.00 Attendance
To exhibit at this activity please complete and submit the Exhibit Agreement Form below.
Exhibit Space availability is based on the order completed forms are submitted until space runs out.
Exhibit space is not confirmed until the submitting representative is notified of their confirmation by a member of the Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development.
PROSPECTUS: 
View the prospectus to see available Exhibit and Sponsorship opportunities and complete the Letter of Agreement to request your space.
To see the course fee, please log in or create an account
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $825 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $750 |
| Student/Reside | $750 |
| All Livestream | $750 |
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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.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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