Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options.

October 2 -3, 2026 - Marriott Hotel Rochester - Rochester, Minnesota
Course Directors: Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Leticia Rolon, M.D., Ladan Zand, M.D.
This two-day course offers a comprehensive, practice-focused update on glomerular diseases, including IgA nephropathy, lupus nephritis, vasculitis, membranous nephropathy, and podocytopathies, alongside kidney pathology. Using case-based discussions and histopathologic review, it addresses diagnostic approaches, biomarkers, classification systems, and evidence-based management for clinical application.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $700 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $625 |
| Residents, Fellows | $450 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, and resident fellows.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Apply evidence-based, patient-centered approaches to the diagnosis and management of a broad spectrum of glomerular diseases.
- Integrate clinical, serologic, genetic, and histopathologic data to refine diagnosis and guide individualized treatment strategies.
- Evaluate emerging diagnostic tools and therapies to improve outcomes in complex immune-mediated and complement-mediated kidney diseases.
- Manage high-risk and special populations, including patients with pregnancy-related kidney disease and paraprotein-associated disorders.
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.
Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026 | ||
Marriott Hotel, Rochester, Minnesota | ||
October 2-3, 2026 | ||
Day 1 | Friday, October 2, 2026 | |
6:45 AM | Breakfast, Registration and Exhibits | |
6:55 AM | Optional Product Theater: Company 1 (no CME credit) Location: Amphitheater | |
7:55 AM | Welcome & Announcements | |
Session I: IgA Nephropathy and Genetics Moderator: Leticia Rolon, M.D. | ||
8:00 AM | What Should Our Approach Be When Managing a Patient with IgA Nephropathy? Ladan Zand, M.D. | |
8:40 AM | Q&A | |
8:45 AM | How to Manage Patients with IgA Nephropathy: Case-Based Discussion Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D. Panel: Richard J. Glassock, M.D., F.A.S.N., Ali Poyan Mehr, M.D., Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D. | |
9:45 AM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
9:55 AM | When Should We Consider Genetic Testing in Patients with glomerular diseases? Ann M. Moyer, M.D., Ph.D. | |
10:20 AM | Q&A Ann M. Moyer, M.D., Ph.D. | |
10:25 AM | AM Break & Exhibits | |
Session II: Lupus Nephritis Moderator: Mireille El Ters, M.D. | ||
10:45 AM | Endpoints in Lupus Nephritis Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D. | |
11:15 AM | Lupus Management from a Rheumatologist Point of View Ali A. Duarte Garcia, M.D. | |
11:40 AM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
11:50 PM | Lunch & Exhibits | |
12:00 PM | Optional Product Theater: Company 2 (no CME credit) Location: Amphitheater | |
Session III: MPGN and Fibrils Moderator: Ali Poyan Mehr, M.D. | ||
1:00 PM | Treatment Options for Patients with C3GN and Immune Complex MPGN
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1:25 PM | Q&A | |
1:30 PM | Pathology of MPGN: Case-Based Discussion Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Sanjeev Sethi, M.D., Ph.D.; and Richard J. Glassock, M.D., F.A.S.N. | |
2:30 PM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
2:35 PM | How to Make Sense of Fibrils on Kidney Pathology Priya P. Alexander, M.D. | |
3:00 PM | Q&A Priya P. Alexander, M.D. | |
3:05 PM | PM Break & Exhibits | |
Session IV: Vasculitis Moderator: Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D. | ||
3:25 PM | How to Treat Patients with ANCA Associated Vasculitis with Severe Renal Involvement Ulrich Specks, M.D. | |
3:50 PM | Cryoglobulin Vasculitis: Diagnosis and Management Dario Roccatello, M.D., Ph.D. | |
4:15 PM | Challenging Cases of ANCA Associated Vasculitis and Cryoglobulinemic Glomerulonephritis Leticia Rolon, M.D. | |
4:45 PM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
5:00 PM | Adjourn | |
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Day 2 | Saturday, October 3, 2026 | |
6:45 AM | Breakfast & Exhibits | |
6:55 AM | Optional Product Theater: Company 3 (no CME credit) Location: Amphitheater | |
7:55 AM | Welcome Announcement Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D. | |
Session I: Membranous Nephropathy Moderator: Andrea G. Kattah, M.D. | ||
8:00 AM | Role of Mass Spectrometry and Antigen-Based Approach in MN | |
8:30 AM | Advances in Management of Patients with MN | |
9:00 | Q&A Session Presenters | |
9:10 AM | Case-based Discussion on Management of Patients with MN Moderator: Leticia Rolon, M.D. Expert panel: Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D., Sanjeev Sethi, M.D., Ph.D., Ladan Zand, M.D., Ali Poyan Mehr, M.D. | |
10:10 AM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
10:20 AM | AM Break and Exhibits | |
Session II: Podocytopathy and Pregnancy Moderator: Leticia Rolon, M.D. | ||
10:40 AM | What is New in the Pathology and Pathogenesis of Podocytopathy | |
11:20 AM | Treatment Approach to Patients with Primary Podocytopathy | |
11:50 AM | Pregnancy Discussion and Planning in Patients with Glomerular Diseases Andrea G. Kattah, M.D. | |
12:15 AM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
12:30 AM | Lunch and Exhibits | |
12:40 PM | Optional Product Theater: Company 4 (no CME credit) Location: Amphitheater | |
Session III: Fibrils/Paraproteins/TMA Moderator: Loren P. Herrera Hernandez, M.D. | ||
1:40 PM | How do Monoclonal Proteins Impact the Kidney? | |
2:10 PM | Management of Patients with Fibrillary GN Ladan Zand, M.D. | |
2:40 PM | Thrombotic Microangiopathy and the Kidneys Meera Sridharan, M.D., Ph.D. | |
3:10 PM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
3:25 PM | PM Break & Exhibits | |
Session IV: Diabetic Nephropathy Moderator: Ladan Zand, M.D. | ||
3:45 PM | Pathology of Diabetic Kidney Disease Alessia Buglioni, M.D. | |
4:15 PM | Diabetic Nephrology in 2026: New Therapeutic Frontiers Aleksandra Kukla, M.D. | |
4:45 PM | Q&A | |
4:55 PM | Adjourn | |
There is a limited room block available for attendees for this course at a rate of $213 per night. Hotel’s room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 15.13%) in effect at the time of check-out. Reservations can be made using the room block link or by calling (800) 228-9290 or (507) 280-6000. Reservations by attendees must be received on or before September 10, 2026.
Hotel parking is available in attached parking ramp at our standard parking rates.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D.
Leticia Rolon, M.D.
Ladan Zand, 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.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 14.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 14.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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.
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
- 14.00 AAPA Category 1
- 14.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 14.00 ANCC
- 14.00 Attendance
In response to company inquiries, we are excited to share that Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026 course has expanded its commercial support offerings to include a variety of sponsorship opportunities! Please review our
Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026 Prospectus.pdf (PDF).
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $700 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $625 |
| Residents, Fellows | $450 |
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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.
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