Mayo Clinic Thoracic Pathology Workshop 2026

September 11, 2026 to September 12, 2026

This course is offering live (in-person) only.

Course Director: Andras Khoor, MD, PhD

September 11 -12, 2026 - Semmelweis University - Budapest, Hungary

This two-day course will provide pathologists, pulmonologists, residents, and fellows with pivotal diagnostic, predictive and prognostic information on many forms of neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases of the lung, pleura, and heart.  The course features a keynote presentation on AI and workshops with an opportunity to present your own cases. Clinicians and a radiologist will provide background information.

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Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$489
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$389

Target Audience

This course is designed for pathologists, pulmonologists, residents, fellows, and other clinicians with an interest in pulmonary pathology.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Recognize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis of thoracic diseases
  • Identify diagnostic criteria for tumors of the lung
  • Select current guidelines for appropriate test utilization
  • Recognize interstitial and alveolar filling patterns of interstitial lung disease
  • Assess the importance of AI in the future of thoracic pathology

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
Available credit: 
  • 10.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 10.75 Attendance
Event starts: 
09/11/2026 - 7:00am
Event ends: 
09/12/2026 - 4:00pm
Cost:
$489.00

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Friday, September 11, 2026

7:30 am

Registration

8:00 am

Opening Remarks

8:05 am

Announcements

Andras Khoor, MD, PhD

8:15 am

Bronchoscopic Sampling Techniques

Sebastian Fernandez-Bussy, MD

8:45 am

Lung Cancer Treatment from the Surgeon’s Perspective

Mathew Thomas, MBBS, MD

9:15 am

Lung Cancer Treatment from the Oncologist’s Perspective

Vamsi Velcheti, MD

9:45 am

Break

10:15 am

Keynote Presentation: AI in Thoracic Pathology

Jennifer Boland Froemming, MD

11:05 am

Workshop #1*: Biomarker Testing on Common Forms of Lung Cancer

Yin-Chun Lo, MD, PhD

12:05 pm

Lunch

1:00 am

Workshop #2: Unusual Lung Tumors

Philip Hurst, MD

2:00 pm

Workshop #3: Pleuritis and Tumors of the Pleura

Joanne Yi, MD

3:00 pm

Adjourn

 

*Workshops (60 min) will follow the format below:

  • My approach to….                                                                           10 min
  • Case presentations (including cases submitted by participants)      40 min
  • Questions                                                                                         10 min
 

 

 

Saturday, September 12, 2026

7:30 am

Registration

8:00 am

Announcements

Andras Khoor, MD, PhD

8:05 am

The Pulmonologist’s Approach to Interstitial Lung Disease

Augustine Lee, MD

8:35 am

The Rheumatologist’s Approach to Interstitial Lung Disease

Andy Abril, MD

9:05 am

HRCT Patterns of Interstitial Lung Disease

Justin Stowell, MD

9:35 am

Break

10:05 am

Workshop #4: Interstitial Lung Disease: Interstitial Patterns

Andras Khoor, MD, PhD

11:05 am

Workshop #5: Interstitial Lung Disease: Alveolar Filling Patterns

Henry Tazelaar, MD

12:05 pm

Lunch

1:00 pm

Workshop #6: Lymphoid Lesions of the Lung

David Li, MD

2:00 pm

Workshop #7: Diseases of the Heart

Joseph Maleszewski, MD

3:00 pm

Adjourn

 

Semmelweis University
H-1085 Budapest, Üllői út 26.
1st Department of Pathology and Experimental Cancer Research
Budapest
Hungary

Semmelweis University
H-1085 Budapest, Üllői út 26.
1st Department of Pathology and Experimental Cancer Research
Budapest, Hungary

Travel

Recommended Hotels: 10 minute walk

Hotel Palazzo Zichy
H-1088 Budapest, Lőrinc pap tér 2.
Tel.: +36 1 235 4000
Fax: +36 1 235 4009
Hotel Website

The building, a former palace from the 19th century was turned into a four-star hotel in 2009 and has been welcoming guests with 80 well-equipped contemporary style rooms. The facade and the interior preserved the beauty of the old mansion built for the famous Hungarian noble, Count Nándor Zichy and for his family. The hotel is situated in the Palace District surrounded by restaurants, bars, terraces, cafes and little shops. The building is within walking distance of the Hungarian National Museum, the Great Synagogue, the Great Market Hall and the Holocaust Memorial Center.

Mercure Budapest Korona
Kecskemeti utca 14
1053 Budapest
Hungary
Hotel Website

Mercure Budapest Korona is the best located hotel in Budapest. Situated in the heart of the city with beautiful surroundings, it is located at the entrance of the popular pedestrian area. The River Danube, Market Hall, exclusive shops and famous baths are within walking distance. The hotel has excellent and direct access from the airport in addition to onsite parking. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and wellness area to relax. You can choose from Privilege Rooms or Suites to ensure your full comfort.

All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

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 10.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians 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

  • 10.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 10.75 Attendance

Mayo Clinic recognizes these types of educational programs would not be possible without your support; however, Mayo Clinic Thoracic Pathology Workshop 2026 is not able to offer any opportunities at this time.

Price

Cost:
$489.00
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Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$489
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$389

 

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