Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026

Rochester, MN US
October 2, 2026 to October 3, 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.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 14.00 AAPA Category 1
  • 14.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 14.00 ANCC
  • 14.00 Attendance
Event starts: 
10/02/2026 - 6:45am
Event ends: 
10/03/2026 - 5:00pm

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
Vesna D. Garovic, M.D., Ph.D.

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
Ladan Zand, M.D.

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

 

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

 

 

  

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
Sanjeev Sethi, M.D., Ph.D.

8:30 AM

Advances in Management of Patients with MN
Fernando C. Fervenza, M.D., Ph.D.

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
Paola Romagnani, M.D., Ph.D.

11:20 AM

Treatment Approach to Patients with Primary Podocytopathy
Richard J. Glassock, M.D., F.A.S.N.

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?
Nelson Leung, M.D.

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

Marriott Hotel Rochester
101 First Avenue SW
Rochester, MN 55902
United States

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.

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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 PDF icon Selected Topics in Glomerular Diseases and Kidney Pathology 2026 Prospectus.pdf (PDF). 

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