25th Annual Seminar in Pathology Thursday Sunday, April 26 29, 2018 Sheraton Station Square Hotel Pittsburgh, PA 15219 SPONSORED BY The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Allegheny General Hospital Allegheny Health Network Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conference Overview This four-day extensive review of multiple systems in anatomic pathology will allow anatomic pathologists to become more proficient in different fields of pathology. The didactic presentations from leading national experts in the field of pathology will provide in-depth discussions of problems in diagnoses that practicing pathologists face in their hospitals in day-to-day activities. The seminar will also help residents and fellows with their specialty boards. Intended Audience and Conference Objectives This seminar is intended primarily for practicing pathologists, fellows, residents, and other health care professionals. At the conclusion of this seminar, participants should be able to: Demonstrate improvement in diagnostic skill in problematic areas of anatomical pathology Identify, classify, and differentiate benign, premalignant and malignant lesions in different organs Apply special immunostains and molecular testing in the evaluation of non-neoplastic and neoplastic diseases Communicate results effectively with the clinicians and better appreciate the importance of clinicopathologic correlation Accreditation Physicians Allegheny General Hospital is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Allegheny General Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 26.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses For the purpose of recertification, the American Nurses Credentialing Center accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits issued by organizations accredited by the ACCME. Non-Physicians Allegheny General Hospital certifies participation in this educational activity, which has been designated for a maximum of 26.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
Conference Chairman Jan F. Silverman, MD Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Drexel University College of Medicine and Temple University School of Medicine System Chair, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Allegheny Health Network Director of Anatomic Pathology Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Faculty N. Volkan Adsay, MD Professor, Department of Pathology Medical College of Wisconsin Milwaukee, Wisconsin Jennifer A. Brainard MD Cytopathology Section Head Vice Chair of Pathology Operations Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, Ohio Andrew Churg MD, PhD Professor of Pathology University of British Columbia Pathologist, Vancouver General Hospital Vancouver, BC Canada Savitri Krishnamurthy, MD Professor of Pathology The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Deputy Division Head Director of Clinical Trials Research and Development Houston, Texas Laura W. Lamps, MD Godfrey D. Stobbe Professor and Director of Gastrointestinal Pathology Patient Safety Officer, University of Michigan Health System University of Michigan Hospitals Ann Arbor, Michigan Kiril Trpkov MD, FRCPC Professor of Pathology Genitourinary Pathology Group Leader Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine University of Calgary, Calgary Laboratory Services, Calgary, Alberta, Canada Robert H. Young, MD, FRCPath Robert E. Scully Professor of Pathology, Harvard Medical School Pathologist, Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, Massachusetts Jennifer L. Hunt, MD, MEd Chair of Pathology Aubrey J. Hough Endowed Professor University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, Arkansas Disclosure of Significant Relationships with Relevant Commercial Companies In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the policy of Allegheny General Hospital, presenters must disclose all relevant financial relationships, which in the context of their presentation(s), could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest, (e.g., ownership of stock, honoraria, or consulting fees). Any identifiable conflicts will be resolved prior to the activity. Any such relationships will be disclosed to the learner prior to the presentation(s).
Conference Schedule Thursday, April 26, 2018 7:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 7:50 a.m. Introduction Jan F. Silverman, MD 8:00 a.m. Noon GI Laura W. Lamps, MD 9:30-10:00 a.m. Break Noon Lunch Visit Exhibits 1:00-5:00 p.m. Biliary/Pancreas N. Volkan Adsay, MD 2:15-2:45 p.m. and 3:45-4:00 p.m. Break 5:30 p.m. Reception for Registrants, Faculty and Guests Pathology and Humanities Event The History of Genitourinary Pathology Selected Luminous Pathologists and the Entities They Described Robert H. Young, MD Friday, April 27, 2018 7:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - Noon GYN Pathology Robert H. Young, MD 9:30-10:00 a.m. Break Noon Lunch Visit Exhibits 1:00-5:00 p.m. GU Pathology Kiril Trpkov, MD, FRCPC 2:15-2:45 p.m. and 3:45-4:00 p.m. Break Saturday, April 28, 2018 7:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - Noon Thoracic Pathology Andrew Churg, MD, PhD 9:30-10:00 a.m. Break Noon Lunch Visit Exhibits 1:00-5:00 p.m. Breast Pathology Savitri Krishnamurthy, MD 2:15-2:45 p.m. and 3:45-4:00 p.m. Break Sunday, April 29, 2018 7:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Noon Head and Neck Pathology Jennifer L. Hunt, MD, MEd 9:30-10:00 a.m. Break Noon Lunch Visit Exhibits 12:45-3:45 p.m. Cytopathology Jennifer A. Brainard, MD 2:00-2:30 p.m. Break 4:00 p.m. Adjournment
Seminar Location and Parking Sheraton Station Square Hotel 300 West Station Square Drive Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 (412) 261-2000 The seminar will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, one of the most beautiful cities in the country. Its revitalized downtown and excellent neighborhoods have earned Pittsburgh recognition as one of the most livable cities in the country. The seminar will take place at the Sheraton Station Square Hotel, located a bridge away from Pittsburgh s Golden Triangle. Downtown and other areas can be reached by trolley, just a few yards from the hotel, which is located in the renowned Station Square, one of the nicest areas of Pittsburgh with some of the finest restaurants. Also located there is the Gateway Clipper Fleet which offers sightseeing, dining and dancing cruises. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Sheraton Station Square Hotel at $179 + tax for single/double occupancy. Reservations may be made by calling 412.261-2000 or 800.325.3535 or online at https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start. action?id=1610064943&key=2f3f2f1a. Please indicate that you are attending the Allegheny General Hospital Pathology Seminar in order to receive the special group rates. Reservation deadline is March 28, 2017. Airport van/bus transportation to and from the hotel is available. The hotel can also be reached from the airport by taxi or rental car. Driving Directions From the Pittsburgh International Airport Take 60 South (Pittsburgh) to Interstate 279 North to Exit 5-C (West End). Bear right and continue for approximately one mile. At the second light, turn right onto Carson Street (Route 837). The hotel is approximately 1.5 miles on the left. From the East Take Interstate 376 West to the Grant Street Exit (1C). Turn left at the first light onto Fort Pitt Boulevard. Stay in the left lane and go one block to Smithfield Street. Turn left at the light onto the Smithfield Street Bridge, and the Station Square entrance is at the end of the bridge. From the North Take Interstate 79 South to I-279 South to Fort Pitt Bridge. Stay in the far right lane and exit 5-C (West End) just before the tunnel. This will put you on Carson Street. (Route 837). Turn right at the first light and follow the access road to the hotel. From the South Take Route 79 North to I-279 North (Pittsburgh). Take Exit 5-C (West End) and bear to the right. Continue for approximately one mile and at the second light, turn right onto Carson Street (Route 837). The hotel is approximately 1.5 miles on the left.
Refund Policy A refund of the registration fee, less a $100 processing fee, will be made when a written request or a telephone request followed by a written confirmation is received prior to April 16, 2018. After this date, refunds cannot be made. Fees will not be refunded for failure to attend. Registration Information Early registration is suggested due to limited space in the ballroom. The registration fee includes the course materials, continental breakfast, lunch, break refreshments. DEADLINE: April 16, 2018. (Registrations will be taken after the deadline date on a space-available basis.) TO REGISTER: To register online, please go to www.aghcme.org. To mail or fax your, registration, please complete the registration form and return it with the registration fee or fax to: Continuing Medical Education Allegheny General Hospital 320 East North Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15212-4772 Fax 412.359.8218 The preferred method of payment is by VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover; however checks will be accepted made payable to Allegheny General Hospital. Additional Information For additional information concerning the conference, please contact the Continuing Medical Education office by e-mail at rachel.phillips@ahn.org, by telephone at 412-359-4952.
Registration Form 25th Annual Seminar in Pathology Fee: Full Course Pathologists/Physicians $925 Repeat Pathologists/Physicians* $825 Fully Retired Physician $500 Fellows**, Residents**, Other Health Care Professionals $550 Repeat Fellows*(**) and Residents*(**) $400 * Attended any previous seminar(s). ** Registration must be accompanied by a letter from Chief of Service. Any Single Day (No discount) Pathologists/Physicians $250 Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Fellows**, Residents**, Other Health Care Professionals $150 Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday NAME DEGREE AFFILIATION ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP TELEPHONE ( ) EMAIL ADDRESS METHOD OF PAYMENT: CREDIT CARD TYPE: Credit Card Check Visa MasterCard American Express Discover If you require assistance with hearing, vision or mobility to make this conference accessible to you, please check this box and contact the CME office at 412-359-4952 at least two weeks prior to the conference date. TOTAL AMOUNT CREDIT CARD # EXP. DATE NAME ON CARD SIGNATURE* * By signing this form, I authorize Allegheny General Hospital to charge my credit card for the above amount. My signature also indicates that I will not dispute this charge in the future through my credit card company.
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