April 29–May 2, 2008
Divani Caravel Hotel
Athens, Greece

Description

The 15th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses unique challenges and problems encountered in today’s practice. Participants will simultaneously review case histories, examine images by virtual microscopy, and formulate diagnoses. The unique subtleties and differentiating characteristics of each diagnosis will then be highlighted. Participants will also discuss the patient management strategy used in each case.

During the four-day conference, 38 cases will be presented and discussed. Three to four specialty areas will be featured each day. Cases will be presented in cardiovascular pathology, pulmonary pathology, soft tissue pathology, gastrointestinal pathology, liver pathology and genitourinary pathology.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of the conference, participants should be able to:

• Identify common diagnostic problems of pathologies selected for study
• Interpret appropriate ancillary tests for study cases
• Classify each case according to pathology type
• Enumerate the treatment options of each case diagnosis
• Integrate diagnostic, clinical, and pathological challenges in pathologist/clinician communication methods

Disclaimer

Attendance at this Mayo conference does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures that may be discussed or taught in this course.

Intended Audience

This course is designed for practicing surgical pathologists. Other medical laboratory scientists or physicians interested in enhancing their delivery of care also may benefit from this program.

Credit

College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic designates this educational activity for a maximum of 17.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.