Masters of Pathology : Cytopathology 2020

Overview

Masters of Pathology : Cytopathology 2020 is a comprehensive on-demand course providing extensive coverage of cytopathology topics, including the Bethesda, Milan, Paris, and International Systems for reporting various cytopathology specimens. Through expert-led discussions on thyroid, salivary gland, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, serous fluids, bone and soft tissue, lymph node, gynecologic, pulmonary, renal, adrenal, breast, and urinary cytology, this course supports professional development in pathology.

On-demand pathology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This course consists of a series of detailed presentations focusing on the latest concepts, diagnostic criteria, reporting systems, and clinical relevance within cytopathology.

• Thyroid I: Updates in The Bethesda System for Reporting Thyroid Cytopathology — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Thyroid II – Benign and Indeterminate Findings — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Thyroid III: Neoplasia — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Thyroid Cytopathology – Current Status and Future Directions — Syed Z. Ali, MD, FIAC and Kristen E. Natale, DO
• Salivary Gland I: Introduction to The Milan System for Reporting Salivary Gland Cytopathology — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Salivary Gland II: Updates on Specific Entities & Pitfalls — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Salivary Gland FNA and the Milan System – Conversation with the Expert — William C. Faquin, MD, PhD and Kristen E. Natale, DO
• Hepatobiliary Cytopathology — M. Lisa Zhang, MD
• Pancreas I – Current Concepts and Benign/Reactive Findings — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Pancreas II – Solid Lesions — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Pancreas III – Cystic Lesions — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Serous Fluids I: Current Concepts and The International System for Reporting Serous Fluid Cytopathology (TIS) — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Serous Cavity II – Pleural Fluids: Can We Diagnose Mesothelioma on a Cytology Specimen? — Paul A. VanderLaan, MD, PhD
• Serous Cavity III – Pelvic Washings — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• The International System for Reporting Serous Fluid Cytopathology – Conversation with the Expert — Ashish Chandra, FRCPath, DipRCPath, (Cytol) and Kristen E. Natale, DO
• Bone and Soft Tissue I: Adipocytic and Myxoid Neoplasms — Vickie Y. Jo, MD
• Bone and Soft Tissue II: Spindle Cell Tumors — Vickie Y. Jo, MD
• Bone and Soft Tissue III: Round Cell Sarcomas — Vickie Y. Jo, MD
• Bone and Soft Tissue IV: Epithelioid and Pleomorphic Neoplasms — Vickie Y. Jo, MD
• Lymph Node Cytology Part 1: Benign and Infectious — Sara Monaco, MD
• Lymph Node Cytology Part 2: Malignant Lymphomas and Beyond — Sara Monaco, MD
• Cerebrospinal Fluid – What Not to Miss — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Gynecologic Cytology Part 1: The Papanicolaou Test and Squamous Lesions — Michael J. Thrall, MD
• Gynecologic Cytology Part 2: Glandular Cells and Abnormalities, Rare Malignancies, and Organisms — Michael J. Thrall, MD
• Gynecologic Cytology Part 3: Human Papillomavirus Testing and Clinical Management — Michael J. Thrall, MD
• Pulmonary I – Cytology of NSCLC: Morphology Still Matters! — Paul A. VanderLaan, MD, PhD
• Pulmonary II – Pulmonary Neuroendocrine Tumors: Not Every Lung Cancer is an Adeno or a Squam — Paul A. VanderLaan, MD, PhD
• Pulmonary III – Ancillary Testing in NSCLC: What Information Does Your Oncologist Need? — Paul A. VanderLaan, MD, PhD
• Pulmonary IV – Non-Neoplastic Pulmonary Cytology: Bugs, BALs, and Beyond — Paul A. VanderLaan, MD, PhD
• Kidney – Fine Needle Aspiration — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Adrenal Gland and Kidney/Adrenal Unknowns — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Breast I — Christine Noga Booth, MD
• Breast II — Christine Noga Booth, MD
• Urine I – Introduction to The Paris System and Current Concepts — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• Urine II – Applying The Paris System — Christopher J. VandenBussche, MD, PhD
• The Paris System for Reporting Urinary Cytology: The Long Road to Paris and Beyond – Conversation with the Expert — Dorothy L Rosenthal, MD and Kristen E. Natale, DO

Speakers

This course features a panel of expert pathologists specializing in cytopathology, contributing in-depth knowledge on various organ systems and diagnostic methodologies. Presenters include specialists with MD, PhD, and other professional credentials, representing authoritative perspectives within the field. Contributors have a strong background in clinical cytopathology and reporting systems, providing a comprehensive learning experience.

Target Audience

This course is designed for practicing pathologists, pathology trainees, cytotechnologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in cytopathology diagnosis and reporting who seek to enhance their expertise in current cytopathology classification systems and diagnostic approaches.

Why This Topic Matters

Masters of Pathology : Cytopathology 2020 addresses critical areas in cytopathology, underpinning accurate specimen evaluation and standardized reporting essential to pathology practice. Staying updated on current reporting systems and diagnostic standards strengthens pathologists’ confidence and diagnostic accuracy within the specialty.

MedHub Central offers this course to support continuing education that is relevant and applicable in daily pathology workflows. The content reinforces core cytopathology principles and emerging concepts important to maintaining professional competence and clinical relevance.