Description
USCAP Tips and Hints in Surgical Pathology 2026
Case-based diagnostic pearls for challenging surgical pathology cases across major organ systems—focused on nomenclature, classification, staging, histology, immunohistochemistry, and practical molecular integration.
Case-Based Discussions
IHC Updates
Tumor Staging
Molecular Essentials
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IHC Updates
Tumor Staging
Molecular Essentials
Explore All Pathology Products
Delivery note: provided via Google Drive with unlimited access and downloadable files.
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Course Overview
Join expert pathologists as they provide essential hints and tips for navigating difficult cases in surgical pathology.
The selected cases reflect challenges commonly encountered in daily practice, with focused insights on evolving
nomenclature, classification, staging, histologic interpretation, immunohistochemical decision-making, and where
molecular techniques add value. Coverage spans breast, bone and soft tissue, thoracic, genitourinary, gastrointestinal,
and gynecological pathology—delivered as high-yield case-based discussions.
The selected cases reflect challenges commonly encountered in daily practice, with focused insights on evolving
nomenclature, classification, staging, histologic interpretation, immunohistochemical decision-making, and where
molecular techniques add value. Coverage spans breast, bone and soft tissue, thoracic, genitourinary, gastrointestinal,
and gynecological pathology—delivered as high-yield case-based discussions.
Who Should Enroll
- Practicing surgical pathologists seeking updated strategies for ambiguous or high-stakes cases
- Pathology residents & fellows preparing for boards with real-world diagnostic framing
- Academic pathologists supervising trainees and discussing challenging consult material
- Subspecialty pathologists (GI, breast, thoracic, GU, gyn, BST) looking for cross-disciplinary pearls
- Lab directors & consultants integrating histopathology, IHC, and molecular diagnostics
Learning Objectives
- Provide current nomenclature of tumors by organ system
- Apply new immunohistochemical stains that aid diagnosis and avoid interpretation pitfalls
- Use current staging systems in tumor pathology for accurate reporting
- Understand the role and clinical utility of molecular diagnostics
- Learn practical approaches to difficult and controversial cases
What You’ll Learn
Diagnostic strategy
How experts de-risk difficult cases: framing the differential, selecting the next best test, and reporting confidently.
Nomenclature & classification
Staying current on tumor terminology and category shifts that impact sign-out and synoptic reporting.
IHC selection & pitfalls
Building small, efficient panels—plus recognizing misleading staining patterns and common interpretive traps.
Molecular integration
When molecular testing changes the diagnosis, prognosis, or classification—and how to communicate results clearly.
Topics & Faculty
- Breast Pathology – Hannah Wen, MD
- Gynecological Pathology – Oluwole Fadare, MD
- Thoracic Pathology – Cesar Moran, MD
- Gastrointestinal Pathology – Alyssa Krasinskas, MD
- Bone & Soft Tissue Pathology – Scott Lauer, MD
- Genitourinary Pathology – Angela Wu, MD
Access & Delivery
All files are delivered via Google Drive with unlimited access and downloadable files for offline study.
Medicine.ac does not provide CME, CE, or credits of any kind.
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| Prometric Pathology QBank 2025 (Offline) | Exam-style pathology practice in an offline format | ★★★★☆ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course case-based or lecture-based?
It is primarily case-based, focusing on real diagnostic dilemmas and practical “tips and hints” used by expert sign-out pathologists.
Which subspecialties are included?
Breast, bone & soft tissue, thoracic, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and gynecological pathology.
Does it cover IHC and molecular diagnostics?
Yes—this course includes immunohistochemical features and practical discussion of how molecular techniques can be applied in surgical pathology.
How is access delivered?
All materials are provided via Google Drive with unlimited access and downloadable files.
Where can I see all Pathology products?
Use the Pathology landing page:
https://medicine.ac/pathology.html
https://medicine.ac/pathology.html
Are credits included?
No. Medicine.ac does not provide CME, CE, or credits of any kind.
Student & Physician Experiences
★★★★★
Surgical Pathology (A.H.)
“High-yield case framing with realistic pitfalls. The IHC and staging reminders were exactly what I needed for daily sign-out.”
★★★★★
Pathology Resident (S.K.)
“Perfect for boards and real practice. The cross-organ approach helps you build a systematic way to handle tough differentials.”
★★★★☆
Community Practice (D.M.)
“Strong practical tips on nomenclature and classification updates. Helped me communicate diagnoses more clearly in reports.”
