Essentials of Pulmonary Pathology

Stay up to date with the latest advances in pulmonary pathology. This two-day course covers essential updates in lung cancer classification, staging, and biomarker testing, along with core principles for diagnosing interstitial lung diseases. Through expert-led lectures, case-based discussions, and interactive sessions, participants will gain the tools needed for accurate diagnosis and practical application in daily practice.

Key topics

  • Lung Cancer Classification and Staging
  • Biomarker Testing in Lung Cancer
  • Diagnosis of Major Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs)
  • Biopsy Interpretation, Including Cytology Specimens
  • Benign Mimics and Pitfalls in Small Lung Biopsies
  • Transbronchial Cryobiopsy in Diffuse Fibrotic Lung Disease

Learning objectives

After attending this course, you will:

  • Implement the updated guidelines for lung cancer classification and staging.
  • Apply an effective algorithm for managing small lung biopsies, including cytology specimens, for diagnosis and biomarker testing.
  • Diagnose major interstitial lung diseases with confidence, using updated criteria and patterns.

Essentials of Pulmonary Pathology 2025

June 26 – 27, 2025

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (June 26)
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (June 27)

ASCP Headquarters
33 W. Monroe Street
Chicago, IL 60603

CME Credits: 12

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Gain essential updates and practical strategies for handling pulmonary pathology cases. With evolving guidelines and complex diagnoses, this course offers critical insights for pathologists and lab professionals.

Why Attend?

With lung cancer guidelines rapidly evolving, this course will provide you with essential updates in classification, staging, and biomarker testing for early and late-stage lung cancers. Attendees will receive practical strategies to balance tissue preservation with accurate diagnosis in small lung biopsies.

The course also covers the diagnostic challenges of interstitial lung diseases (ILDs). Through case-based learning, you’ll gain practical insights into diagnosing these diseases, ensuring you are well-equipped to make treatment-critical diagnoses in practice.

Faculty

Chen Zhang, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Chief of Thoracic Pathology, Weill Cornell Medicine / New York Presbyterian Hospital

Jian Jing, MD, PhD, FASCP, Assistant Professor of Pathology, University of Colorado

Course Schedule

Day 1: June 26, 2025

  • 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Introductions/Icebreaker
  • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Lung Cancer Classification & Staging
  • 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Break
  • 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Biomarker Testing in Lung Cancer
  • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch
  • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Small Lung Biopsy Interpretation: Pitfalls and Benign Mimics
  • 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM: Break
  • 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM: Surgical Lung Biopsies for ILDs: Pattern Approach
  • 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Wrap-Up/Q&A

Day 2: June 27, 2025

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Transbronchial Cryobiopsy in Diffuse Fibrotic Lung Disease
  • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Digital Slide Review: Case-Based Learning
  • 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Break
  • 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM: Digital Slide Review: Case-Based Learning (Continued)
  • 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Wrap-Up/Q&A

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Earn 12 CME credits and expand your expertise.

Members

$799.00

Non-Members

$1,039.00

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Hampton Inn Majestic Chicago Theatre District (40 feet to ASCP Office)
22 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 332-5052
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Hyatt Centric - The Loop Chicago (700 feet to ASCP Office)
100 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL, 60603
(312) 236-1234
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The Gray Hotel (800 feet to ASCP Office)
122 West Monroe Street, Chicago IL 60603
(312) 750-9012
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Palmer House a Hilton Hotel ( 0.1 miles to ASCP Office)
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 726-7500
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W Hotel City Center (0.3 mile to ASCP Office)
172 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 332-1200
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Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Loop (0.4 miles to ASCP Office)
11 S La Salle St, Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 223-8500
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JW Marriott Chicago (0.4 miles to ASCP Office)
151 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
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