Breast Pathology

Masters of Pathology Series

Improve patient outcomes with this CME program detailing the latest advancements and emerging issues in Breast Pathology. Earn Lifelong Learning and SAM credits.

Stay Current in a Rapidly Changing Field

This CME program, featuring experts in the practice of Breast Pathology, is a comprehensive review of the core concepts and emerging trends in the field. Masters of Pathology Series – Breast Pathology covers updates on ER/PR/HER2 testing, contemporary issues in core needle biopsy, deceptive patterns and mimics of invasive breast cancer, and more. It will help you to better:

• Evaluate diagnostic criteria and clinical significance of common and uncommon benign, in situ, and malignant lesions
• Address differential diagnostic problems commonly encountered in breast pathology
• Gain the latest information on the uses and limitations of IHC in diagnostic breast pathology
• Understand the latest guidelines for ER, PR and HER2 testing and reporting

• Atypical Ductal Proliferations - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Lobular Carcinoma in Situ; Classical and Non-classical Forms - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Ductal Carcinoma in Situ: Diagnostic Evaluation and Problematic Patterns - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Papillary Lesions - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Fibroepithelial Neoplasms - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Mucinous Lesions - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Specimen Handling, Margin Evaluation and Reporting - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Current Issues for Core Needle Biopsy of the Breast - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Evaluation of Cancers Treated with Neoadjuvant Systemic Therapy - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• ER/PR/HER2 Testing-Updates - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Spindle Cell Lesions - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Special Types of Invasive Breast Cancers - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Deceptive Patterns and Mimics of Invasive Breast Cancer - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

• Newer Prognostic and Predictive Factors - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Nipple Lesions - Laura C. Collins, MD

• Vascular Lesions - Melinda J. Lerwill, MD

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this CME activity, the participant will be able to:

• Evaluate diagnostic criteria and clinical significance of various common and uncommon benign, in situ and malignant lesions of the breast in both core needle biopsy specimens and surgical specimens
• Describe differential diagnostic problems commonly encountered in breast pathology and develop strategies to resolve them in the practice environment
• Utilize the latest information on the uses and limitations of immunohistochemistry in resolving diagnostic problems in breast pathology
• Understand the updated guidelines for ER, PR and HER2 testing and reporting

Intended Audience

This educational activity was designed for practicing pathologists, and residents including forensic pathologists.