Tips and Tricks for GI Biopsy Interpretation
July 6 - 13, 2025
Rhonda K. Yantiss, M.D.
Cruise Ship: Discovery Princess
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™: 11.5
Product ID: PATHYC25
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CRUISE ITINERARY ABOARD THE DISCOVERY PRINCESS
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Seattle, Washington
Sunday, July 6, 2025 |
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3:00 PM |
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At Sea
Monday, July 7, 2025 |
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Ketchikan, Alaska
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 |
6:30 AM |
3:00 PM |
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Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier (Scenic Cruising), Alaska
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 |
5:00 AM |
9:00 PM |
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5 |
Juneau, Alaska
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 |
12:30 PM |
9:00 PM |
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6 |
Skagway, Alaska
Thursday, July 10, 2025 |
6:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
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7 |
At Sea
Friday, July 11, 2025 |
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Victoria, Canada
Saturday, July 12, 2025 |
7:00 PM |
11:59 PM |
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9 |
Seattle, Washington
Sunday, July 13, 2025 |
7:00 AM |
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About This Meeting
This seminar is designed to provide a practical review of current topics in gastrointestinal pathology. Dr. Rhonda Yantiss will discuss diagnostic pearls that can help surgical pathologists handling cases from the gastrointestinal tract, as well as the pitfalls to be aware of to avoid misdiagnoses. Topics will focus on biopsy interpretation and cover a spectrum of inflammatory conditions, as well as colorectal polyps. Appendiceal neoplasms and colorectal cancer staging issues will also be addressed.
Target Audience
This CME activity is primarily intended and designed to educate pathologists.
Educational Objectives
Attendees should, at the completion of this course, be able to:
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Discuss iatrogenic forms of gastrointestinal tract injury.
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Recognize, assess and diagnose colorectal polyps.
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Develop a differential diagnosis for the malabsorptive pattern in duodenal biopsies.
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Distinguish IBD from its mimics.
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Recognize various types of esophageal injury in biopsy samples.
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Develop an approach to patterns of gastric injury.
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Identify key features that aid pathologic assessment of colorectal carcinomas.
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Understand the classification of appendiceal neoplasms.
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Formulate a differential diagnosis for mass-forming lesions of the anus.
No special educational preparation is required for this CME activity.
ADA Compliance
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Disclaimer
Educational Symposia (ESI) as planner and presenter of this meeting, and Professional Travel as the official travel agency for this meeting, claim no liability for the acts of any suppliers or the safety of any attendees while in transit to, from, or during this event or any optional activities. The total amount of liability, if any, for the meeting organizer is limited to a refund of the registration fee, and Professional Travel's responsibility is limited to that of an agent.
Course Organization
This program is planned and organized by Educational Symposia, a leader in accredited continuing education since 1975.
Acknowledgement
Educational Symposia appreciates our corporate supporters and exhibitors. A list of industry supporters will be provided and acknowledged at the meeting.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be received in writing by sending an e-mail to
cancel@edusymp.com. There is a $100 processing fee applied to all cancellations. Cancellations made in writing prior to 6/22/25 will be issued a refund for the amount of tuition paid less the $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made on or after 6/22/25.
Registration Information
Tuition includes all course materials, an electronic color course syllabus and coffee breaks. Early registration is strongly suggested. There will be a $100 surcharge for anyone registering after 6/22/25. Minimum and maximum attendance levels have been established for this meeting. If your registration cannot be accepted, you will be issued a full tuition refund.
Accreditation Statement
Physicians: Educational Symposia is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Educational Symposia designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.5
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This program is planned and organized by Educational Symposia, a leader in accredited continuing education since 1975.
This activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essential Areas and Elements.
Rhonda K. Yantiss, M.D.
Clinical Professor
Co-Chief of Anatomic Pathology Division
Director of Surgical Pathology Section
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, FL
MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025
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8:00 – 9:00 AM |
Patterns of Esophagitis Beyond Gastroesophageal Reflux |
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9:00 – 10:00 |
Evaluating Early Neoplasia in Esophageal Biopsies |
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10:00 – 10:10 |
Coffee Break |
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10:10 – 11:10 |
A Practical Approach to Gastric Biopsies |
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11:10 – 12:10 |
Celiac Disease and Its Differential Diagnosis |
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12:10 – 2:00 PM |
Lunch on Your Own |
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2:00 – 3:00 |
IBD and Its Mimics |
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3:00 – 4:00 |
Anal Pathology 101 |
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4:00 – 4:15 |
Question and Answer Session |
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4:15 |
End of Session |
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FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2025
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8:00 – 9:00 AM |
Ischemic Enterocolitis and Its Mimics |
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9:00 – 10:00 |
Classifying Colorectal Polyps |
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10:00 – 10:10 |
Coffee Break |
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10:10 – 11:10 |
The Differential Diagnosis of Colitis |
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11:10 – 12:10 |
Challenging Issues in Colorectal Cancer Staging |
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12:10 – 2:00 PM |
Lunch On Your Own |
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2:00 – 3:00 |
Classification of Appendiceal Neoplasms |
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3:00 – 3:15 |
Question and Answer Session |
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3:15 |
End of Course |
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*** Ends Midnight Sunday, May 4th 
