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15th Annual Course on Contemporary Issues in Cytopathology

May 2, 2009

The University of Texas
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Bates-Freeman-Jones Building 
2nd Floor, Yellow Section
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77030

Program

During this one-day course participants will attend lectures presented by recognized professionals in cytopathology. In addition, clinical faculty will offer two workshops, and cytotechnology students will present posters.

Objectives

Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to:

  • Cytologic criteria for diagnosing body cavity fluids and helpful ancillary diagnostic tests
  • Understanding the future of cytotechnology profession and new developments
  • Various molecular and Immunocytochemistry techniques and the role of the cytotechnologist
  • Recognizing light microscopic criteria for diagnosing conditions of the breast on fine needle aspirations
  • Identifying morphology of cells from unknown gynecologic cases and consider differential diagnoses

Continuing Medical Education Credits

Upon completion of the program, participants will receive 5.5 “R” credits awarded by the American Society of Cytopathology.

Schedule and Clinical Faculty

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Morning Session: Lectures 

7:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast

8:00 a.m. 

"Common Immunomarkers: Cytologist's Friend in Need"
-- Savitri Krishnamurthy, M.D.

9:15 a.m. 

"Challenges a Cytotechnologist Faces in the 21st Century"
-- Rene Luzadder, CT(ASCP)

10:15 a.m. 

"State Licensure: Things to Think About"
-- Indra Balachandran, Ph.D., SCT(ASCP)

11:00 a.m. 

Student Presentations
-- Guided by John Stewart, M.D.

11:30 to 1:00 Poster Session, Lunch and Vendor Show

Afternoon Session: Workshops 

1:00 p.m. 

Virtual Microscopic Workshop: FNA of the Breast
-- Yun Gong, M.D.

2:30 p.m. 

Virtual Microscopic Workshop: Gyn Cytology/Histology Correlation
-- Grace Jackson, M.D.

3:45 p.m. Door Prizes and Wrap Up

Disclosures

Registration is due by April 15, 2009, as space and materials are limited. This course is approved by the American Society of Cytopathology. Note: Page will open in a new browser window.

Faculty Roster

Highly qualified and experienced in the field of cytopathology, clinical faculty members include:

  • Yun Gong, M.D.
    Assistant Professor
    The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • Stephanie A. Hamilton, Ed.D.,  SCT (ASCP) IAC
    Cytotechnology Program Director
    Assistant Professor
    The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • Grace Jackson, M.D.
    Cytopathology Fellow
    Baylor College of Medicine
  • Savitri Krishnamurthy, M.D.
    Associate Professor
    The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • Rodolfo Laucirica, M.D.
    Associate Professor, Baylor College of Medicine
    Director of Anatomic Pathology & Cytopathology, Ben Taub Hospital
  • Catherine Murphy, M.S. SCT (ASCP), MT(ASCP)
    Cytotechnology Program Education Coordinator
    Instructor
    The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
  • John Stewart, M.D.
    Assistant Professor
    The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center

Poster Presentations

  • Fatimah Abdullah
  • Korotoumou Akewa-Bah
  • Jessica Beason
  • Donnie Chau
  • April Hull
  • Kafilat Okusanya
  • Mayra Sanchez

Registration and Fees

May 2, 2009

Fee Payment

Full payment must accompany registration for the 15th Annual Course on Contemporary Issues in Cytopathology. Fees for the course are as follows:

  • Cytotechnologist: $70
  • Student: No charge
  • Vendor: $120

The above fees include lunch and all course materials.

Please make checks payable to 'UTMDACC'.

Registration

To register for the 15th Annual Course on Contemporary Issues in Cytopathology:

  • Download, print and complete the registration form (pdf)

  • Mail the registration form with your payment to:

    Stephanie Hamilton
    Cytotechnology Program Director
    School of Health Sciences – Unit 2
    UT M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Boulevard
    Houston, TX 77030-4009

Registration form and payment must be received by April 15, 2009.
Confirmation will be mailed following receipt and processing of your registration form.

Parking

Validated parking will be available only for the Pressler Garage at Bertner and Holcombe. Permits for validated parking will be issued at the course check-in table.

 


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