Description
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+ Target Audience: pathologists
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+ Information:
Original release date: May 26, 2026
This course will cover some of the most challenging and intimidating areas in dermatopathology: nail pathology, alopecia and hair disorders, dermatologic emergencies, and melanocytic neoplasms. It will begin with a concise review of the normal microanatomy and physiology of the nail apparatus and the folliculosebaceous unit. Through a case-based approach, expert faculty will share their diagnostic strategies and practical tips for tackling these difficult cases, emphasizing clinicopathologic correlation and appropriate ancillary workup. Real-world examples of diagnostic “misses” and “near-misses” will highlight common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Target Audience
Practicing academic and community pathologists, and pathologists-in-training
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this educational activity, learners will be able to:
- To develop a systematic diagnostic approach to alopecia biopsies.
- To gain familiarity with neoplasms and inflammatory diseases that may affect the nail unit.
- To provide accurate and timely diagnoses for urgent skin biopsies by integrating clinical and histopathologic findings.
- To understand the nuances of classifying challenging melanocytic lesions and the diagnostic utility of relevant ancillary tests.
- To identify and avoid important diagnostic pitfalls in dermatopathology.
+ Topics:
- Diagnostic Approach to Alopecia – Eleanor Knopp, MD Section: 1 Presentation 1 Document
- Introduction to Nail Pathology – Beth S. Ruben, MD Section: 1 Presentation 1 Document
- Nail Pathology – Beth S. Ruben, MD Section: 2 Presentations 3 Documents
- Dermatologic Emergencies – May P. Chan, MD Section: 2 Presentations 3 Documents
- Alopecia Pathology – Eleanor Knopp, MD Section: 2 Presentations 3 Documents
- Melanocytic Neoplasms and Medicolegal Cases – Steven R. Tahan, MD Section: 2 Presentations 3 Documents
- FREE SECTION: Panel Discussion and Q&A
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