Osler Cytology Virtual Review Course August 21-23-2026 [2026]

Osler Cytology Virtual Review Course August 21-23-2026

The Osler Institute designates this Live activity for a maximum of 30AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This comprehensive review is designed to update your clinical knowledge base and help you pass your Cytopathology exams (certifying or MOC). Emphasis is on evidence-based practice and board-relevant standards of care, incorporating new concepts and testing strategies as well as quality control and laboratory management techniques to help you hone your diagnostic and consulting skills. Many of our previous participants found the course provided them with improved diagnostic and evaluation skills and helped them recognize specific areas of weakness for self-study.

Cost: $800

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Key Features

A Virtual Didactic Review for the Cytopathology Certifying and MOC/CC exams.
Osler review also includes streaming access to a recorded version of the course – updated daily and available for streaming up to September 28, 2026.

Topics Covered

Basic Principles: Introduction and History
Specimen Procurement
Specimen Processing
Imaging Modalities
Special Techniques
General Cytology: Cell Structure
Cell Activity and Injury
Cytology of Neoplasia
Chromosomes in Neoplasia
Flow Cytometry
Gynecological Cytology: Endocrine Status Cytology
Vulva and Vagina
Benign Cervical Changes
Cervical Neoplasia
Endocervix
Endometrium
Ovary
Other Organs: Respiratory Tract
Urinary Tract
Gastrointestinal
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Body Cavity Fluids
Breast and Nipple
Aspiration Cytology
Palpable Lesions: Breast
Lymph Nodes
Thyroid
Salivary Glands
Prostate
Nonpalpable Lesions: Lung and Pleura
Mediastinum
Liver and Pancreas
Kidney and Adrenal
Ovary and Testis
Bone and Soft Tissue
Orbit and Eye
Central Nervous System

Learning Objectives

Describe the common types of cytology specimens and how to prepare them for evaluation correctly.
Recognize standard elements and benign reactive processes vs. abnormal and neoplastic lesions for each organ system.
Apply current consensus diagnostic terms and criteria for classifying non-neoplastic and neoplastic lesions of each organ system.
Understand the importance of implementing rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) of tissue samples derived from fine needle aspirations to reduce healthcare costs and patient inconvenience.
Apply increased knowledge of cytopathology to achieve subspecialty certification or recertification.

Target Audience

Cytologist Certifying and MOC/CC Exams and General CME

Additional credit info

The Osler Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Designation: The Osler Institute designates this Live activity for a maximum of 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.