Comprehensive Review of Endocrine and Head and Neck Surgery 2014 (Videos)

Comprehensive Review of Endocrine and Head and Neck Surgery: A Detailed Exploration

This comprehensive review provides an in-depth analysis of Endocrine and Head and Neck Surgery, offering a holistic perspective for practitioners in the field.

Target Audience:

• General surgeons
• Otolaryngologists
• Endocrine and head and neck surgeons
• Surgical residents and fellows
• Medical students and nurses specializing in endocrine and head and neck surgery

Topics and Speakers:

• Thyroid Physiology: P. Reed Larsen, MD

• Explores the complexities of thyroid hormones and their impact on overall body function.

• Approach to Thyroid Nodules: Ellen Marqusee, MD

• Guides clinicians through the evaluation and management of thyroid nodules, including differential diagnosis and biopsy techniques.

• Management Options for Thyroiditis: Matthew I. Kim, MD

• A comprehensive overview of thyroiditis, covering various etiologies and the most effective treatment strategies.

• Goiter Surgery:

• Lymph Node Detection and Surgery for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer: Gregory W. Randolph, MD

  • Provides a detailed understanding of lymph node assessment and surgical techniques for thyroid cancer.

• Childhood Thyroid Carcinoma: Biren P. Modi, MD

  • Focuses on the unique considerations and treatment approaches for thyroid cancer in children.

• Well-Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: Antonia E. Stephen, MD

  • Delves into the latest advancements in the diagnosis, management, and prognosis of well-differentiated thyroid cancer.

• Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma and Unusual Thyroid Cancers: Daniel T. Ruan, MD

  • Explores the rare and challenging thyroid cancers, including medullary and other uncommon variants.

• Recurrent Thyroid Cancer: Sareh Parangi, MD

  • Addresses the complex issue of recurrent thyroid cancer, discussing surveillance strategies and treatment options.

• Prevention of Complications in Thyroid Surgery: Gerald M. Doherty, MD, FACS

  • Emphasizes the importance of surgical technique and patient care to minimize complications in thyroid surgery.

• Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Nancy L. Cho, MD

• Examines the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of primary hyperparathyroidism, including its impact on bone health.

• Molecular Analysis of Thyroid Tumors: Erik K. Alexander, MD

• Introduces the role of molecular diagnostics in thyroid cancer, providing insights into tumor characterization and treatment decisions.

• Risk Factors for Head and Neck Cancer: Lori J. Wirth, MD

• Identifies the key risk factors associated with head and neck cancer, highlighting preventive measures and early detection strategies.

• Radiology of Head and Neck Tumors and Masses: CT, MRI, and PET/CT: Thomas C. Lee, MD

• Offers an overview of imaging techniques for diagnosing and staging head and neck tumors, including CT, MRI, and PET/CT.

• Diagnostic Approach to the Adult with a Neck Mass: Anand K. Devaiah, MD

• Presents a systematic approach to the evaluation and differential diagnosis of neck masses in adults.

• Management of Parotid Masses: Benign and Malignant: Daniel G. Deschler, MD, FACS

• Guides clinicians through the diagnosis and treatment of parotid masses, covering both benign and malignant lesions.

• Neck Dissection: Terminology and Techniques: Laura A. Goguen, MD

• Provides a comprehensive understanding of neck dissection techniques, including terminology, surgical approaches, and complications.

• Diagnosis and Management of Cutaneous Malignancies of the Head and Neck: Kevin S. Emerick, MD

• Focuses on the diagnosis and management of skin cancers affecting the head and neck, highlighting surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

• Basic Reconstruction of Post-Ablative Head and Neck Defects: Derrick T. Lin, MD, FACS

• Emphasizes the principles of reconstructive surgery for head and neck defects, including flap design and functional outcomes.

• HPV Epidemic: Prognostic and Therapeutic Implications: John R. Clark, MD

• Explores the impact of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) on head and neck cancer, discussing its prognostic implications and novel treatment strategies.

• Cancer of the Paranasal Sinuses: Donald J. Annino, Jr., MD, DMD

• Provides a detailed review of paranasal sinus cancer, including diagnosis, surgical management, and postoperative care.

• Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: Guilherme Rabinowits, MD

• Examines the unique characteristics and challenges of nasopharyngeal carcinoma, covering its epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.

• Contemporary Chemotherapy and Chemoradiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer: Robert I. Haddad, MD

• Explores the latest advances in chemotherapy and chemoradiotherapy for head and neck cancer, discussing treatment regimens and their effectiveness.

• Common Oral Cavity Lesions: Diagnosis and Treatment: Sook-Bin Woo, DMD, MMSc

• Provides a practical guide to the diagnosis and management of common oral cavity lesions, emphasizing differential diagnosis and evidence-based treatment options.

• Contemporary Management of Congenital Head and Neck Masses: Michael J. Cunningham, MD

• Discusses the management of congenital head and neck masses, including surgical techniques and long-term outcomes.

• The Role of Needle Biopsy in Head and Neck Masses: William C. Faquin, MD, PhD

• Explores the role of needle biopsy in diagnosing head and neck masses, focusing on its accuracy, techniques, and limitations.

• Transoral Robotic Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer: Tom Thomas, MD, MPH

• Introduces transoral robotic surgery as a minimally invasive approach to head and neck cancer, providing insights into its benefits and applications.

• Complications in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery: Scharukh Jalisi, MD, MA, FACS

• Addresses the potential complications of head and neck cancer surgery, highlighting strategies for prevention and management.

• Management of the Compromised Airway: Phillip Song, MD

• Emphasizes the importance of airway management in head and neck cancer surgery, covering techniques and strategies to ensure patient safety.

Learning Objectives:

• Expand scientific and technical knowledge in endocrine and head and neck surgical practice.
• Understand current care standards for endocrine and head and neck surgical disorders.
• Apply learned concepts to improve patient outcomes in endocrine and head and neck surgery.
• Enhance proficiency in performing current endocrine and head and neck surgical techniques.
• Identify areas for practice improvement and service expansion.