Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM
April 15th, 2026 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours
Description
In this talk, I will cover genetic testing as it relates to brain tumors. I will start by talking about different types of molecular testing that we use, when it is important for the more common types of brain tumors, and then I will do a deeper dive into a novel method of testing, DNA methylation profiling.
Dates and Times
Start: 4/15/2026 12:00 PM
End: 4/15/2026 1:00 PM
Objectives
1)Understand molecular testing for common neuropathology entities
2)Describe common genetic alterations found in brain tumors
3)Describe the methodology behind DNA methylation profiling
Speakers
Accreditation
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Need help with this Grand Round Session?
Please contact the Grand Round coordinator listed below:
Amy Loughlin
Department: Pathology Department
Phone: (631) 444-3156
Email: amy.loughlin@stonybrookmedicine.edu