Fred Gentili Pituitary Education Day Part 2: Functional Pituitary Tumors: Management and Challenges
16th February, 2024, 08:35 - 09:35
Imperial Ballroom
The session on `Functional Pituitary Tumors: Management and Challenges` will feature leading experts in the field of neurosurgery discussing updates on the diagnosis and management of Cushing disease, acromegaly, MRI-negative ACTH-secreting pituitary tumors, and prolactinomas. Additionally, the role of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and pharmacological therapy in managing these conditions will be explored, along with an update on current clinical trials in pituitary tumors. This session is designed for neurosurgeons, endocrinologists, ENTs and healthcare professionals interested in the latest advancements and challenges in the management of functional pituitary tumors.
Objectives
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Diagnose and distinguish Cushing`s disease and acromegaly accurately.
- Apply comprehensive strategies for the diagnosis and management of MRI-negative ACTH-secreting pituitary tumors, addressing challenges in identifying and treating these cases effectively.
- Evaluate and prioritize expanding surgical indications for prolactinomas, considering the potential benefits and risks to optimize patient outcomes.
Current Schedule
As a faculty member of this session, you can click on names to email the speaker. Phone numbers are below names
Speaker | Title | Role | Times |
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Manish Aghi 415-353-3811 |
Moderator | - | |
Andrew Little 602-406-3181 |
Moderator | - | |
Marla Sevilla Alsina 8133962580 |
Updates on the Diagnosis of Cushing Disease and Acromegaly | Speaker | 8:35 am - 8:43 am |
Marla Sevilla Alsina 8133962580 |
Q&A | 8:43 am - 8:45 am | |
Gabriel Zada 323-409-7422 |
Challenges in Diagnosis and Management of MRI-negative ACTH-secreting Pituitary Tumors | Speaker | 8:45 am - 8:53 am |
Gabriel Zada 323-409-7422 |
Q&A | 8:53 am - 8:55 am | |
Ali Jalali 713-798-4696 |
Management of Prolactinomas - Expanding Surgical Indication | Speaker | 8:55 am - 9:03 am |
Ali Jalali 713-798-4696 |
Q&A | 9:03 am - 9:05 am | |
Michael McDermott 305-271-6159 |
Role of SRS in Functional Pituitary Tumors | Speaker | 9:05 am - 9:13 am |
Michael McDermott 305-271-6159 |
Q&A | 9:13 am - 9:15 am | |
Divya Yogi-Morren 2163393700 |
The Role of Pharmacological Therapy in Management of Cushing Disease and | Speaker | 9:15 am - 9:23 am |
Divya Yogi-Morren 2163393700 |
Q&A | 9:23 am - 9:25 am | |
Andrew Little 602-406-3181 |
Update on Current Clinical Trials in Pituitary Tumors | Speaker | 9:25 am - 9:33 am |
Andrew Little 602-406-3181 |
Q&A | 9:33 am - 9:35 am |