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Mid Year CME 2026

Recent Advances in Soft Tissue and Bone Lesions

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Department of PathologyDVVPF, Ahilyanagar

Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Medical College

Recent Advances in Soft Tissue and Bone Lesions

A refined one-day continuing medical education programme for residents and practicing pathologists, centered on diagnostic precision in bone and soft tissue pathology.

Theme 01

Multidisciplinary Approach to Soft Tissue and Bone Tumors: Pathologist at the Core

Theme 02

From Morphology to Molecular Precision: The Evolving Paradigm in Soft Tissue Pathology

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Date

20 June 2026

Venue

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Hall, Ahilyanagar

Organised by

Department of Pathology

Credits

2 PTS CME credit points applied

Delegates attending a formal academic event

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Focused academic exchange

A one-day CME designed to sharpen diagnostic thinking around bone and soft tissue lesions.

Conference attendees engaging in discussion

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Multidisciplinary insight

Pathologists, radiologists, surgeons, and oncologists aligned around integrated interpretation.

Professionals participating in a scientific session

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From morphology to precision

The programme connects morphology, immunohistochemistry, and molecular diagnostics in practical terms.

High protocol conference gathering

Conference moments

Built for practicing pathologists

Residents and faculty can engage through lectures, slide seminars, posters, and direct discussion.

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Invited faculty

31 May

Abstract deadline

2 PTS

CME credits applied

Conference overview

A CME structured for diagnostic depth, professional exchange, and practical relevance

The conference is built for pathology residents and practicing pathologists who want an updated, clinically connected view of bone and soft tissue lesions. The programme emphasises how pathology sits at the center of integrated tumour evaluation, connecting morphology, immunohistochemistry, molecular diagnostics, and multidisciplinary decision-making.

About the conference

Recent advances in the WHO classification of tumours of soft tissue and bone, evolving biomarkers, and contemporary molecular tools have made diagnostic interpretation both more powerful and more demanding. This CME is designed to consolidate those developments into an accessible and academically rigorous day.

Beyond lectures, the structure encourages discussion through slide seminars, poster presentation, and focused interaction with invited faculty. The result is a compact programme that is relevant for training, reporting accuracy, and patient management.

Clinical relevance anchored in pathology

The faculty line-up translates current approaches in bone and soft tissue pathology into practical diagnostic strategy.

Balanced scientific format

The day combines keynote lectures, slide seminars, poster presentation, and peer interaction in one concise programme.

About the organizing institution

Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Medical College, Ahilyanagar, was founded to expand access to quality medical education and healthcare services. The institution combines a strong academic base with tertiary care service delivery and established diagnostic infrastructure.

The Department of Pathology supports both undergraduate and postgraduate training, while also running advanced laboratory services in histopathology, immunohistochemistry, and cytopathology.

200-seat MBBS intake with a large academic training base.
800+ bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with modern diagnostic support.
Accreditations include NAAC A+, NABL, NABH, and ISO standards.
The Department of Pathology offers four postgraduate seats each year.

Conference highlights

A concise academic format with high-value content throughout the day

The meeting design balances scientific depth with clarity. Every block serves a distinct purpose: concept updates, diagnostic problem-solving, multidisciplinary context, and participation by delegates.

01

Clinical relevance anchored in pathology

The faculty line-up translates current approaches in bone and soft tissue pathology into practical diagnostic strategy.

02

Balanced scientific format

The day combines keynote lectures, slide seminars, poster presentation, and peer interaction in one concise programme.

03

Integrated tumour understanding

Morphology, radiology, immunohistochemistry, and molecular context are treated as part of one diagnostic workflow.

04

Opportunity for participation

Abstracts are invited across histopathology, cytopathology, haematology, and transfusion medicine.

Patron committee

Patron leadership and institutional administration supporting Mid Year CME 2026

The conference is guided by senior patron leadership and supported by institutional administrators who enable academic quality, operational continuity, and execution standards.

Patron leadership

Portrait of Hon'ble Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil

Hon'ble Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil

Cabinet Minister, Minister of Water Resources (Godavari and Krishna Valley Development), Government of Maharashtra; Chairman, Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation.

Portrait of Hon'ble Dr. Sujay Vikhe Patil

Hon'ble Dr. Sujay Vikhe Patil

Ex. MP; Trustee and CEO, Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation.

Institutional committee

Portrait of Dr P. M. Gaikwad

Dr P. M. Gaikwad

Director General - Administration; Secretary General.

Portrait of Prof. Dr. Abhijit Diwate

Prof. Dr. Abhijit Diwate

Director Medical.

Portrait of Brig (Dr) Arun Tyagi

Brig (Dr) Arun Tyagi

Director, Clinical Services.

Portrait of Dr R. K. Padalkar

Dr R. K. Padalkar

Chief Administrative Officer, DVVPF.

Portrait of Prof. Dr. Sunil Natha Mhaske

Prof. Dr. Sunil Natha Mhaske

Dean, Medical College.

Programme

A full-day schedule spanning lectures, slide seminars, poster presentation, and formal sessions

The programme moves from foundational overview to interpretive nuance. It begins with bone lesions, broadens into radiological and soft tissue perspectives, and closes with poster interaction and valedictory proceedings.

Arrival

8:00 - 9:00 am

Registration and breakfast

Conference desk

Scientific session

9:00 - 9:45 am

Overview of benign and malignant lesions of bone

Dr Nitin Bhalerao

Scientific session

9:45 - 10:30 am

Radiological features to be looked for before interpreting bone lesion biopsies

Dr Sanjay Desai

Ceremony

10:30 - 11:00 am

Inauguration ceremony

Organising committee

Slide seminar

11:00 - 11:45 am

Giant cell lesions of bone

Dr Nirmala Jambhekar

Slide seminar

11:45 - 12:30 pm

Puzzles in soft tissue and bone tumors

Dr Shubhangi Agale

Scientific session

12:30 - 1:15 pm

Approach to diagnosis of soft tissue tumor

Dr Bharat Reikhi

Break

1:15 - 2:00 pm

Lunch

Delegates and faculty

Scientific session

2:00 - 2:45 pm

Chondroid tumors of bone

Dr Sujit Joshi

Participation

2:45 - 4:30 pm

Poster presentation

Registered presenters

Closing

4:30 - 5:00 pm

Valedictory function

Organising committee

Faculty

Invited speakers bringing orthopaedic, radiological, oncopathology, and pathology expertise

The faculty roster combines subspecialty depth with direct relevance to diagnostic practice. Each speaker has been aligned to a focused session within the conference day.

Portrait of Dr Nitin Bhalerao

Dr Nitin Bhalerao

Professor of Orthopaedics

DVVPF, Ahilyanagar

Session focus

Benign and malignant lesions of bone

Portrait of Dr Sanjay Desai

Dr Sanjay Desai

Consultant Radiologist

Invited faculty

Session focus

Radiological interpretation before bone lesion biopsy review

Portrait of Dr Nirmala Jambhekar

Dr Nirmala Jambhekar

Former Professor and Head, Department of Pathology

Tata Memorial Hospital

Session focus

Giant cell lesions of bone — slide seminar

Portrait of Dr Shubhangi Agale

Dr Shubhangi Agale

Ex-President, MC-IAPM

Invited faculty

Session focus

Puzzles in soft tissue and bone tumors

Portrait of Dr Bharat Reikhi

Dr Bharat Reikhi

Professor

Tata Memorial Hospital and HBNI University, Mumbai

Session focus

Approach to diagnosis of soft tissue tumor

Portrait of Dr Sujit Joshi

Dr Sujit Joshi

Consultant Oncopathologist

Invited faculty

Session focus

Chondroid tumors of bone

Poster presentation

Abstract submission is integrated into the academic structure, not treated as an afterthought

Delegates are invited to submit structured abstracts for poster presentation. The requirements are specific, compact, and designed to keep submissions easy to review and present on the day.

Submission requirements

Abstracts must be original and should not have been published or presented previously.
Mention the CME Registration ID at the top and clearly state the presentation category.
Use a structured abstract with Introduction, Material and Methods or Case Report, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
Maximum abstract length is 250 words in a single-page portrait PDF.
Title and institution name should be bold; the presenting author should be underlined.
Accepted presenters must register for the CME and be physically present during poster viewing.

Registration

Simple fee structure, direct organising contacts, and venue logistics in one place

Registration has a clear category-based fee structure with separate early and standard pricing. Choose the correct delegate category here, then continue into the enrolment and payment flow.

Registration fees

Early registration closes on 31 May 2026. Standard pricing applies from 1 June 2026.

Mid Year CME 2026
CategoryTill 31/05/2026From 01/06/2026
Postgraduate students₹1,000₹1,200
IAPM members₹1,200₹1,500
Non-IAPM members₹1,500₹1,800

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₹1,200

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For registered IAPM members enrolling under member pricing.

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₹1,500

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Non-IAPM members

For delegates registering without an IAPM membership fee concession.

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₹1,500

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₹1,800

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Venue and logistics

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Hall
Dr Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Medical College Campus
Gate Number 2, Vilad Ghat
Nagar-Manmad Highway, Ahilyanagar

The venue is positioned within the medical college campus and aligned to the formal conference schedule beginning with registration and breakfast at 8:00 am.

Organising committee

Leadership, coordination, and committee support behind the conference

The conference structure is supported by a broad committee spanning core leadership, scientific planning, registration, ceremony coordination, hospitality, and communication responsibilities.

Core leadership roles

Chairperson, MC-IAPM

Dr Umesh Kanade

Vice Chairperson, MC-IAPM

Dr Rajio Rao

Secretary, MC-IAPM

Dr Chandrashekhar Bhale

Organising Chairperson

Dr Sadhana Khaparde

Organising Secretary

Prof. Dr Babaji Shinde

Joint Secretary

Prof. Dr Shailja Puranik

Treasurer

Lt Col (Dr) Manoj Kalpande

Scientific Committee Chair

Dr Arti Buge

Additional committee responsibilities

Registration Committee

Dr Mukund Unde, Dr Mukund Tandle

Inauguration and Valedictory

Dr Ashwini Somani

Catering Committee

Dr Mukund Tandle

Communication Committee

Dr Geeta Gawali

Committee portraits

The people behind the programme

Portrait of Dr Umesh Kanade

Dr Umesh Kanade

Chairperson, President MC-IAPM

Portrait of Dr Chandrashekhar Bhale

Dr Chandrashekhar Bhale

Secretary, MC-IAPM

Portrait of Dr Sadhana Khaparde

Dr Sadhana Khaparde

Organising Chairperson

Portrait of Prof. Dr Babaji Shinde

Prof. Dr Babaji Shinde

Organising Secretary

Portrait of Prof. Dr Shailja Puranik

Prof. Dr Shailja Puranik

Joint Secretary

Portrait of Lt Col (Dr) Manoj Kalpande

Lt Col (Dr) Manoj Kalpande

Treasurer

Portrait of Dr Arti Buge

Dr Arti Buge

Chairperson, Scientific Committee

Portrait of Dr Mukund Unde, Dr Mukund Tandle

Dr Mukund Unde, Dr Mukund Tandle

Chairperson, Registration Committee

Portrait of Dr Ashwini Somani

Dr Ashwini Somani

Chairperson, Inauguration and Valedictory

Portrait of Dr Mukund Tandle

Dr Mukund Tandle

Chairperson, Catering Committee

Portrait of Dr Geeta Gawali

Dr Geeta Gawali

Chairperson, Communication Committee

Photo not provided in source document for Dr Rajio Rao (Vice Chairperson, MC-IAPM).