109th Annual Course on Anatomy & Histopathology of the Head, Neck & Temporal Bone

Sunday, July 14, 2024, 7:00 AM - Friday, July 19, 2024, 6:00 PM, Glick 103, Surgical Skills Lab, Riley OR and OHNS Temporal Bone Lab, Indianapolis, IN

The Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and the Division of Continuing Medical Education of the Indiana University School of Medicine are proud to present the 109th Annual Anatomy and Histopathology of the Head, Neck and Temporal Bone. This week-long comprehensive, inter-disciplinary program is the oldest postgraduate course of any discipline in this country and the premier review of histopathology and anatomy of the head and neck. Designed for physicians, this course reviews head and neck histopathology and anatomy with a focus on clinical application, and covers contemporary state-of-the-art management across all aspects of Otolaryngology. Lectures will be given by Indiana University faculty as well as internationally renowned distinguished guest lecturers. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in daily cadaver dissections focusing on actual surgical techniques. Procedures covered include microvascular free tissue transfer, rhinoplasty, head and neck surgery including laryngectomy, parotidectomy, thyroidectomy, neck dissection, and lateral skull base surgery, as well as endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery. Dissections will be conducted at the state-of-the-art Indiana University School of Medicine’s Surgical Skills Center that is outfitted to provide a safe environment that promotes the observation, repetition, acquisition, and assessment of surgical skills. Participants will have access to cochlear implant and ossicular reconstruction simulations. This course is an unrivaled opportunity for participants to gain a thorough understanding of the applied anatomy of the head and neck.

Revised Curriculum 2024 only: Due to renovations, there will be no access to the temporal bone lab.  Please note the revised curriculum in which reflects elimination of the temporal bone dissection on Day 6. Additionally, the microvascular techniques session offered in previous years on Day 5, has been replaced with additional time in the cadaver lab.

Reduced Course Fee for 2024: Due to  the temporary curriculum revisions, course fees have been reduced by $300. The fee per resident will be $1849 for the week.  The fee for physicians in practice will be $2149 per week.

1. Identify principles for head and neck reconstruction including the technique for harvest
2. Describe the histopathology of the head, neck and temporal bone
3. Discuss in-depth key anatomic relationships pertinent to surgery of the head, neck and temporal bone.

To ensure that each course attendee receives the highest possible educational experience, a maximum of 24 registrants will be accepted. Space is limited and available on a first come first served basis.

Reduced Course Fee for 2024: Due to  the temporary curriculum revisions, course fees have been reduced by $300. The fee per resident will be $1849 for the week.  The fee for physicians in practice will be $2149 per week.

Physicians in Practice Previous fee: $2449 New fee: $2149
Residents in Training Previous fee: $2149 New fee: $1849

IU/IUHP Community members may contact Sarah Maxwell for fee waiver promo code

All registration fees will be refunded if cancellation is made before Sunday, June 25. A fee of $100 will be charged if cancellation is made by Friday, June 30. No refund will be made after June 30.

Lodging - Please see the Hotel Tab for important information regarding lodging availability.

On-Campus Housing Note: The deadline to reserve on-campus housing was April 12. Please contact Sarah Maxwell prior to registering to check remaining availability if you would like to reserve on-campus housing.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the IUSM CEHP office at 317-274-0104 or [email protected]. One week advance notice will allow us to provide seamless access. Please ensure to specify the accommodations you need in order to participate.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (49.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (49.00 hours)

Due to the National Eucharistic Congress being held in Downtown Indianapolis July 17-21, 2024, hotel space is extremely limited for the 109th Annual Course on Anatomy & Histopathology of the Head, Neck, & Temporal Bone.

It is highly recommended that you book your accommodations without delay.

Housing Recommendations:

1. On-Campus Housing* (Please note; the deadline to reserve on-campus housing was April 12. Please contact Sarah Maxwell to check remaining availability):  The Department of Otolaryngology has secured a limited number of on-campus housing rooms in University Tower* (911 W North St, Indianapolis, IN 46202-3104) on the IU Indianapolis (IUPUI) campus with the following options:

On-campus housing fee: $85.50 per person, per night for 6 nights, single occupancy including tax

 All on-campus housing rooms have private bathroom facilities. Shower curtains are provided by Residence Life at no additional cost.

Optional On-Campus Housing Add-ons:

Linen fee: $30 per person/per week, includes blanket, pillow, pillowcase, two sheets, bath towel, hand towel, and wash cloth. 

Microwave-Refrigerator Combo: $35 per room per week

Parking - surface lot (map): $32 for the duration of course

Reservations for University Tower must be confirmed no later than April 12, 2024. Please contact Sarah Maxwell at [email protected] for reservations.  Any on-campus housing reservations not paid by April 12th will be released back into inventory.

 For a virtual tour of University Tower, click here.

*On-campus housing and optional add-ons can be requested during the registration process.  See 'Registration' tab.

2. ProCare Hotels:  Procare is a concierge service that can assist with securing Indianapolis area hotels at a reduced price.  Contact Procare directly at 317-974-2039 to explore hotel availability. 

3. Vacation Rentals: Past course participants have found conveniently located accommodations using vacation rental sites such as Airbnb, VRBO, and Vacasa.

 Note: Please take travel time to our campus into consideration when booking your lodging.

Contact Sarah Maxwell ([email protected]) with any questions or additional information regarding lodging.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Indiana University School of Medicine, Continuing Education in Healthcare Professions adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.