Thursday, June 11, 2026
Hershey Country Club
1000 E. Derry Road
Hershey, PA 17033
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Conference ID
J7095
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Partner/Sponsor
Fatty Liver Program, Penn State Health
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Penn State Health
Purpose/Overview
This educational program fosters a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to MASLD/MASH by enhancing collaboration, translating research into clinical practice, and promoting patient-centered strategies for effective disease management.
Overall Objectives
- Discuss knowledge-sharing among providers to improve the multidisciplinary approach to MASLD/MASH diagnosis, management, and treatment.
- Describe the latest research on lifestyle interventions, pharmacotherapy, and emerging therapies for MASLD/MASH, including actionable strategies for patient care.
- Explain strategies for engaging patients in sustainable lifestyle modifications — diet, exercise, and behavioral interventions — to improve long-term metabolic and liver health outcomess.
Agenda
- 7:30 a.m. | Check-in / Registration / Visit Exhibits
Industry-Sponsored Symposium
Not for CME credit
promotional program sponsored by
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals
Optional session available in Weitzel Room - 8:30 a.m. | Opening Remarks
- 8:35 a.m. | MASH – What is it? (Nomenclature and Pathophysiology)
Cydney Nguyen, MD - 9 a.m. | Assessing MASH (FibroScan and Non-Invasive Fibrosis Markers)
Karen Krok, MD, FAASLD, FACG - 9:25 a.m. | MAFLD and Cancer
Elizabeth Stonesifer, MD - 9:50 a.m. | Bariatric Surgery for MAFLD
Emily Goddard, MD - 10:15 a.m. | Morning Break / Visit Exhibits
- 10:40 a.m. | From Juice Boxes to Fatty Livers: MASLD in Pediatrics
Mythili Rao, MD - 11:05 a.m. | Medical Treatment Part I: Resmetirom
Ian Roy Schreibman, MD, FAASLD, FACG, AGAF, FACP - 11:30 a.m. | Medical Treatment Part II: Semaglutide
Justin Tondt, MD - 11:55 a.m. | Lunch Break
Industry-Sponsored Symposium
Not for CME credit
promotional program sponsored by
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.
Optional session available in Weitzel Room - 12:55 p.m. | Medical Treatment Part III: Promising Drugs in Development
Jonathan G. Stine, MD, MSc, FACP – Not for CME Credit - 1:20 p.m. | Afternoon Break / Visit Exhibits
- 1:50 p.m. | Sleep Apnea, MASH and MASLD – Common Risk Factors or Something More?
Jennifer McCall-Hosenfeld, MD, MSc - 2:15 p.m. | The Intersection of Diabetes and MASH
David Bradley, MD - 2:40 p.m. | Benefits of a Multidisciplinary Approach / How to Utilize Our MASLD Clinic
Theja Channapragada, DO, MBA, MS - 3:05 p.m. | Patient Panel
- 3:30 p.m. | Closing Remarks
- 3:35 p.m. | Adjourn
Committee
Karen Krok, MD, FAASLD, FACG
Professor of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Ian Roy Schreibman, MD, FAASLD, FACG, AGAF, FACP
Professor of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Elizabeth Stonesifer, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Presenters
David Bradley, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine
Director of Diabetes, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Theja Channapragada, DO, MBA, MS
Resident 3 – Internal Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Emily Goddard, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Jennifer McCall-Hosenfeld, MD, MSc
Associate Dean for Faculty and Professional Development
Kenneth V. and Eleanor M. Hatt Faculty Fellow in Internal Medicine
Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Cydney Nguyen, MD
Resident Fellow 5 – Gastroenterology
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Mythili Rao, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Jonathan G. Stine, MD, MSc, FACP
Professor, Department of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences
Penn State Cancer Institute, Cancer Control
Penn State College of Medicine
Elizabeth Stonesifer, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Justin Tondt, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Community Medicine
Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Credit
AMA
Penn State College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Penn State College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses Using AMA Credit
Nurses will receive a certificate from Penn State College of Medicine verifying their participation in up to 4.75 hours of approved continuing medical education. Continuing education activities which are approved by accredited institutions of higher education and that are relevant to patient care or professional nursing meet the requirements of mandatory continuing education for registered nurses in Pennsylvania, as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. The Board of Nursing recommends that nurses retain their certificates for a period of at least five years. Additional information is available through the State Board of Nursing. These credits meet the criteria set by the ANCC, American Nurses Credentialing Center as contact hours that are acceptable for renewal certification. Additional information is available through the State Board of Nursing.
Fees
The registration fee is $25 per person
Residents and Fellows: Free, registration required
The fee includes the cost of instruction, online handout materials and all listed meals.
Payment is required at the time of registration. If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at ContinuingEd@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
Registrations received after Wednesday, June 10 will incur a $25 late fee.
Cancellations received after Thursday, June 4 will be assessed a $25 processing fee.
No refunds will be made for cancellations received after Monday, June 8.
Accommodations and Room Block
Accommodations are the responsibility of the attendee.
A limited number of rooms at a special rate have been secured at the following locations. Check in 6/10/2026 – Check out 6/11/2026. Reservations must be made by 5/10/2026. The link will no longer quote the group rate after 5/10/2026.
610 Walton Ave., Hummelstown, PA 17036
Name of Group: PA MASH Conference
1800 E Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA 17033
Name of Group: PA MASH Conference
Local Attractions
Join us in Hershey
Hershey is conveniently located in central Pennsylvania, just 90 minutes from Baltimore and Philadelphia, two hours from Washington, D.C., and three hours from New York City.
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Cancellations
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Changes
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