Featured Case
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Diagnostic reasoning in a case of subacute encephalopathy with multi-system involvement.
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Peter L. Slavin, MD Academy for Applied Learning in Health Care
Massachusetts General Hospital
The Case Records of the Massachusetts General Hospital
A century-spanning educational series presenting real clinical cases from MGH’s Clinicopathological Conferences (CPCs) — advancing diagnostic reasoning and interprofessional learning.
Founded in 1915, the Case Records of the Massachusetts General Hospital is among the longest-running clinical education series in the world. Each case invites learners to practice diagnostic reasoning by synthesizing history, exam findings, imaging, and pathology, culminating in a clinicopathological discussion.
What are Clinicopathological Conferences (CPCs)?
CPCs are live, case-based conferences hosted at MGH throughout the academic year. Approximately 30–40 conferences occur annually, engaging clinicians, trainees, and interprofessional teams in open diagnostic discussion.
Publications & Historical Archive
Selected cases appear in peer-reviewed publications, including the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM). The archive offers a unique longitudinal view of medical practice and discovery at MGH.
Conferences (CPCs)
Next CPC
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Date: Wednesday, November 12, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Location: Ether Dome (hybrid available)
Upcoming schedule
Explore featured recent publications and access the full historical archive of Case Records affiliated with MGH and NEJM.
NEJM Case Records
Browse Case Records published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Digital Exhibit
Explore a curated exhibit of notable cases and milestones from the Ether Dome to today.
Podcast: Case Records Conversations
Stream episodes featuring clinicians discussing the art and science of diagnosis.
Lecture: The Spirit of the Place
A talk on imagery and artifacts shaping the learning environment at MGH and the Ether Dome.
The Case Records are stewarded by an editorial team of clinicians, educators, and archivists committed to rigorous, interprofessional learning.
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Contact
Case Records Program
Peter L. Slavin, MD Academy for Applied Learning in Health Care
Massachusetts General Hospital
Email: gfhakim@mgb.org
Submit a Case
We welcome proposals for upcoming CPCs. Please review the guidelines and submit a brief synopsis.