Optimizing Microbiology Lab Operations in the Era of PAMA
Dr. Glenn George, D.Sc., FACSc, MLS (ASCP)CM provides valuable information about PAMA, its intended purpose, and the specific implications for the microbiology lab.
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Joe El-Khoury, Ph.D., DABCC, FAACC, FACB, shares important, applicable information about pre-analytical errors and their effect on laboratory medicine.
The Golden Age of the Clinical Lab-Dx: Transforming the Way Healthcare Is Delivered
Learn valuable insights on the clinical lab's important role in transitioning from volume-based to value-based healthcare delivery.
As a leader, have you thought about how your lab contributes to reducing costs and improving patient outcomes? Or what role your lab plays in the implementation of population health initiatives?
Marcia L. Zucker, Ph.D., ZIVD, LLC, discusses why INR monitoring falls short of true standardization.
Consolidation presents an extraordinary opportunity to streamline testing. See how a consultant can become an extension of your team to help you strategically align with your C-suite.
When it comes to consolidation, failure is not an option. So how do you ensure success when your staff is already stretched thin? Jeff Myers talks about how to ensure proper execution of your plan.
Nam K. Tran, PhD, FACB, shows what it takes to design and implement a successful antimicrobial stewardship program in an acute care hospital setting.
Dr. Brian R. Jackson shares examples from other industries that help illustrate how a tough-love approach can help you earn and build better doctor relationships.
Lt. Col. David Sartori, PhD, shares his journey and experiences with you regarding the implementation of a total laboratory automation project.
In the era of big data, finding maximum value means asking the right questions. Here's how the Mayo Clinic analytics team works with end users to find out what they really need to know.
What does it mean for a lab to play the long game? Labs must prove their value every day, by helping their customers assess how to use their services most effectively.
Understand the critical need to provide STI services in the context of HIV care and prevention by elevating the laboratory to change the clinical paradigm and reduce stigma through education.
Glen T. Hansen, PhD, FCCM, D(ABMM), Ann Cox, MT (ASCP) and Kendra Schmidt, BS, MT(ASCP) discuss the epidemiology of influenza and the clinical challenges of assessing actual influenza patients.
J. Mark Tuthill, MD, Division of Pathology Informatics, Henry Ford Hospital, presents the experiences at Henry Ford Health System that have allowed them to automate and streamline workflow processes
Evelyn Graham shares insights on how to initiate and maximize the full value of a Listen and Learn campaign
Develop a better understanding of the impact of Medicare’s PAMA-based CLFS payment system on your lab
Jane A. Dickerson, Ph.D., D.A.B.C.C, and Patrick C. Mathias, M.D., Ph.D., show you how using data to enable a transition from volume to value in your laboratory can make an impact.
Karen Hough highlights a simple 3-step process for dealing with the most difficult, and often most important, conversations.
Bob Kaplanis and Kathleen David share best practices for tackling important decisions that require the join