Santosh Kadel, DCLS, MS, CC(NRCC), MLS(ASCP)CM, is a clinical architect for Laboratory Medicine at ChristianaCare health system in Delaware and one of the first doctors to earn a doctorate in clinical laboratory science degree (DCLS). Watch his video interview to learn what intrigues Dr. Kadel most about laboratory medicine, what inspired him to pursue this career, and how his work directly impacts patient care: bit.ly/4v67fIT#CriticalValues#PressPlay#StrongerTogether#3QuestionsWith
For Danielle Fortuna, MD, FASCP, the decision to become a #pathologist was the sum of many different experiences, slotted together like perfectly fitting puzzle pieces. When she first started medical school, she wasn’t aware of what a pathologist was or their role in patient care. But then she got her first puzzle piece--experiencing histology in her first year of medical school. Read more about how Dr. Fortuna continues to sort and add pieces to her pathology puzzle and see how new pieces fall into place. bit.ly/4k7JECZ#3QuestionsWith#CriticalValues
@BroojAbro is endlessly intrigued by the stories that cells and tissues tell, and just when she thinks she’s seen it all, a surprising new case comes along to surprise her. Read more in the latest “3 Questions with” and find out why connecting scattered clues into a biological narrative is so gratifying for Dr. Abro. bit.ly/4rfFpaX#3QuestionsWith#CriticalValues#ASCP#StrongerTogether#LabLeaders
For Dr. Sri Bharathi Kavuri, being involved in patient care means showing up to work every day knowing that what she does truly matters. It is knowing that each slide, each antibody profile represents a person, complete with their own story. In this edition of “3 Questions with,” Dr. Kavuri shares her thoughts on what drew her to pathology, how she became involved with ASCP, and more: bit.ly/4s5iqAL#CriticalValues#3QuestionsWith#StrongerTogether#PatientCare
Born and raised in Indonesia, Dr. Elizabeth Kertowidjojo came to the United States during the 1998 Indonesian riots and went on to earn both her MD and PhD. She is board-certified in anatomic and clinical pathology and practices as a surgical pathologist specializing in gynecologic pathology. Here, Dr. Kertowidjojo shares her insights on mentorship, challenging cases, and more: bit.ly/4pTSp62#StrongerTogether#CriticalValues#3QuestionsWith
For Silvia Flores Toledo, the most rewarding and fascinating aspect of laboratory medicine is its constant evolution and its ability to transform healthcare. Her experience has taught her that the greatest potential to improve patients’ lives and clinical outcomes lies at the intersection of technology, quality management, and strategic vision. Here, Ms. Flores Toledo shares more of her thoughts on a career in the laboratory in this edition of #3QuestionsWith.
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For Phyu Aung, MD, PhD, the decision to pursue a career in pathology and laboratory medicine was shaped by two things: a passion for research and a deep personal experience. Read on to learn more about Dr. Aung’s career in the laboratory in the latest #3QuestionsWith: bit.ly/4lFud5g#CriticalValues
ASCP Past President Henry Rinder says that as a pathologist, remembering that what is “turnaround time” to those in the lab is “worry time” to patients. “When patients are anxiously waiting for results, i.e., answers to ‘What’s wrong with me?’, our first priority is getting the correct answer and then ensuring that that answer is placed in the appropriate context, such that the value and/or interpretation are not only meaningful to their treating provider, but also to the patient,” he says. Dr. Rinder shares more of his insight on life in the laboratory in this recent edition of #3QuestionsWith!
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Nicholas Steder’s path to becoming a laboratory professional wasn’t unfamiliar: he was interested in a career in medicine and was applying to medical schools while simultaneously working as an #EMT in an ER. It was his exploration of other academic medical graduate programs that opened up the world of laboratory medicine. Read on to learn more about Mr. Steder’s journey in the laboratory in this latest #3QuestionsWith! bit.ly/44h8bhp
Like a lot of laboratory professionals, Brittany Bell, didn’t find the lab—the lab found her. She had always held a passion and interest in science, but as she states, “I can’t remember exactly what solidified my decision to choose a career in laboratory science, but I remember what made me stay.” Find out what clinched a career in the laboratory for Ms. Bell in this edition of 3 Questions with. bit.ly/4hQ4OTK#3QuestionsWith
For Brittany Teeter, the never-ending evolution of the #laboratory, along with the continual development of new testing methods, and new advancements in technology, aligns perfectly with her dedication to lifelong learning and love of problem-solving and quality improvement. Read on to find out more about Ms. Teeter, how she was first introduced to its career possibilities, and more: bit.ly/4i6XxiR#CriticalValues#3QuestionsWith
Melody Boudreaux Nelson is a passionate advocate for laboratory visibility in #healthcare as well as designing quality improvement initiatives alongside interdisciplinary teams. In our latest installment of #3QuestionsWith, she shares her thoughts on the role of the laboratory in patient care, and more: bit.ly/3YTWLz1#StrongerTogether#laboratoryleaders