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Future Direction of Lab Medicine - Insights
Looking into the future of laboratory medicine and pathology and providing insight into the direction its heading.
In the fall of 2017, Shayla Polanchek, a recent recipient of a heart transplant at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, returned to campus to review the specimen of her old heart, the one that had been removed from her chest. She had asked...
What's New in Health Care Reform: Feb. 6 - Insights
Top highlights include: New U.S. experiments aim to create gene-edited human embryos, death-cap mushrooms are spreading across North America, daily exercise has been shown to lower blood pressure, scans show female brains remain youthful as...
Helicobacter pylori testing: 2021 update - Insights
In this month’s Hot Topic, Robin Patel, M.D., discusses Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new PCR assay for detection of Helicobacter pylori detection and determination of clarithromycin resistance directly from stool.
MASTERMIND: A Smarter Search for Microbial Diagnostics - Insights
In the war against microbes, human beings are vastly outnumbered—and losing the weapons race.
The Secrets of Cryoprecipitate: A Blood Banking Process - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Jessie Swanson and Michelle Soland from the Component Laboratory will discuss the process improvement that helped decrease the standard cryoprecipitate dosage and the positive impact it has on patients.
Staffing to Workload in Phlebotomy Areas: Minimum Staffing Levels - Insights
Mike Baisch, Principal Systems Engineer at Mayo Clinic, discusses staffing to workload in phlebotomy areas with a focus on minimum-staffing levels, which can override the calculated staffing needs by adding staff to meet potential demands.
Long and Winding Road Leads to Mayo-and a "Miracle" - Insights
In April 2018, Frank Lonabaugh was driving when his hand slid down the steering wheel. Odd, he thought. Unusual. And looking back, the first sign of a problem that would lead Frank and his wife, Christine, from their home in Fort Myers,...
Shining light on one family's struggle: Barbara, Deborah, Pamela, and Rylie - Insights
Before testing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, Barbara Domaille, Deborah Neville, Pamela Neville, and Rylie Ronnenberg thought there could be a genetic connection to the hip problems they shared. After the testing, they knew for sure.
ACHE 2017 Congress on Healthcare Leadership Live Blog - Insights
Andy Cousin, FACHE, Director of Product Management and Marketing for Mayo Medical Laboratories, is attending this year's ACHE Congress on Health Care Leadership conference in Chicago. He will be sharing his thoughts and photos from the...
March 2021 — Cardiovascular Pathology - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides an Anatomic Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Cardiovascular Pathology.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Education Launches Phlebotomy Learning Modules - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Education is pleased to announce the release of its first of six phlebotomy modules, “Fundamentals of Phlebotomy.”
Adapting to Fast-Paced Studying - Insights
Reilly Hannon, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science program, discusses valuable study techniques she has learned.
Elitza Theel, Ph.D., Explains New Lyme Disease Testing - Insights
Elitza Theel, Ph.D., Director of the Infectious Diseases Serology Laboratory, Co-Director of the Vector-Borne Diseases Laboratory, and Associate Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, was recently interviewed by CAP Today about new...
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research: May 3 - Insights
Featured abstract: An overview of the clinical presentation, pathology, and the current therapeutic approach of the main representative disorders in the spectrum of glomerulonephritis.
On-Demand Education: Pros Clearly Outweigh Cons - Insights
On-demand continuing medical education is growing in popularity among medical professionals as they need a required number of hours to maintain their professional licensures. Janet Bergquist, Education Specialist at Mayo Medical...
Amy Clayton, M.D., Appointed Anatomic Pathology Division Chair - Insights
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Clayton, M.D., as the new Chair of the Division of Anatomic Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester.
A Reflection on the Past 12 Weeks of the MLS Program - Insights
Makenzie Fong, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science class of 2018, reflects on the past twelve weeks of the program.
That's a Wrap on Clinical Chemistry - Insights
Elizabeth Gamache, a student in Mayo Clinic’s Medical Laboratory Science class of 2018, recaps her nine-week clinical chemistry course.
Top 5 reasons to attend this year's Breast Cancer Innovation conference - Insights
Over the course of two days, Mayo Clinic’s 2022 Breast Cancer Care: Innovation, Disruptive Technologies and Early Adopters educational conference will bring you up to speed on the new therapeutics, technologies and techniques that could...
According to Mayo Clinic research published in JAMA, six genes contain mutations that may be passed down in families, substantially increasing a person’s risk for pancreatic cancer.
Applying the Staffing-to-Workload Methodology: Same-Day Testing Staffing Model - Insights
Mike Baisch, Principal Systems Engineer at Mayo Clinic, discusses how to apply the staffing-to-workload methodology to accommodate same-day testing requirements.
Gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) have revolutionized MRIs by increasing the clinical utility and detection sensitivity of these exams. GBCAs also contain gadolinium, a rare earth metal with unique chemical properties. This article...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
The 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will feature presentations regarding water-related search and rescue, water-related deaths and firearms examination. The symposium will also include case presentations on deaths related to alcohol...
10th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights
Mayo Clinic's 10th Annual Forensic Science Symposium will cover a wide variety of topics, ranging from forensic odontology to traffic accident injuries. There will also be a focus on fatal accident prevention, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) use...
Leadership from the Mayo Clinic Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Residency Program are pleased to announce the selection of Justin Juskewitch, M.D., Ph.D., and Kabeer Shah, D.O., as...
Hearts and Hogs for Heroes worked with other businesses to donate over 400 meals to staff within the division of clinical microbiology at the Hilton Building and Superior Drive Support Center.
Ross Reichard, M.D., Named DLMP Vice Chair of Quality and Associate Chair of Practice - Insights
Ross Reichard, M.D., has been appointed the new Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) Vice Chair of Quality and Associate Chair of Practice, effective June 28, 2017. These two leadership positions were created by the DLMP...
Baseball Signed by Lou Gehrig Highlights Mayo History #ThrowbackThursday - Insights
In 1939, in Rochester, Minnesota, a young man named Robert Tierney was playing second base for the city's American Legion baseball team when he crossed paths with another of the game's all-time greats: The Iron Horse himself, Lou Gehrig.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: Jan. 1 - Insights
This week’s Research Roundup highlights multifaceted Fanconi anemia signaling.
Mom Knows Best When It Comes to Inspiring Blood Donation - Insights
For Doug Bodde, a Laboratory Service and Partner Development Manager in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology in Rochester, blood donation has been a part of his life since he was young.
1914: "Mayo Clinic" becomes Official Name #ThrowbackThursday - Insights
Given the stature of Mayo Clinic, it can be surprising to learn that this name was not developed by a high-powered consulting firm. Audience analytics and focus group metrics played no part in creating it. For that matter, even the people...
Twitter as a Microblog Platform - Insights
Justin Kreuter, M.D., highlights how professional networks can be nurtured continuously throughout the year with the help of Twitter.
Mayo Laboratory Inquiry Receives Top Honors - Insights
Mayo Laboratory Inquiry (MLI) has been named a Center of Excellence by BenchmarkPortal for the seventh year in a row. MLI was also named a Top Contact Center and took home the top honors in the "Lowest Average Speed of Answer" category.
Mayo Clinic Labs @Work - Insights
Behind the scenes of a global lab Thousands of people in hundreds of different roles work at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. Mayo Clinic Labs @Work offers a
Our staff, our stories: Patrice Brown - Insights
Patrice Brown, PA(ASCP), shares her story of growing up in Virginia and moving to Rochester, Minnesota to work at Mayo Clinic. She also shares her unique perspective of traveling internationally as COVID-19 was starting to spread.
People Archives - Page 31 of 35 - Insights
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Lisa Brown, quality specialist for Mayo Clinic Laboratories customer service, explains working "behind the scenes" when a client calls Mayo Clinic Laboratories with an inquiry, that call is typically picked up within 20 seconds by an agent...
Clinical microbiology at Mayo Clinic: A look back and ahead - Insights
The field of clinical microbiology has a long and distinguished history at Mayo Clinic. Since the early 1900s, the clinical microbiology team has played important and leading roles in advancing testing and patient care.
Email Management and Tips - Insights
Opening your email inbox is like being dealt a hand of cards. You don’t know what you’ll get, you may be caught off guard, and you need to determine how to play out the hand you’ve been dealt. Thomas Huntley, MT(ASCP), Education...
For more than 50 years, Mayo Clinic Laboratories has been providing meaningful results to individuals seeking genetic answers. Rare genetic disorders can be among the most difficult conditions to diagnose. To provide meaningful answers, our...
Staffing to Workload in Phlebotomy Areas: Direct Effort - Insights
Mike Baisch, Principal Systems Engineer at Mayo Clinic, discusses staffing to workload in phlebotomy areas with a focus on direct effort through time spent with a patient or patient sample.
Live and recorded presentations featuring Q&A with subject matter experts who share lessons learned, reflect on current applications for testing, project the future of lab medicine, and provide resources for growing your laboratory.