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Malissa is joined by Fred Howard. Fred is a medical laboratory scientist who specializes in flow cytometry.

Malissa & Dave are joined by George Fritsma. George Fritsma manages www.fritsmafactor.com, The Fritsma Factor, Your Interactive Hemostasis Resource for Precision BioLogic Inc., Dartmouth, NS; and “Coag Conversations” for BioMedica Diagnostics, Inc., Windsor, NS. If you want to learn more about George, please view this author interview: https://aob.amegroups.org/post/view/readers-rsquo-choice-author-interview-with-dr-george-a-fritsma

Malissa & Dave are joined by George Fritsma. George Fritsma manages www.fritsmafactor.com, The Fritsma Factor, Your Interactive Hemostasis Resource for Precision BioLogic Inc., Dartmouth, NS; and “Coag Conversations” for BioMedica Diagnostics, Inc., Windsor, NS. If you want to learn more about George, please view this author interview: https://aob.amegroups.org/post/view/readers-rsquo-choice-author-interview-with-dr-george-a-fritsma

Malissa & Dave are joined by David McGlasson to talk about chromogenic factor X assays and their use monitoring patients on warfarin.

David McGlasson was a GS-13 staff researcher at the 59th Clinical Research Division at Lackland JBSA in Sant Antonio, TX until retirement. He holds degrees from the University of Incarnate Word and San Antonio College in San Antonio, TX and certification from the Gradwohl Schoolf of Laboratory Technique in Medical Technology. To read more about David, you can visit the Diapharma website https://diapharma.com/clot-club-david-mcglasson/ Here is the link to the article about chromogenic factor X assays: https://diapharma.com/news-and-events/chromogenic-factor-x-assays-vs-the-pt-inr-to-monitor-subjects-on-coumadin-therapy-when-an-individual-approach-is-necessary/

Malissa & Dave are joined by Ali Murphy. Malissa recently earned her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Ali has previously earned her Certified Associate in Project Management (CaPM) certification from the Project Management Institute (www.pmi.org). Ali is here to share her insights into project management in the clinical laboratory. Join us to learn more!

Malissa & Dave are joined by George Fritsma. George Fritsma manages www.fritsmafactor.com, The Fritsma Factor, Your Interactive Hemostasis Resource for Precision BioLogic Inc., Dartmouth, NS; and “Coag Conversations” for BioMedica Diagnostics, Inc., Windsor, NS. If you want to learn more about George, please view this author interview: https://aob.amegroups.org/post/view/readers-rsquo-choice-author-interview-with-dr-george-a-fritsma #medicallaboratory #medicallabtechnology #hematology #medicallab #hemostasis #education #coagulation #bleedingdisorders

Malissa & Dave are joined by George Fritsma. George Fritsma manages www.fritsmafactor.com, The Fritsma Factor, Your Interactive Hemostasis Resource for Precision BioLogic Inc., Dartmouth, NS; and “Coag Conversations” for BioMedica Diagnostics, Inc., Windsor, NS. If you want to learn more about George, please view this author interview: https://aob.amegroups.org/post/view/readers-rsquo-choice-author-interview-with-dr-george-a-fritsma

Malissa & Dave are joined by David McGlasson to talk about the Genene Jones "Killer Nurse" Story.

David McGlasson was a GS-13 staff researcher at the 59th Clinical Research Division at Lackland JBSA in Sant Antonio, TX until retirement. He holds degrees from the University of Incarnate Word and San Antonio College in San Antonio, TX and certification from the Gradwohl Schoolf of Laboratory Technique in Medical Technology. To read more about David, you can visit the Diapharma website. Here is the link to the article about the Genene Jones "Killer Nurse" Story.

Malissa & Dave review von Willebrand's Disease.

Malissa & Dave discuss abnormal platelet disorders.

Malissa & Dave are joined by David McGlasson to talk about the standardization of coauglation nomenclature.

David McGlasson was a GS-13 staff researcher at the 59th Clinical Research Division at Lackland JBSA in Sant Antonio, TX until retirement. He holds degrees from the University of Incarnate Word and San Antonio College in San Antonio, TX and certification from the Gradwohl Schoolf of Laboratory Technique in Medical Technology. To read more about David, you can visit the Diapharma website. Here is the link to the article about Coagulation Nomenclature Standardization.

Malissa & Dave discuss routine coagulation testing.

Malissa & Dave are joined by Vickie Cunningham. Vickie is a retired medical laboratory scientist who has amazing insight into the qualities that make someone an effective mentor (among her many other insights!). Join us to learn more!

LaShanta joins Malissa & Dave to talk about routine coagulation testing considerations.

Dr. LaShanta Brice graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in December 2021 with her Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. She received her Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2014 and her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Virginia Commonwealth University-Medical College of Virginia in 2008. Dr. Brice specializes in hematology and coagulation with 15 years of bench experience, management experience, process development, quality and compliance, and teaching experience. Her most recent position was the Hematology and Flow Cytometry Supervisor at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. She currently serves as Diagnostica Stago's Scientific Engagement & Clinical Education Specialist. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and designing Happy Planner layouts.

Join Dave & Malissa where we uncover the multifaceted journey of a Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) working in industry. Explore the pivotal role she plays in hemostasis and healthcare, from advancing diagnostic accuracy to driving innovation in laboratory medicine. Hear firsthand accounts of her challenges, breakthroughs, and journey through her DCLS program. Whether you're aspiring to enter this vital field or intrigued by the science behind diagnostics, join us as we illuminate the career pathways, opportunities, and contributions of DCLS experts in shaping the future of clinical care.

Dr. LaShanta Brice graduated from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in December 2021 with her Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. She received her Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2014 and her Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Virginia Commonwealth University-Medical College of Virginia in 2008. Dr. Brice specializes in hematology and coagulation with 15 years of bench experience, management experience, process development, quality and compliance, and teaching experience. Her most recent position was the Hematology and Flow Cytometry Supervisor at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. She currently serves as Diagnostica Stago's Scientific Engagement & Clinical Education Specialist. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and designing Happy Planner layouts.

Dave & Malissa did something a little different! This podcast episode is more for high school students thinking about what they want to do when they finish high school. We have high school senior, Josh, interview us about what is MLS and what is the career all about.

Dave & Malissa continue to review normal secondary hemostasis and include tertiary hemostasis.

Dave & Malissa review secondary hemostasis (aka coagulation).

Malissa & Dave are joined by Vickie Cunningham. Vickie is a retired medical laboratory scientist who has amazing insight into the qualities that make a supervisor great (among her many other insights!). Join us for part 2 of this episode.

Malissa & Dave are joined by Vickie Cunningham. Vickie is a retired medical laboratory scientist who has amazing insight into the qualities that make a supervisor great (among her many other insights!). Join us for part 1 of this episode.

Malissa & Dave talk about training the trainer - making sure that the laboratory scientists in your clinical laboratory are well prepared and trained to train students, new employees, medical students, etc.

We begin reviewing hematological theory beginning with hemostasis. This episode is a review of overall primary hemostasis.

Dr. Leclair joins us to discuss how laboratory professionals can get involved in patient advocacy.

Susan Leclair, PhD, CLS (NCA) is a retired chancellor professor from the department of Medical Laboratory Science at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and a senior associate at the UMass Center for Molecular Diagnostics.

Stephanie joins us today to share with us what it's like being an educator. Not only will Stephanie share her experience, but Dave and Malissa will as well.

Stephanie Cochrane, MS, MLS(ASCP) CM is a lecturer in the undergraduate medical laboratory science program at Rutgers University School of Health Professions where she primarily teaches Hematology I and II. Her research interests include active learning and implementing evidence-informed teaching strategies into practice. At the time of this recording, Stephanie was pursuing a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction degree from Liberty University and she has since earned her doctoral degree. A long-term professional goal of hers is to become an instructional coach to assist novice and veteran educators in implementing evidence-based teaching strategies into practice. Her favorite quote by Brad Henry is “A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love for learning”. It is through her teaching methods and strategies that her love for learning is reflected and she hopes to instill this same passion for learning in her students.

Contact info:

Email: sbn26@shp.rutgers.edu

Twitter: @EducatorSteph

Kim Murray graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Medical Laboratory Science program in 2013. Kim was offered and accepted a position as a Generalist during her Clinical Internship at the VA Medical Center in Providence, RI. From graduation to May 2015 Kim worked as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, on second and first shift. In May 2015 Kim started her new career in IT at MEDITECH as a Laboratory Application Specialist, later moving to a Senior role. As of October 2022, Kim began her transition to her Executive Account Management role.

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Sarah Botelho graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in 2020. She started her career as a medical laboratory scientist in the blood bank for about one year before she started looking for other laboratory opportunities. Through her research, she discovered embryology and after touring an embryology laboratory, she realized this was how she wanted to further her career. She has been an embryologist for two years now and will graduate with her masters in Reproductive Clinical Science from Eastern Virginia Medical School in the spring of 2023. Overall, she continues to believe that her medical laboratory science degree has helped her in the embryology field and encourage any medical laboratory scientist who is interested in changing laboratories to check out embryology!

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Ali Lacy is a Clinical Trial Management Consultant with over 5 years of experience. She is a subject matter expert in clinical trial development, execution, and management of operations for biotech clients, including phases I-VI. Areas of expertise include microbiology, oncology, stem cell transplant, and genetically modified cellular therapies.

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We highly recommend checking this episode out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RRdBo-VUGeUKellie is joining us once more this time for a super cool talk about megakaryocytes. Kellie Machlus PhD is a principal investigator researching megakaryocytes and an assistant professor. You can follow her on Twitter @theclotthickens The views expressed by our guests are their views and not necessarily shared by Differential Discussions. #medlab #hematology #cells #laboratory

Our guest today joins us to talk about being a researcher. Kellie Machlus PhD is a principal investigator researching megakaryocytes and an assistant professor. You can follow her on Twitter @theclotthickens

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We begin reviewing hematological theory beginning with hemostasis. This episode will review normal primary hemostasis including von Willebrand Factor, platelet receptors, and platelet activation.

We begin reviewing hematological theory beginning with hemostasis. This episode will review normal primary hemostasis including the vasculature, megakaryopoeisis, and normal resting platelet features.

Ayla Canaran joins us to discuss good study habits, how to recover when having a hard time, and college life.

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