Volume 40 Number 2 | April 2026 The ASCLS Nominations Committee is pleased to present the following candidates for office in the 2026-27 Society year. Candidates selected by ASCLS members will take office during the 2026 ASCLS, AGT & SAFMLS Joint Annual Meeting. Members will elect one president-elect; three 3-year term directors; one 5-year term…
PAMA Cuts Delayed but Advocacy for RESULTS Act Continues | Department of Education Draft Regulations Spark Concern Over “Professional” Degree Definitions | Apply for ASCLS Awards and Scholarships | ASCLS Volunteer Opportunities | and More PAMA Cuts Delayed but Advocacy for RESULTS Act Continues On January 22, Congress passed a bipartisan consolidated appropriations package that…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary The article highlights the vital, often unseen, impact of medical laboratory professionals, illustrated through a multidisciplinary simulation exercise. It emphasizes that their worth comes from life‑saving outcomes, not visibility or external recognition. Lab professionals are encouraged to value their expertise, share their stories, and advocate confidently for…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary Laboratory professionals may feel unseen, yet their work profoundly impacts patients. Through a story of identifying an abnormal specimen that led to a critical diagnosis, the article highlights how phlebotomists, medical laboratory scientists, and lab assistants make life‑changing differences every day. Even without public recognition, their vigilance…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary A new medical laboratory technician describes the shock of transitioning from supervised student work to making independent, high‑stakes clinical decisions. Initially overwhelmed by the responsibility, she gains confidence through mentorship and trust from colleagues. The article highlights the emotional weight of becoming a “hidden clinician” and the…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary Clinical laboratory science educators create a lasting impact beyond the classroom by shaping students’ diagnostic reasoning, professional communication, and commitment to patient safety. Through innovative pedagogy, mentorship, and workforce pipeline support, their choices ripple into stronger clinical practice, improved patient outcomes, and a more resilient profession, multiplying…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary The article highlights how clinical laboratory professionals have suffered from shrinking staff, lost autonomy, and emotional exhaustion. It emphasizes the need for visibility, acknowledging their grief, sacrifices, and unmet needs. By validating their sadness, the author argues, workers can begin to adapt, heal, and reclaim their humanity…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary This article highlights how medical laboratory professionals extend their impact beyond the lab through community engagement and interprofessional collaboration. By working in pro-bono clinics and educational settings, they enhance patient care, improve specimen quality, foster mutual understanding, and strengthen connections between laboratory scientists, clinicians, students, and the…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary This article emphasizes that every medical laboratory test represents a real patient whose safety depends on accuracy. It highlights how errors can jeopardize care and stresses accountability, mindfulness, and leadership in fostering a culture where precision and ethical responsibility outweigh speed in the laboratory. Reinforcing a Culture…
Volume 40 Number 1 | February 2026 Summary While physicians are often at the forefront of patient care, diagnostic laboratories serve as the backbone of modern medicine. Medical laboratory professionals, though rarely visible to patients, play an essential role in diagnosing diseases, guiding treatment, and ultimately saving lives. This article emphasizes the importance of laboratory…