ASCLS Today is the membership newsletter of the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science.
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Volume 38 Number 6 | December 2024 Ali (Nussbaum) Murphy, MHHSA, MLS(ASCP)CM, caPM, ASCLS Director Imposter syndrome (IS) is a psychological disorder that impacts an individual’s view of themselves and presents as misplaced lack of self-esteem. Super go-getter perfectionists who struggle with accomplishments or struggle with self-confidence, even though they are highly proficient, are common…
Volume 38 Number 6 | December 2024 Part 3: How to Make it Engaging! Ali (Nussbaum) Murphy, MHHSA, MLS(ASCP)CM, caPM, ASCLS Director We have all been to presentations that were not engaging, given by incredibly smart people who were unable to make the content capture the audience’s attention. From the lecturer’s perspective, it can be…
Volume 38 Number 6 | December 2024 Looking for Future Leaders At the ASCLS, AGT & SAFMLS Joint Annual Meeting in June 2025, ASCLS delegates will choose from the candidates who have indicated a willingness to serve in a leadership position for the coming year. This is one of the many benefits and responsibilities of…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Pat Tille, PhD, MLS(ASCP), AHI(AMT), FACSc, ASCLS President The laboratory community consistently struggles with workforce shortages and a lack of recognition. If you go on any social media group related to laboratory science, you will see some disheartening realities for working professionals. They do not feel heard, they…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Sarah Steinberg, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM, ASCLS Ascending Professionals Forum Vice Chair A year ago, I shared my intimate experience with burnout. This is my phoenix story—how I not only survived but also began thriving, learning, and living again. For those who read my previous article, “The Trials and Tribulations…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Critical Stress Management Strategies for Medical Laboratory Professionals Georgia Vega, MBA, MLS(ASCP)CM, Patient Safety and Diagnostic Stewardship Committee Past-Chair Medical laboratory professionals play a critical role in patient care. The demanding nature of their work often results in profound physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion due to prolonged and…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Tips, Tricks, and Helpful Antidotes to Prevent Burnout in the Medical Laboratory Carly Preston, MLS(ASCP)CM, ASCLS Today Volunteer Contributor I will never forget a day in 2017 when I went on break during my first shift at a new hospital, and as I am rounding the corner of…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Carolyn Hosenfeld, DHSc, MLS(ASCP), SH(ASCP), ASCLS Today Volunteer Contributor Burnout is increasingly impacting our workforce, from new laboratory professionals to seasoned veterans. Many of us seek solace on our phones during our breaks or after work. I personally find myself guilty of mindlessly scrolling through the apps on…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Approaches for a Healthier Laboratory Workforce Aditi Sarkar, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM, Ascending Professionals Forum As a medical laboratory scientist (MLS), I deeply respect the dedication, rigorous education, and unwavering commitment to patient care that our profession demands. Our collective experience has highlighted significant challenges, especially in the post-COVID-19 era.…
Volume 38 Number 5 | October 2024 Ali (Nussbaum) Murphy, MHHSA, MLS(ASCP)CM, caPM, ASCLS Director The workplace can be an amazing place filled with wonderful friendships, rewarding work, and opportunities to stay fulfilled in the profession. This experience, however, is not universal. Some will have a decent working experience, keeping busy and getting a paycheck,…