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Expert opinions needed for comments on evaluationg residual disease for adult B-ALL #PathTwitter #Lab4Life #Hematology

@Medlabconvo @ahmad_kafayat @Aijay_Nwoye @chidxebube @DanielEbukun @DigitalFav_our @Heisazure17 @MaryOyeyemi76 @Martha_d_great @manWNDRFL The indecision and time needs of applying and interviewing for jobs while working around attendance and work schedules while also getting the homework and studying done was tough. After securing a job was the fear of not passing final exams or certification exams. Then 👩‍🎓🎉💲

They said the first year as an #MLS student is the hardest… but no one warned us about the final days Let's discuss the reality of what the Last Days of Being an MLS are like #LetsTalkMedLab Open thread 🧵...

I’m not crying, you are 😭🔬 Will we go completely digital? Our microscopes will always be a part of our work, no matter how big or small. #pathX #pathology #digpath @dpatweet @Pathologists @ASCP_Chicago @TheUSCAP @pathologistmag

National Volunteer Week coincides this year with Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. What ideas do you have to combine both volunteer service and visibility as a #MedicalLaboratory professional? Join the conversation on ASCLS Connect! #IamASCLS #Lab4Life #LabWeek

Monday munchies? Resident room restock!! Our coordinator @mserb326 takes great care of us. 🥰📚🔬 #geisingergme

What can #MedicalLaboratory professionals add to their resumes to attract attention from recruiters and hiring managers? Non-lab specific certifications, like Lean Six Sigma? Volunteer positions with organizations, like ASCLS? Join the conversation on ASCLS Connect. #IamASCLS

Over the past 80 years, we've learned so much about human biochemistry and made huge strides in our ability to assess biomarkers of health and disease. Those performing that testing must gain the expertise necessary to ensure accurate and reliable results.

The shortage of Medical Laboratory Professionals is not limited to the United States! This is a major problem and is being exacerbated by reductions in higher ed and STEM funding. #Lab4Life

I got the question of the week correct! Did you?

For the first time, laboratory workforce data from ASCP has been included in the #AHA’s 2025 Environmental Scan. The inclusion of ASCP workforce data highlights the critical role of the laboratory in shaping the healthcare landscape and the essential contributions of medical laboratory professionals in delivering patient care. Read more: bit.ly/3F4c4gK #PatientCare #MedLab

Elizabethtown College introduces new medical laboratory science program abc27.com/local-news/eli…

So excited to learn about a local college starting a new MLS degree! #Lab4Life more pathways to getting the education and experience to enter laboratory professional workforce. Elizabethtown College introduces new medical laboratory science program abc27.com/local-news/eli…

Today marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. With 67% of biomedical scientists in the UK being women, we celebrate their impact on healthcare & inspire the next generation. bit.ly/4gH2r4J #WomenInSTEM

Wonderfully said!

Great topic! I think laboratory medicine careers attract and tickle neurodiverse minds #PathTwitter x.com/PathAssist/sta…

We have graduates!!! Congrats to the FIRST graduating class of the Medical Laboratory program at SKYCTC!!

The CDC announced its new Office of Laboratory Systems and Response (OLSR), uniting key laboratory divisions under one roof to elevate public health and clinical labs as essential infrastructure. Led by Dr. Ren Salerno, the OLSR will enhance lab quality, safety, and response readiness, streamlining operations and boosting coordination during health crises. Learn more at: bit.ly/3ZpXIz1

I ❤️ pathelective.com! If you want to get some awesome #pathology education for free, this is the site for you. Shout out to @ KMirza & @cullen_lilley for spearheading this amazing effort. #pathology #PathMatch23 #pathologists #PathTwitter #usmle

@MBDFlanaganMD @WVUPathology Congratulations!

It's official: I'll be Interim #Chair of @WVUPathology starting Jan 1! medicine.wvu.edu/news/story/?he…

The 2025 Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference is your gateway to 40+ educational sessions packed with insights on teaching strategies, program management, student engagement & more. Sign up by Dec. 20 for early bird registration. #CLEC2025 #IamASCLS ascls.org/8-cant-miss-se…