Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories

🚀 Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists! 🧬 At Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories, we are proud to continue our commitment to fostering curiosity and innovation among Milwaukee’s young scholars! 🌟 Through the Ignite Program in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin, we recently hosted an engaging lab tour for students from Lincoln Center of the Arts Middle School. This initiative is part of our ongoing mission to expose young minds to the exciting world of clinical laboratory science and the cutting-edge possibilities it holds for education and career growth. By introducing these bright students to the vital role of laboratory science in healthcare, we aim to spark their passion for learning and inspire them to explore the limitless opportunities in this ever-evolving field. Together, we’re building pathways to brighter futures, one student at a time. 💡🔬 #WisconsinDiagnosticLaboratories #MedicalCollegeOfWisconsin #LincolnCenterOfTheArts #STEMEducation #FutureScientists #InnovationInHealthcare #MilwaukeeYouth #Ignite #Innovation #WDL #MCW #ClinicalLabScience

Today's the day! There's still time to register for our upcoming Education Collaborative Discussion happening this morning at 11:00 a.m. (CST). You can register today by emailing WDLEducationCollaborative@wisconsindiagnostic.com. In the email to register, please present your name, role and the name of the laboratory you support. A WebEx meeting invite will be sent for upcoming meetings. Please note these times are Central Standard Time (CST). Please feel free to share with other colleagues and organizations that may be interested in being a part of this meaningful discussion! #webinar #discussion #professionaldevelopment #volunteer #service #careerpathways #education #academicpartnerships #careergrowth

Today, we honor and celebrate our veterans — the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms. A special salute goes out to those who not only served on the frontlines but who also dedicate their expertise to clinical laboratory science. These unsung heroes in lab coats are essential to the health and readiness of our patients and healthcare facilities, ensuring accurate diagnoses, life-saving tests, and critical medical support for those in need. To all who have served and continue to serve, thank you for your commitment, sacrifice, and dedication. Happy Veterans Day! #VeteransDay #HonorOurHeroes #MilitaryLabTechs #ClinicalLabScience #MedicalLaboratory #VeteranSupport #HealthcareHeroes #LabProfessionals #ServiceAndSacrifice #MilitaryMedicine #ThankYouVeterans

There's still time to register! Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories is less than a week away from hosting our next Education Collaborative Discussion on Wednesday, November 13 at 11:00 a.m. (CST), featuring special guests from The APHL - Association of Public Health Laboratories, Dana Powell Baker, Ed.D., MBA, MS, CPH, MLS(ASCP)cm – Manager, Academic Partnerships, Experiential Learning; and Ladan G. - Senior Specialist , Academic Partnerships, Experiential Learning. The topic for this discussion will be "Enhance Your Career through Professional Volunteerism." In this session, presenters will provide practical tips and strategies for integrating volunteer service into your career plan to enhance your professional growth. Presenters will share personal success stories and discuss opportunities for attendees to explore professional development options through engagement with professional associations. You can register today by emailing WDLEducationCollaborative@wisconsindiagnostic.com. In the email to register, please present your name, role and the name of the laboratory you support. A WebEx meeting invite will be sent for upcoming meetings. Please note these times are Central Standard Time (CST). Please feel free to share with other colleagues and organizations that may be interested in being a part of this meaningful discussion! #WDL #APHL #LabLife #Volunteerism #Engagement #ClinicalLabScience #ProfessionalGrowth

This past week, Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories had the pleasure of hosting students from Native Nations Nursing, Helpers, and Healers Summit as part of the Ignite program, in collaboration with Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin! 🏥🔬 These future leaders had the opportunity to visit various departments within our lab, while participating in simulated, interactive lab exercises as they learned about potential careers in pathology, medical technology, laboratory science and more. It's important for us to show the next generation of healthcare leaders how essential our team's support is for patient care, and we hope we’ve inspired them! #STEMeducation #FutureLeaders #HealthcareCareers #IgniteProgram #Froedtert #MCW

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories will be hosting our next Education Collaborative Discussion on Wednesday, November 13 at 11:00 a.m. (CST), featuring special guests from The APHL - Association of Public Health Laboratories, Dana Powell Baker, Ed.D., MBA, MS, CPH, MLS(ASCP)cm – Manager, Academic Partnerships, Experiential Learning; and Ladan G. – Senior Specialist, Academic Partnerships, Experiential Learning. The topic for this discussion will be "Enhance Your Career through Professional Volunteerism." In this session, presenters will provide practical tips and strategies for integrating volunteer service into your career plan to enhance your professional growth. Presenters will share personal success stories and discuss opportunities for attendees to explore professional development options through engagement with professional associations. You can register today by emailing WDLEducationCollaborative@wisconsindiagnostic.com. In the email to register, please present your name, role and the name of the laboratory you support. A WebEx meeting invite will be sent for upcoming meetings. Please note these times are Central Standard Time (CST). Please feel free to share with other colleagues and organizations that may be interested in being a part of this meaningful discussion! #WDL #APHL #LabLife #Volunteerism #Engagement #ClinicalLabScience #ProfessionalGrowth

As Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories continues to prioritize top tier patient care and expand its footprint of outreach within the community, we are proud to announce that our newest client is Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. Milwaukee Health Services (MHSI) was founded in 1989 as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with two locations located on Milwaukee’s North side. Serving 20,000 patients annually, MHSI employs specialists in family medicine, pediatrics, podiatry, dental, and OBGYN. In addition, they provide dental, pharmacy, social work and behavioral health services to their patients. MHSI is led by Dr. Tito Izard, MD (President/CEO), who also sits on the Froedtert Health Hospital Board of Directors. WDL will provide full-time phlebotomists to MHSI between both of their locations, and phlebotomy services will be exclusively dedicated to MHSI patients. Welcome to the team! #WDL #MHSI #MilwaukeeHealth #FQHC #Community #FamilyMedicine #PublicHealth #CommunityOutreach #Engagement #Quality #Excellence #ClinicalLabScience #Medicine #LabLife

It is with great sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Erica Carpenter, Blood Bank Manager for Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories. Erica's tenure at WDL spans over the course of 20 years, beginning with her clinical rotations as an MLS student in all departments of the lab; but she had a passion for Blood Bank from the start and listed that as her first choice when being interviewed as a student. Throughout her career at WDL, Erica worked in several capacities within the Blood Bank until she assumed the role of Blood Bank Manager in 2021.   Erica's vibrant spirit was reflected through her commitment to service and the well-being of patients and team members. Erica's philanthropic persona permeated through the work she did with both the Blood Bank and the Employee Appreciation Committee (EAC), where she implemented fun and interactive activities for members of the lab throughout the year. She was a powerful force in her department and the impact of her investment in WDL will continue to be felt for years to come. She advanced the excellence of the Blood Bank and employee wellness, and we are truly indebted to her for allowing WDL to be the space where she cultivated her professional growth in clinical laboratory science, leadership, and engagement. Erica was one of our beloved members of our WDL family, and she will be deeply missed. We are eternally grateful for her impact on our organization and the lives she touched throughout her career and lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband, children, and the rest of her loved ones.

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories was well represented at the 2024 TELCOR Inc RCM User Conference in Omaha, Nebraska. Robin Herbner, Chief Administrative Officer, and Alfred Sumrall, Manager, Revenue Cycle & Reimbursement, presented on how Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories uses cost per test to measure profitability and drive decision making in the laboratory. WDL was also fortunate enough to receive recognition for being a 5 year customer of TELCOR, Inc! #TELCOR #WDL #Profitability #LabLife #ClinicalLabScience

As we conclude this year's Hispanic Heritage Month, we are honored to recognize and uplift the Hispanic and Latinx communities that make Milwaukee so vibrant. We'd like to give a special shout-out to one of our community partners, Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers for their unwavering commitment to the health and wellness of Milwaukee’s community, especially Latinx families. WDL is grateful that our partnership exemplifies their mission to "improve the health and well-being of Milwaukee and surrounding communities by providing quality patient-centered family-based health care, health education, and social services that’s free from linguistic, cultural, and economic barriers." Their dedication truly makes a difference and advances our commitment to quality patient care! Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories is proud to hire bilingual phlebotomists who do exemplary work and bring a personal touch to the communities they serve. By bridging language and cultural understanding, we aim to ensure every patient feels seen, heard, and cared for; while also elevating the cultural diversity of individuals within our organization. Together, we’re building a healthier community. #HispanicHeritageMonth #CommunityCare #WDL #SixteenthStreet #CelebrateDiversity #Phlebotomy