Laborastories | presented by ADLM

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ADLM is pleased to present Laborastories: The Podcast. In this new series, ADLM President Dr. Paul J. Jannetto talks with experts in laboratory medicine to learn more about the people behind clinical laboratory testing and explore both the current issues they are facing and the many ways their work impacts patient lives. Remember – every laboratorian has a story.

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August 12, 2026Episode 4824 min

Building it doesn't mean they'll come: Real lessons from FIB-4 in the lab | Episode 48

Although fatty liver disease affects approximately 1 in 3 adults in the U.S., most people with this disease remain unaware of it until it progresses to advanced liver fibrosis. In this episode of Laborastories, Dr. Melanie Pollan, head of global field medical sciences at Siemens Healthineers, sits down with Dr. Aya Haghamad, clinical solutions specialist at Northwell Health, to explore the use of noninvasive tests such as the FIB-4 index in MASLD/MASH management and discuss real-world experience integrating the tool into clinical workflows. This is a paid advertisement for Laborastories' listeners brought to you by Siemens Healthineers. The views expressed do not necessarily represent ADLM's views, and their inclusion in this podcast is not an endorsement by Laborastories or ADLM. With special guest: Dr. Aya Haghamad, clinical solutions specialist at Northwell Health Hosted by: Dr. Melanie Pollan, head of global field medical sciences at Siemens Healthineers

June 30, 2026Episode 4738 min

The UNIVANTS story | Episode 47

Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto sits down with Tricia Ravalico, director of global scientific leadership and education at Abbott and founder of the UNIVANTS of Healthcare Excellence program, to discuss how this awards program recognizes the importance of lab-led interdisciplinary teamwork for achieving better health outcomes, the factors that distinguish the strongest UNIVANTS submissions, and Ravalico's upcoming book, "Unifying for Something Greater." Visit the UNIVANTS website Read " Unifying for Something Greater " With special guest: Tricia Ravalico Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

April 29, 2026Episode 4629 min

The laboratory medicine visibility story | Episode 46

Laboratory medicine professionals deserve a seat at the decision-making table for patient care, but labs still seem to operate in the background. Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto sits down with Dr. Christine Schmotzer, an associate professor in the department of pathology at Case Western Reserve University, to explore what keeps clinical labs stuck in the shadows, how they can step out of them, and how taking this step can improve patient outcomes. With special guest: Dr. Christine Schmotzer Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

March 31, 2026Episode 4517 min

The story of ADLM 2026 | Episode 45

What does it mean to design an inclusive scientific conference for the rapidly changing field of laboratory medicine? Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto and Dr. Amy Karger, chair of the 2026 ADLM Annual Meeting Organizing Committee, discuss the association's goal to broaden its scope beyond clinical chemistry and other major forces shaping ADLM 2026's educational priorities. With special guest: Dr. Amy Karger Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

February 25, 2026Episode 4433 min

The story of change in clinical publishing | Episode 44

Join Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto and Dr. Ian Young, new editor in chief for ADLM's The Journal of Applied Laboratory Medicine (JALM), to explore the ongoing major shifts in scientific publishing models, the advantages of JALM's transition to an open access journal, and Dr. Young's vision for better accessibility for audiences and authors. With special guest: Dr. Ian Young Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

January 21, 2026Episode 4317 min

The story of bridging science and impact | Episode 43

Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto sits down with Melanie J. Wells, ADLM's new chief executive officer, to explore her goals for the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine and how the association is uniquely positioned to shape the future of laboratory medicine. They also reflect on Wells' previous experiences at the intersection of science, health, and public service. With special guest: Melanie J. Wells Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

December 17, 2025Episode 4217 min

The international laboratory community story | Episode 42

Illnesses don't abide by borders. Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto and Dr. Barbara Goldsmith, chair of the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine's new Global Affairs Core Committee, discuss why it's imperative for laboratory medicine professionals to think globally and how the association is expanding its efforts to partner with and serve clinical laboratory communities around the world. With special guest: Dr. Barbara Goldsmith Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

November 19, 2025Episode 4118 min

The story of DCLS professionals | Episode 41

The Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) is a fairly new degree that uniquely equips its graduates to meet certain key challenges in patient care. Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto and Dr. Kacy Peterson, director of laboratory optimization and clinical integration at the Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, explore the emerging career paths that DCLS holders are taking, as well as how these professionals further proper test selection and interpretation, provide support on evidence-based best practices and guidelines, and foster collaboration between laboratorians and clinicians. With special guest: Dr. Kacy Peterson Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

November 12, 2025Episode 4010 min

Lab director perspective: Elevating POC urinalysis in complex care settings | Episode 40

Relying solely on the central laboratory for urinalysis testing comes with the risk of losing patients to follow up. In this episode of Laborastories, hosted by Dr. Ian Lentnek from Siemens Healthineers, Dr. Nicholas Larkey, point-of-care (POC) medical director and assistant professor of pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, discusses the advantages of POC testing for urinalysis and how to leverage it to increase workflow efficiency, generate faster results, and improve diagnostic accuracy. This is a paid advertisement for Laborastories' listeners brought to you by Siemens Healthineers. The views expressed do not necessarily represent ADLM's views, and their inclusion in this podcast is not an endorsement by Laborastories or ADLM. With special guest: Dr. Nicholas Larkey, point-of-care medical director and assistant professor of pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine Hosted by: Dr. Ian Lentnek, medical director, point of care diagnostics, Siemens Healthineers

October 15, 2025Episode 3914 min

The story of children's health | Episode 39

What are pediatric reference intervals and why are they critical for children's health? Laborastories host Dr. Paul J. Jannetto and Dr. Erin Schuler, director of chemistry, special chemistry, and point-of-care testing at Cincinnati Children's, discuss the current state of pediatric reference intervals, why national investment is needed to improve them, and how ADLM is addressing this advocacy priority. With special guest: Dr. Erin Schuler Hosted by: Dr. Paul J. Jannetto

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