Who are these health care personnel that have gone by a variety of names over the years–Medical Technologist (MT) to Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), which while oft hidden from the public, provides up to 70 percent of the results/data for physicians and others to make informed decisions about one’s diagnosis and treatment plan?
Rodney Rohde, PhD, Professor and Program Chair for the Clinical Laboratory Science Program at Texas State University in San Marcos joined me on the Christmas airing of the Outbreak News This Week Radio Show to discuss the profession, educational paths, shortages and other current issues and some thoughts on the future of medical laboratory science.
We also looked into certification and occupational licensure, the issue with the CMS wanting to allow people with nursing degrees to do laboratory work and other important topics.
WATCH: Dr Rohde presents at TedX Texas State University Conference
Check out some of his articles on the MLS profession HERE and HERE
LISTEN to the complete interview below:
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Thank you for sharing this important update Dr. Rodney and really our work is the most appreciated in the Health Institutions!
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Thanks for the update Dr. Rodney. Let’s hope people come to know of our contribution to healthcare delivery.
Thank you Dr. RODHE for your sharing your insights into our profession. I taught some of your TSU students when they did their clinical rotations in chemistry. I was impressed with their aptitude and attitude! Upon graduation, some of them became coworkers at our hospital lab. Thank you for your excellent program.