LabMind
by ARUP Laboratories
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About this podcast
Join Dr. Jon Genzen, professor of pathology with the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and chief medical officer at ARUP Laboratories, as he explores the people, ideas, and innovations that shape the clinical lab community.
Episodes
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- An Interview With Dr. Joseph Vassalotti: Laboratory Testing and the Future of Kidney Disease · 40 minKidney disease affects more than one in seven adults in the United States, but for many patients, the first signs of trouble emerge not from their symptoms but from their…
- An Interview With Dr. Alan Remaley, Dr. Anna Wolska, and Maureen Sampson: Advancing LDL-C Calculation With Modern Equations · 43 minThe Friedewald equation has been the standard method for estimating low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) for more than 50 years. However, newer equations can reduce the…
- An Interview With Dr. Ryan Nelson: Using Pharmacogenetics To Minimize Toxicity With Chemotherapy · 43 minA single genetic variant can make the difference between effective cancer treatment and life-threatening toxicity. In this episode of LabMind, Ryan Nelson, PharmD, medical…
- An Interview With Ashley Zarling: Navigating the Complex World of Laboratory Billing · 51 minLaboratory billing is a complex and often challenging aspect of healthcare, yet appropriate reimbursement is essential to sustain operations and support high-quality patient…
- An Interview With Dr. Patricia Slev: Laboratory Evaluation of Vaccine-Induced Immunity · 37 minVaccination has been at the forefront of public discourse in recent years, yet the role of clinical laboratory testing in evaluating vaccination status has been largely…
- An Interview With Dr. Joe Wiencek: Reducing Waste in Clinical Laboratory Testing · 34 minClinical laboratories play a critical role in patient care while also generating substantial waste, including single‑use plastics, paper, and e-waste. In this special Lab Week…
- An Interview With Drs. LaShanta Brice, Melody Nelson, and Kacy Peterson: How the DCLS Adds Value and Laboratory Leadership · 42 minThe doctorate in clinical laboratory science (DCLS) is designed to address critical practice needs involving high-complexity CLIA laboratory directorships and effective…
- An Interview With Drs. Christine Cliatt Brown and Heather Nelson: Diagnostic Testing and Therapeutics Making a Difference for Patients With Alzheimer’s Disease · 48 minNew blood-based tests for Alzheimer's disease (AD) are advancing and reshaping how this devastating disorder is detected and treated. In this episode, Dr. Christine Cliatt Brown…
- An Interview With Danny Diaz: The Power of Resilience · 35 minChange is the new constant—especially in clinical laboratories and healthcare organizations. In this episode of LabMind, Danny Diaz, senior director of Clinical Application…
- An Interview With Dr. Kelly Doyle: Detecting G6PD Deficiency in Children · 34 minGlucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency is a genetic condition that can lead to life-threatening hemolysis in both children and adults. Early and accurate diagnosis…
- An Interview With Dr. Brian Jackson: The LabMind Journey · 39 minAfter seven years and almost 100 episodes of LabMind recorded, Dr. Brian Jackson, former medical director at ARUP Laboratories and faculty with the Spencer Fox Eccles School of…
- An Interview With Dr. Shaiba Ansari-Ali: Resilience in Medicine and in Life · 43 minIn 2016, Dr. Shaiba Ansari-Ali, a rheumatologist with Northwestern Medicine, experienced a near-fatal stroke that was followed by a misdiagnosed case of sepsis. In this…
- An Interview With Cherise Shockley: How Laboratory Data Can Empower Patients · 39 minAs laboratory professionals, we’re often focused on our critical role as part of the healthcare team in delivering results to providers. But, do we ever stop and think about the…
- An Interview With Dr. Benjamin Bradley: The Central Role of Clinical Laboratories in Controlling Emerging Pathogens · 41 minWhenever a new infectious disease enters the scene (or reenters, as in the case of measles), developing precise and accurate diagnostic tests as quickly as possible is critical…
- An Interview With Dr. Ryan Metcalf: The Art and Science of Creating a Clinical Guideline · 45 minIn this age of algorithms, how do we ensure clinical care is both science based and personalized? In this interview, Dr. Ryan Metcalf, section chief of Transfusion Medicine at…
- An Interview With Dr. Octavia Peck Palmer: Diversity, Equity, and Personalized Medicine · 43 minHealth equity and personalized medicine share a common goal: tailoring care to the needs of each individual. In this interview, Dr. Octavia Peck Palmer from the University of…
- An Interview With Dr. David Fajgenbaum: Embracing the “Ignorome” To Expedite Clinical Science · 41 minAfter nearly dying from a mysterious disease during medical school, Dr. David Fajgenbaum dedicated his career to breaking down barriers in biomedical research. Fajgenbaum is now…
- An Interview With Amanda Openshaw: The Laboratory Is a Mystery Machine of Diagnostics · 47 minEvery specimen represents a potential mystery, and laboratory professionals often play the role of detectives. For the 2025 Lab Week episode of LabMind, Amanda Openshaw, a…
- An Interview With Dr. Qinwen Mao: Why We Need Better Laboratory Tests for Dementia · 26 minWhy hasn’t there been more progress in developing therapies for Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia? One reason has been the lack of specific laboratory tests that…
- An Interview With Dr. Keith Elkins: What Doctors Really Want From Their Clinical Laboratories · 34 minAs laboratory professionals, we may think we have a good understanding of how physicians use our services. But how often do we ask them for practical feedback? In this interview…
