by Webmaster | 1 November 2022 | Seen and Heard
As BC’s Interior Health experiences ongoing staff shortages, some laboratories are closing due to the issue. While this problem is not unique to BC, CSMLS CEO Christine Nielsen spoke to Global New’s Megan Turcato on long-term staffing solutions, including increased...
by Webmaster | 23 September 2022 | Seen and Heard
As staffing shortages continue to impact the medical laboratory community, CEO Christine Nielsen says our public healthcare systems should adhere to certification and hiring qualifications that uphold the high standards of care patients expect from medical laboratory...
by Webmaster | 11 May 2022 | Seen and Heard
As pandemic demands and an MLT shortage converge, Saskatchewan medical laboratory capacity is “close to a breaking point.” CSMLS CEO Christine Nielsen points to government funding for bridging programs and clinical placements as long-term solutions. Read the full...
by Webmaster | 4 May 2022 | Seen and Heard
While MLT shortages and supply issues should provoke changes to test ordering, CSMLS CEO Christine Nielsen points to federal investment as a needed approach to increase laboratory capacity. More from the Calgary Herald.
by Webmaster | 28 April 2022 | Seen and Heard
CSMLS CEO Christine Nielsen spoke to Forbes to explain the importance of training and workforce retention amid a medical laboratory technologist (MLT) shortage in Canada, while also pointing to long-term solutions. Read the full article here.
by Webmaster | 30 March 2022 | Seen and Heard
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to prompt supply chains issues, challenging some laboratory functions. Christine Nielsen, CEO of CSMLS, outlines key Lab Wisely recommendations as important steps in a long-term solution. Read the full article,...
