Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS): Contributing Quality and Value in Clinical Laboratory Services Delivery

Course overview

Presented by: Nadine A. Fydryszewski, PhD, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM and Brandy Gunsolus, DCLS, MLS(ASCP)CM. Short description: The Doctor of Clinical Laboratory Science (DCLS) is an advanced practice healthcare practitioner dedicated to increasing the value of diagnostics through consultation as members of interprofessional healthcare teams and conducting research focused on evidence of the impact of diagnostics on healthcare outcomes. As a member of interprofessional healthcare teams, the DCLS contributes by providing consultation to assure quality & value improvement in utilization and delivery of laboratory services. Consultation occurs in a variety of setting as described in the Diagnostics Consultation Model (copyright). Case examples will demonstrate the value of the DCLS consult to quality patient care, safety, laboratory utilization and cost outcomes. Learning objectives: 1. Assess the evidence of the need to improve the delivery of clinical laboratory diagnostic services. 2. Define the Doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science. 3. Describe the Diagnostics Consultation Model (DCM). 4. Evaluate the contribution of DCLS consultations related to patient safety, quality patient care, and cost.