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Breaking News To Trading MovesAbbott Diagnostics: Medtech Market Ripple Effects and Sector ShiftsAbbott Misses on Diagnostics Revenue, Pressuring Medtech Sentiment and Shifting Focus to Labs and ToolsWhat happenedAbbott ($ABT) missed quarterly revenue expectations, with weakness highlighted in its diagnostics business. The guidance tone also pressured sentiment across medtech and diagnostics as investors reassess near-term testing demand and pricing.Why the market caresWhen a mega-cap healthcare name misses on diagnostics, traders treat it as a read-through on:1. diagnostic testing volumes (flu season strength, routine lab utilisation)2. pricing and mix (COVID-related headwinds fading, but...
2026-01-2425 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastBlood Donor AwarenessOur 55th episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features Michelle Mullens, Global Portfolio Marketing Manager for Transfusion Medicine, diving into the evolving realities of today’s blood supply, and why steady, year‑round donation is critical to modern healthcare.
From the constant demand driven by everyday trauma to climate‑related disruptions that strain regional inventories, shifting prehospital practices that rely heavily on universal blood types and the growing role of automation in stabilizing testing workflows, this episode explores the interconnected systems that keep patients safe. Mullens shares how donor habits, resilient infrastructure and smarter immunohematology platforms help ensure blood...
2026-01-2114 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES Podcast2025 Diagnostic Trends and InnovationsOur 54th episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features Jonathan Siegrist, PhD, Executive Vice President of Research & Development and Chief Technology Officer, exploring the breakthroughs shaping diagnostics in 2025.
From high-sensitivity troponin testing for faster cardiac care to non-invasive assays improving gastrointestinal health, rapid combo tests for respiratory surges and advances in molecular diagnostics, informatics and AI – these innovations are transforming workflows, guiding timely decisions and redefining patient care across the continuum.
Dr. Siegrist shares how cutting-edge research and next-generation platforms are driving smarter diagnostics – delivering fast, reliable insights that empower clinicians and improve outcomes worl...
2025-12-1721 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastDon’t Wait for the Wake-Up CallOur 53rd episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features Dr. Qian Ding, MD, PhD, exploring why early detection of diabetes is a clinical and economic imperative.
From identifying silent disease progression to leveraging smarter lab platforms, early testing empowers clinicians to intervene sooner, personalize care and help prevent costly complications.
Dr. Ding shares how diagnostics and emerging biomarkers are helping reshape diabetes care – delivering fast, reliable insights that support proactive treatment and healthier outcomes.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Qian Ding, MD, PhD
Dr. Ding brings extensive experience in hosp...
2025-11-1912 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Power of informatics in Clinical Decision-MakingOur 52nd episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features George Wierschem, Senior Global Product Manager – informatics, discussing how informatics is transforming clinical labs. From streamlining workflows to strengthening cybersecurity, informatics helps labs turn data into decisions – faster, smarter and more securely.
George shares how modern platforms improve lab efficiency, ensure data integrity and support better patient outcomes through centralized access, automation and accountability.
About Our Speaker:
George Wierschem
Senior Global Product Manager for informatics at QuidelOrtho
George is a trained medical technologist with more than 30 years of labo...
2025-10-2211 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThrough the Shades of Illness, Testing Brings ClarityThis episode features Dr. Terry O’Neil, President and Medical Director of Urgent Care Pros, discussing why testing is essential when symptoms overlap during respiratory season. With conditions like strep, flu, RSV and COVID-19 often appearing similar at the outset, timely diagnostics provide clarity for both treatment and prevention.
Dr. O’Neil shares how rapid testing empowers urgent care providers to give patients clear answers, start appropriate treatment quickly, and reduce the risk of spreading illness to vulnerable family members and communities.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. O’Neil is a board-cer...
2025-09-2427 min
Conversations from LSIBridging the Gap: Equity and Innovation in Patient Reach | LSI Asia '25This Panel took place at LSI Asia ‘25 Emerging Medtech Summit in Singapore.This panel brings together industry leaders to discuss advancing equity and innovation in patient reach, exploring strategies to bridge disparities and improve healthcare access.This Panel featured:Buzz Palmer — CEO, MedTech ActuatorDr. Shailendra Bajpai — Medical & Public Affairs Director, Asia, embectaIris Lin — Head of JAPAC, QuidelorthoDeepak Kumar Sahu — Managing Director, Trinity Life SciencesSamuel Au — Founder & CEO, Cornerstone RoboticsJoin us at our ne...
2025-09-1229 min
On Medical GroundsHow Pharmacists Implemented a Test-and-Treat Program and Transformed Access to CareJoin our host Jane Caldwell for a conversation with pharmacists Duane Jones and Jennifer Griffin on how a pharmacy test-and-treat program can improve access to care. Duane and Jennifer share their best practice case of implementing a testing and billing workflow at the Harps Pharmacy network that improved patient care and provided needed reimbursement for pharmacy sustainability. They discuss details of their implementation and how other pharmacies can do the same. OMG has worked with Duane and Jennifer to provide resources for pharmacies who may be interested in starting their own test-and-treat programs to fill care gaps and improve...
2025-08-2538 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastStaying Vigilant Against Respiratory Illnesses This School YearOur 50th episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes features Dr. Jonathan Temte, a leading public health expert, discussing how schools, families, and healthcare providers can stay ahead of respiratory illnesses this school year. As students return to classrooms, familiar viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 often resurge.
Dr. Temte explains why symptoms alone can’t reliably distinguish between these illnesses and how rapid diagnostics are essential for early detection, accurate treatment, and preventing further spread.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Temte joined the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health faculty at the Unive...
2025-08-2029 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastHow Urgent Diagnostic Testing Can Help Prevent Drug Overdose DeathsIn this episode, you'll hear a conversation with our own Vonda McAllister about the critical role of rapid diagnostic testing in helping prevent drug overdose deaths. Discover how early detection in emergency departments enables timely interventions when patients present with altered mental status or respiratory distress. The discussion explores the evolving landscape of substance abuse in 2025, including synthetic opioids like fentanyl, emerging threats like xylazine ("tranq") and the challenges of polydrug use, creating unpredictable and potentially fatal combinations.
About Our Speaker:
Vonda McAllister, Director of Global Product Management. Vonda's diagnostic experience spans from R...
2025-07-2312 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastBloodlines: The Connection Between Blood Donation and Patient HealthIn this episode, you'll hear a conversation with transfusion medicine expert Michelle Mullens about how blood donation underpins patient health and the critical role it plays in healthcare. Discover how donated blood is vital not only for trauma care, but also for cancer treatments, chronic illnesses like sickle cell disease, and a wide range of surgeries. The discussion explores the growing challenges of blood supply shortages, the importance of specialized blood types, and how automation in blood banks is helping labs maintain safety and efficiency despite staffing pressures. Learn how each donation makes a difference and why maintaining a...
2025-06-1811 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastDiagnostic Pathways to Women’s Health and WellnessIn this episode, you'll hear a conversation with three women's health experts about how early diagnostic testing is transforming care for heart disease, STIs, and preeclampsia. Discover how proactive screening empowers women, supports personalized care, and helps shift healthcare from reaction to prevention.
About Our Speakers:
Dr. Lindy Crimmins, Global Medical Affairs Manager. Lindy's clinical experience spans from emergency medicine to critical and primary care. Currently, she is responsible for providing medical support for the QuidelOrtho acute care menu throughout the product lifecycle. Lindy is passionate about education, testing guideline updates and assay ut...
2025-05-2215 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastBeyond burnout: Key factors and strategies to solve the laboratory staffing crisisIn this episode, we spotlight the essential yet often-overlooked role of medical laboratory technologists – the backbone of today’s healthcare. With 70% of clinical decisions relying on lab results, these professionals face challenges including staffing shortages, rising diagnostic demands, burnout and low compensation. We explore what's driving the crisis and, more importantly, what can be done to solve it.
About Our Speaker:
Katy Marcum
Global Head of Clinical Labs Business Unit
QuidelOrtho
Katy is responsible for leading innovation and commercial success of the business unit worldwide, including strategic direction and soluti...
2025-04-2313 minOn Medical GroundsMedical Mystery Cases - The Over ExposureAndre Bennett, 59-year-old photographer recently returned from Africa, shows up to his doctor with a rash, fatigue, sore throat, and headache. The location of the rash makes this case seem cut and dry... but is it? Halfway through, his doctor starts to change course. Would you?This Medical Mystery Case is accredited for 0.5 hours of FREE continuing education credit for physicians, nurses, and laboratory professionals. By the time participants have completed listening to the podcast and viewing the accompanying materials at OnMedicalGrounds.com, they will be able to address the following Learning Objectives:Learning...
2025-04-1721 min
Service Council inService™ Podcast SeriesEP79 - Women in Service (WinS): Allyship, Mentorship, Leadership w/ QuidelOrthoMark your calendars for a very special episode of the inService Podcast, where we dive deep into the experiences, challenges and triumphs of women in service leadership. In this powerful conversation with QuidelOrtho colleagues and service leaders, Linda Tucci and Tammy DeWind, we’ll discuss the impact of leadership styles, the importance of mentorship, and strategies for creating inclusive work cultures that support women’s advancement. Join us on Tuesday, March 25th, at 12PM ET, as we unpack key issues like the "glass ceiling," unconscious bias, and how to balance assertiveness with collaboration as a woman in lead...
2025-04-0136 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastUnder attack: Sepsis and patient safety in the age of antibiotic resistanceThis episode discusses the growing threat of sepsis, a life-threatening condition caused by the body's overwhelming response to an infection. It explores the connection between the rise in sepsis cases and the increasing problem of antibiotic resistance, highlighting the importance of effective diagnostic tools and antibiotic stewardship programs in combating this public health challenge.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Mike Broyles
With more than 30 years of experience as a hospital pharmacy and laboratory director, Dr. Broyles is a leading expert on sepsis and the clinical use of drugs with a focus on a...
2025-03-1922 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastTake heart: How Point-of-Care Cardiac Diagnostics Save Time and LivesIn this episode, we’ll discuss the importance of cardiac testing at the point of care with two renowned experts on the topic, doctors Martin Than and Paul Collinson. Both of our guests today have extensive experience on the front lines of patient care and have witnessed firsthand how point-of-care testing can save time and save lives.
About our speakers:
Doctor Martin Than currently holds several positions in the field, including consultant specialists and director of research for the emergency department at Christchurch Hospital in New Zealand. He has authored 187 peer-reviewed journal articles on e...
2025-02-1939 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastValue of Metrics in the Laboratory EnvironmentIn this episode, we’ll explore how quality performance metrics are transforming clinical laboratory operations and why measuring the details – from accuracy to turnaround times – are essential for improving everything from test results to patient care.
About Our Speaker:
Johanna Miller, Global Product Manager for QuidelOrtho. Johanna brings a wealth of expertise working with laboratory metrics. She also has a strong background in data science, and she recently published a peer-reviewed article on a novel approach to leveraging big data to calculate Sigma metrics using input from real-world clinical laboratories. Johanna has also worked cl...
2025-01-2919 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastPreventing Rh Disease, the evolution from discovery to ongoing challengesRh disease remains a significant health challenge, particularly impacting expectant mothers and their newborns. In this episode of Science Bytes, Dr. Steven Spitalnik discusses the milestones in Rh disease treatment, the ongoing challenges and future opportunities to combat this condition.
About our Speaker
Dr Spitalnik, MD is a Professor in the Department of Pathology and Cell Biology, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University, and a member of the Medical Staff at New York Presbyterian/Columbia. He has authored over 250 publications and served as an investigator on ~30 grants and contracts including Pr...
2025-01-2927 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastSpotlight on syphilis: Breaking the chain with early detectionThe syphilis epidemic in the U.S. is a growing public health crisis, with rates increasing by 76% from 2018 to 2022. Syphilis is preventable and curable, but early detection is key—especially for pregnant women, where timely testing can prevent congenital syphilis.
Don’t miss this episode on the solutions to this growing epidemic.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Lily Li is the Senior Director of Medical, Scientific & Clinical Affairs at QuidelOrtho. With a medical degree from Peking University and a PhD in Immunology from the University of Alberta, Dr. Li has guided the develo...
2024-10-2315 min
Defense in DepthWhen You Just Can't Take It Anymore in CyberAll links and images for this episode can be found on CISO Series. Check out this post for the discussion that is the basis of our conversation on this week's episode co-hosted by me, David Spark (@dspark), the producer of CISO Series, and Shawn Bowen, VP, Deputy CISO - Gaming, Microsoft. Joining us is Patty Ryan, senior director, CISO, QuidelOrtho. In this episode: Recognizing humanity Death by a thousand meetings What are we looking for? Find your value Thanks to our podcast sponsor, GitGuardian GitGuardian is a Code Security...
2024-10-0330 minQuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastShe's not 'just tired': Exposing the hidden thyroid epidemic in womenDid you know that women are 10 times more likely than men to develop a thyroid condition, yet often remain undiagnosed due to medical bias and lack of awareness? We often see women present themselves to an emergency department with health concerns that are brushed off as “stress” or “weight-related” versus conducting diagnostic testing to identify the root cause.
How can we address that?
Don’t miss this episode on how healthcare providers can address these types of biases including timeliness of diagnosis, screening practices, and interpretation of lab results to enhance the quality of care for women...
2024-09-2508 min
Tacos and Tech PodcastThis Week in San Diego Tech News - Sept 4, 2024Listen & subscribe on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms. Welcome everyone to the weekly San Diego Tech News by Neal Bloom and Fred Grier from Fresh Brewed Tech. I'm Neal Bloom from Fresh Brewed Tech, the Tacos and Tech Podcast, and Interlock Capital. I'm Fred Grier, journalist and author of The Business of San Diego substack. I wrote about the tech industry for the San Diego Business Journal for two years. I covered the ins-and-outs of the startup world for much of that time, breaking news on IPOs, fundraising rounds, and M&A.
2024-09-0424 min
Finances Fondamentales68 - « The Bank on Yourself Revolution » de Pamela YellenDans ce 68e épisode, je fais la synthèse du livre « The Bank on Yourself Revolution » de Pamela Yellen publié en 2016 à partir de cinq éléments clés à retenir :
1. C’est QUOI cette révolution?
2. POURQUOI la mettre en place?
3. COMMENT le faire?
4. Ma prise de position…
5. Un exemple concret!
Abonne-toi pour soutenir mon travail et obtenir un épisode supplémentaire chaque mois : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/financesfondamentales/subscribe
Je t’invite aussi à suivre la page Facebook « Finances Fondamentales - éducation et investisse...
2024-03-1242 min
Tacos and Tech PodcastThis Week in San Diego Tech News - Feb 26, 2024Listen & subscribe on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms. Welcome everyone to the weekly San Diego Tech News by Neal Bloom and Fred Grier from Fresh Brewed Tech. I’m Neal Bloom from Fresh Brewed Tech, the Tacos and Tech Podcast, and Interlock Capital. I’m Fred Grier, journalist and author of The Business of San Diego substack. I wrote about the tech industry for the San Diego Business Journal for two years. I covered the ins-and-outs of the startup world for much of that time, breaking news on IPOs, fundraising rounds, and M&A...
2024-02-2729 min
Rebel's Edge with Jon & Pete NajarianLyft and the Typo SurgeJoin Jon and Pete Najarian on today's episode of Rebel's Edge as they discuss stocks including Robinhood making a comeback, Lyft spiking on a guidance typo, QuidelOrtho getting downgraded, and Upstart making progress but not money. Gain a deeper understanding of these stocks as Jon and Pete share their perspectives, potential growth prospects, and market predictions. They also talk about SuperBowl records and Duane Johnson's UFL. Stay on the cutting edge with Rebel's Edge.
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2024-02-1428 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastIdentifying Lesion-Causing Viral PathogensThe World Health Organization estimates 3.7 billion people under age 50 (67%) globally have herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) infection, the main cause of oral herpes, and 491 million people aged 15–49 (13%) worldwide have a herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) infection, the main cause of genital herpes. Although treatable, most HSV infections are often asymptomatic or unrecognized. Moreover, management of HSV infections is complicated by overlapping clinical presentation of unrelated herpesvirus infections, such as varicella-zoster virus (VZV), requiring differential diagnosis. Innovations in molecular diagnostics continue to play a critical role in the diagnosis and management of these diseases.
About Our Speake...
2023-11-2119 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastHyperhemolysis Syndrome in the Patient With Sickle Cell DiseaseSickle cell disease (SCD) patients are at risk of developing multiple complications from transfusions, including alloimmunization to red blood cell antigens, delayed hemolytic transfusion reactions and hyperhemolysis syndrome (HHS). While HHS is a rare complication of repeat blood transfusions in patients with SCD, clinicians and the laboratory have important roles in its detection and management.
In this podcast, Wally R. Smith, MD, the inaugural Florence Neal Cooper Smith Professor of Sickle Cell Disease at Virginia Commonwealth University shares insights to screening for and managing HHS.
About Our Speaker:
Wally R. Smith, MD...
2023-09-2119 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastSigma Metrics and the Value of Real World EvidenceSix Sigma is a popular way to measure quality. Sigma metrics have been adapted for the clinical laboratory by incorporating observed accuracy, precision and total error allowed (TEa). In vitro diagnostic (IVD) manufacturers have used Six Sigma to assess the quality of their assays using a small number of well-controlled systems to generate the data. QuidelOrtho has developed a novel approach to assess laboratory Sigma metrics for a broad range of assays using data from over 1,300 Vitros® instruments used in clinical labs.
In this podcast, Johanna Miller, data scientist at QuidelOrtho, discusses the value of using real-world da...
2023-08-3016 min
Siegel+Gale SaysUnlocking Brand: QuidelOrthoWelcome to our Unlocking Brand series, where our global brand experts host live case studies, deliver actionable insights, and answer key questions on the topics that matter to brand marketers today.In this episode, Jeannine Mason, Senior Director, Corporate Marketing and Brand, QuidelOrtho, joins our Global CMO, Margaret Molloy, Strategy Director, Carolyn Griffin and Creative Director, Brice McGowen to discuss how to create a connected brand experience after a merger.
2023-08-2955 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastA Comprehensive Discussion of Reference IntervalsReference intervals (RIs) are a fundamental decision support tool used by clinicians and lab professionals to interpret laboratory reports and assess an individual’s health status. The establishment of reference intervals, however, can be challenging due to many physiological factors that influence their values and heterogeneities that inherently exist in populations.
In this podcast, Dr. Lindy Crimmins will provide a comprehensive explanation of the influencing factors and evolving methodology of RIs from how they are established to how they are advancing.
About Our Speaker:
Dr. Lindy Crimmins is a Manag...
2023-06-2027 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Surprising Benefits of Becoming a Repeat Blood DonorEach year 4.5 million lives are saved by blood transfusions thanks to blood donations. More than 118 million units of blood are donated worldwide every year but less than 10% of people who can donate blood will give. These repeat blood donors enjoy benefits of their own while providing their lifesaving gift. Donating blood burns 650 calories, reduces stress, provides an emotional lift and has physiological benefits.
In this podcast, Dr. Mark A. Levine shares the critical importance of blood donation and how repeat donors enjoy both emotional and physical health benefits.
About Our Speaker:
Dr...
2023-06-1220 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastManaging Febrile Transfusion ReactionsTransfusion reactions are adverse events associated with the transfusion of whole blood or one of its components. They range in severity from minor to life-threatening and can occur during a transfusion, termed acute transfusion reactions, or days to weeks later, termed delayed transfusion reactions. Transfusion reactions may be difficult to diagnose as they can present with non-specific, often overlapping symptoms. The most common signs and symptoms include fever, chills, urticaria, and itching. Some symptoms may resolve with little or no treatment. However, respiratory distress, high fever, hypotension, and hemoglobinuria may indicate a more serious reaction. All cases of suspected...
2023-04-2614 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastPartial D Phenotype and Hemolytic Disease in BabiesAlloimmune hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) may occur when a pregnant woman has an antibody against an antigen on the fetal red cells inherited from the father. Many antibodies to red blood cell antigens can cause HDFN, including those from the ABO, Rh, and other blood group systems. Women can develop antibodies either through previous pregnancy or transfusion.
Fatal consequences from this disorder have become rare with the appropriate use of immunoprophylaxis. However, to avoid the fatal consequences of this disorder, prompt recognition and treatment are vital. The risk for HDFN can be identified by t...
2023-03-2912 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Role of IVD To Detect Thyroid Disorders and Ensure Proper TreatmentAccording to the American Thyroid Association, as many as 60 percent of those with a thyroid disorder are unaware of their condition, and women are 5 to 8 times more likely than men to develop thyroid disease. If left untreated, thyroid dysfunction increases an individual’s risk for other serious conditions such as cardiovascular disease, infertility and osteoporosis.
Laboratory testing plays an important role to help diagnose and monitor thyroid disease states.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Rea Castro is the Director of Medical Affairs at QuidelOrtho. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Techno...
2023-02-2316 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastHow Are Blood Groups Discovered?The fascinating history of the discovery of blood groups goes back to 1900 with the breakthrough that came when Dr. Karl Landsteiner, an Austrian scientist, discovered three human blood groups. These were the A, B, and O blood groups. Two students who worked with Karl Landsteiner discovered the fourth human blood group, the AB. These two were A. van Decastello and A. Sturli. These four blood groups together are what we today know as the ABO blood group system.
In this podcast episode with Dr. Jill Storry, you will learn the fascinating journey behind discovering blood groups and...
2023-01-3121 min
Repertoire Magazine PodcastsMergers, Acquisitions, and Respiratory season with QuidelWith COVID, flu and RSV all making headlines, this year’s respiratory season promises to be one for the ages. One market leader ready to meet that demand is QuidelOrtho. The diagnostics company has undergone a transformation during the past few years with its acquisition of some Alere business and a merger with Ortho. In a recent podcast, Repertoire Publisher Scott Adams spoke to QuidelOrtho Chairman and CEO Doug Bryant about some of those changes and what it means for supply chain leaders.
2023-01-2632 minFinances FondamentalesÉpisode 7 - Synthèse du livre « Père riche, père pauvre » de Robert KiyosakiDans ce 7e épisode, je fais la synthèse du livre « Père riche, père pauvre » de Robert Kiyosaki publié en 2017 (version renouvelée de 1997) à partir de cinq éléments clés à retenir :
1. Les riches ne travaillent pas pour l’argent
2. Les riches ne paient pas (tout de suite) leurs impôts
3. Cinq obstacles à la liberté financière
4. Réveillez votre génie financier
5. Agissez!
Il s'agit d'un des meilleurs livres que j'ai lu jusqu'à maintenant et il vous motivera à prendre en main votre santé financière...
2023-01-1022 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Evolving Cybersecurity Environment in LaboratoriesThe cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve. Health Care Companies Are the #1 Target for Cyberattacks and Data Breaches. The pace of the release of cybersecurity guidance and regulations for medical devices across the globe has been accelerating. Globally, some regulatory bodies have restricted their guidance to premarket concerns, and others have provided guidelines to include post-market considerations. One of the key tenants of all post-market cybersecurity guidance and regulations is the manufacturer’s responsibility to evaluate and maintain their product cybersecurity continually. This additional level of scrutiny and regulations only increases the need to act now. To prepare for and co...
2022-12-2218 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastDiagnostic Testing for Type I/II Diabetes and Associated ComplicationsWorld Diabetes Day takes place each year in the month of November, created to raise awareness about the disease. Diabetes is a global health threat diabetes with the number of people living with diabetes continuing to rise. Diagnostic testing is one of the major tools to help prevent and manage the disease.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Amy L. Pyle earned her Ph.D. in Molecular Pathology from Vanderbilt University. Following graduate school, Dr. Pyle completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Clinical Chemistry at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Pyle took a position as Assistant Director of Cor...
2022-11-3017 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastResolving Antibodies to High-Prevalence AntigensHigh-prevalence antigens occur in greater than 99% of the population. Antibodies to high-prevalence antigens are rare and may be difficult to identify due to the lack of antigen-negative panel cells for these antigens. Examples of antibodies to high-prevalence antigens are: anti-k, anti-Kpb, anti-Jsb, and anti-Lub among many others
There is a need to proper identify these antibodies before transfusion to differentiate clinically significant antibodies, that could cause hemolytic transfusion reactions or hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn from those with little or no clinical relevance. Their specific identification is often difficult, labor-intensive, and time-consuming and it may be...
2022-10-2723 min
Service Council inService™ Podcast SeriesEP28 - The Patient Experience: Learning Moments from a Personal Health Journey with Linda Tucci and Bob DowneyAs service leaders, we are often laser-focused on efficiency and cost-reduction. However, is it possible to be so focused that we lose sight of the human at the center? Join us for a powerful episode of the inService Podcast Live, where we’ll be joined by two passionate and dedicated service professionals in the medical industry that have found themselves on the receiving end of service after being diagnosed with cancer.
On the latest episode of the inService Podcast Live, we're joined by guests Linda Tucci, Senior Global Director of the Technical Solutions Center for QuidelOrtho, and Bo...
2022-10-061h 00
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastUnderstanding sepsis, its detection and treatment strategiesSepsis occurs when the body’s immune system responds to an infection and injures its own tissues and organs. It is a medical emergency, requiring early detection and treatment as it can lead to septic shock, multi-organ failure, and death. One in five deaths worldwide is associated with sepsis and 40% of cases are in children under five years of age. Sepsis is the number one cause of death in hospitals, the number one cause of hospital readmissions, and the number one healthcare cost.
Laboratory testing is essential in helping prevent, detect, and treat sepsis to minimize injury to...
2022-09-2833 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastKey Learnings on Rare Blood ProgramsA rare donor program is a collaborative effort of many blood centers and/or hospitals to combine their rare donor resources to supply what they have to patients in need. These centers work to identify rare donors by screening methods and inclusion in database systems.
Learn in this episode what resources are available to the medical community to ensure availability for patients in need of blood and why it is critical to national and international collaboration through joint programs.
About our Speaker:
Sandra Nance has provided leadership to the American Rare Do...
2022-08-1726 min
Repertoire Magazine PodcastsQuidelOrtho provides easier, faster test results with new molecular platformIn this Repertoire Podcast, Repertoire Magazine publisher Scott Adams is joined by Tammi Ranalli, the Senior Vice President of Molecular Diagnostics for the QuidelOrtho Corporation to discuss QuidelOrtho's new molecular diagnostic innovation, the Savanna. "This has really been an over 10-year labor of love for me," Ranalli said about the new cartridge-based molecular platform. Tune in to hear how this new innovation is designed to be a powerful tool for physician practices.
2022-08-0910 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Need for Safe and Reliable Blood Donations for the Sickle Cell Disease PopulationIn Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) patients, one of the most critical treatments is a blood transfusion. A blood transfusion is used to provide normal red blood cells to the patient’s body. Red blood cell transfusions help lessen anemia and reduce the blood’s viscosity, allowing it to flow more freely, ease disease symptoms and prevent complications. Alloimmunization is common in patients with SCD and may complicate transfusion therapy. For many patients, a close blood type match is essential and is found in donors of the same race or similar ethnicity.
In this episode, learn why patient phen...
2022-06-1327 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe importance of extended antigen typing in Transfusion MedicineReview the role of extended antigen typing or phenotyping in Transfusion Medicine. How this practice plays a significant role in the transfusion of sickle cell, thalassemia, and myelodysplastic syndrome patients as well as other chronically transfused patients, preventing the development of foreign antibodies which may avoid the challenges that come later with complex antibody problems and brings the additional benefit of allowing finding compatible blood for patients in need of a transfusion. In this podcast edition, we will explore those key points and more.
About our Speaker: Tony S. Casina, MT(ASCP)SBB has worked in...
2022-06-0812 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Role of the Lab in Diagnosing and Monitoring Hepatitis C Virus InfectionThe World Health Organization estimated that during 2019, 58 million people worldwide were living with the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) which causes inflammation of the liver. All types of hepatitis can be controlled or prevented. There is a cure for Hepatitis C; however, HCV infection is often undiagnosed because it remains asymptomatic until symptoms appear that are related to serious liver damage, a complication of the infection.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Bijal Parikh is the Medical Director of the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory and Assistant Professor of Pathology & Immunology at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
2022-05-3117 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastLaboratory Investigations for Maternal Health TestingMaternal health refers to the health of the women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period. Each stage should be a positive experience, ensuring women and their babies reach their full potential for health and well-being. Prenatal care includes screening and diagnostic tests and they can provide valuable information about the baby's health. Understand the risks and benefits.
The obstetrician in partnership with the laboratory has tools that can contribute to maternal health, such as:
• Prenatal screening tests which can identify potential genetic disorders and diagnostic tests, and,
• Diagnostic test, which is the only way to be su...
2022-04-2015 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastDiagnosing Chronic Kidney DiseaseIt is estimated that between 8 and 10% of the global adult population has some form of kidney damage. Early detection of kidney damage is critical. If left undetected, chronic kidney disease can lead to kidney failure which means regular dialysis treatment or a kidney transplant is necessary for survival.
In this podcast episode, we will discuss who is at risk for chronic kidney disease, screening strategies, and ways to classify the level of impairment. In addition, we’ll discuss a unifying approach for estimating glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) in the United States with the recommendations published by a task...
2022-03-2816 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastHeart Failure and the role of NT-proBNPHeart Failure (HF) is a common disease that affects an estimated global population of over 40 million. It is the most frequent cause of hospitalizations in patients over the age of 65, placing a considerable financial and social burden on patients, healthcare providers, and care providers. Accurate clinical assessment of HF and cost-effective management strategies are critical in improving patient outcomes and reducing the socioeconomic burden of this disease.
In this podcast episode, we will have a conversation between Dr. Christopher deFilippi, a cardiologist at the Inova Heart and Vascular Institute, and Dr. Ivan Salgo to learn more about...
2022-02-2825 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastRole of the Donation Screening LabThe need for a sufficient supply of safe blood is constant and globally there is an ongoing need for effective blood programs as they are critical to support patient management. The role of the donor/donation screening lab is fundamental to the protection and maintenance of the donor inventory and supply since it performs the screening of donors prior to collection of a donation to determine if the donor is ‘suitable’ to be able to donate on that occasion with the end goal of providing safe blood products for transfusion.
Any donation screening laboratory would want to provi...
2022-01-1922 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastEnsure safety with a Quality Certificate ProgramDonor and product safety has improved significantly over the last decade as a consequence of the introduction of measures such as evidence-based blood donor selection criteria. In parallel, the implementation of quality assurance programs based on good manufacturing practices has also played a key role in improving the safety and quality of blood and blood components.
The main objective of a quality program within the blood bank and transfusion service is to minimize risk to safety and quality by ensuring that the lab’s processes will reliably deliver safe blood and blood components. In many countries, implementation of...
2021-12-1612 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Role of the Lab in the Prevention and Management of Diabetes: A Physician’s PerspectiveDiabetes is a global health threat diabetes with the number of people living with diabetes continuing to rise. Diagnostic testing is one of the major tools to help prevent and manage the disease. In this podcast episode, we will have a conversation with Dr. Ivan Salgo, Head of Medical, Clinical, and Scientific Affairs at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics about the role laboratory testing plays in the prevention and management of diabetes.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Ivan Salgo is the VP of Medical, Clinical, and Scientific Affairs at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, where he leads teams fo...
2021-11-1713 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastKey learnings from COVID-19 for the Labs with Dr. Arturo CasadevallThe COVID-19 pandemic has been already in our lives since late 2019 and the variants surge is rapidly increasing. Is there anything we can learn from the experience? Fast forward to the fall of 2021, what are the recommendations for Hospitals and Laboratories around the world for the current pandemic and future spread of diseases? In this podcast episode, we will have a conversation with Dr. Arturo Casadevall an infectious disease specialist and Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University about learnings from this pandemic, vaccines, variants, and how antibody testing can play a key role.
About our Speaker:
2021-10-2113 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastAutomation is Possible for All LaboratoriesDescription:
With increasing compliance requirements and resource challenges around the world, there is a growing need for the integration of digital platforms to reduce errors, reduce the need for double checks/signoffs, and provide greater process efficiency. There is a need for laboratories to implement workflow tools that automate processes and test rules to improve efficiency. Join our speaker in learning how in an evolving health care industry automation is possible for the laboratory's goals.
About our Speaker:
Aaron W. Hurst MLT(ASCP) is the Laboratory Supervisor of Quality Systems of the Newton Medical Ce...
2021-09-3015 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastHow to manage Partial D in donors and patientsAfter the success of our April episode, “Your Lab Journey With the Rh System and Weak D,” we continue the topic. Tune in for a conversation about partial D, the differences, types, and implications it has on transfusion.
Sue Johnson serves as director of Versiti’s Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) program. Her experience includes: Director and Adjunct Associate Professor at Marquette University Graduate School, Transfusion Medicine Program. Clinical Associate Professor at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, College of Health Sciences. Associate Director of Indian Immunohematology Initiative. Sue has authored numerous publications in the field of transfusion medicine...
2021-08-1914 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastAre Process Excellence and Lean the same thing?Process Excellence is a proven way to cut costs, raise productivity, and improve service levels. PEx® combines the tools and methodologies of:
Six Sigma—measuring and reducing your error and defect rate
Lean Thinking—eliminating waste to speed your workflow and deliver better value.
Design Excellence—structuring a process from the outset so that it flows efficiently with minimal opportunities for waste or error
This podcast will provide the tools to understand the benefit of Process Excellence in your Lab to achieve goals regarding efficiency and performance.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Alistair Gammie hold...
2021-07-2214 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastOvercoming the Challenges of Blood and Plasma Supply with Dr. Pampee YoungEvery two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Whether a patient receives whole blood, red cells, platelets, or plasma, this lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. 1 blood donation can potentially save 3 lives and now the conversation is towards convalescent plasma donations as a promising therapy for COVID-19, the journey to support during critical times starts with the donor qualification.
In this episode, Dr. Pampee Young will provide background on the needs and challenges of blood banks and donor centers fo...
2021-06-1416 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastKey facts about antibody titers in transfusion medicine that you can’t miss!Description: During this episode, Dr. Claudia Cohn will provide background on the role of antibody titers for diagnosis and monitoring performed in the transfusion medicine lab and its clinical applications.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Claudia S. Cohn is the medical director of the blood bank laboratory and associate medical director of the HLA laboratory at the University of Minnesota. She earned her Ph.D. in Immunology and Infectious Diseases from the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins, working on the molecular biology and biochemistry of the protozoal; parasite Leishmania donovani. She went on to ea...
2021-05-1914 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastYour Lab Journey with the Rh System and Weak DDescription: Discover the marvelous world of Rh D system’s complexity and why weak D is clinically relevant with Tony Casina.
About our Speaker: Tony S. Casina, MT(ASCP)SBB has worked in the blood banking industry for over 40 years with much of it in the commercial blood bank reagent manufacturers sector with hospital experience as a medical technologist and blood bank manager. Tony has provided technical support to laboratories throughout the world utilizing Ortho’s reagents and immunohematology test systems. He has tested some of the most challenging antibody problems as part of his reference laborat...
2021-04-1411 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Impact of Innovation in the Health Care System with Dr. Palani PalaniappanInnovation can refer to something new or to a change made to an existing product, idea, or field. In this episode of Ortho Science Bytes let’s discuss what Innovation means, its importance in the current healthcare ecosystem, and how this concept can impact a Lab's performance.
About our Speaker:
Chockalingam “Palani” Palaniappan, chief innovation officer at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, is responsible for driving a culture of innovation, with a strong focus on enhancing product development productivity and processes. Prior to joining Ortho, Dr. Palani served as chief technology officer at Epic Sciences. Earlier, he was v...
2021-03-1718 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Role of High Throughput Antigen SARS-CoV-2 Testing in a Large, Metropolitan Hospital SystemDiscuss with the Vice-Chair and Medical Director of Pathology for a large, metropolitan hospital the challenges the lab is facing with the surging number of COVID-19 cases and how a high throughput antigen test has contributed to meeting the demand for more testing. In this podcast episode, we will explore those key points and more.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Roush holds several positions within the Methodist Health System in the Dallas, Texas area, including Vice-Chair, Department of Pathology and Medical Director for Pathology, Transfusion Services, and the Transplant Immunology Laboratory. She also serves on several committees...
2021-02-2210 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastSafety Measures for Blood Products for SARS-CoV-2Description:
There are several measures to ensure safety in blood products, and one of them is Pathogen Reduction Technology (PRT) which is used in some instances by blood banks to help make blood transfusions safer for patients by reducing the pathogen load of a broad range of disease-causing viruses, bacteria, and parasites and help reduce transfusion reactions in patients. With COVID-19 rapidly spreading across the globe, blood banks may consider pathogen reduction technology as an added processing step to help ensure an adequate and safe supply of blood for patients.
This Podcast will provide background on t...
2021-02-1824 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastIs Sars-Cov-2 transmitted by blood transfusion?Can Sars-Cov-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, be transmitted by blood transfusion? In this podcast episode, we will discuss with an Infectious Disease Specialist key points behind the precedent for respiratory viruses, factors to consider in an assessment for a pathogen to cause transfusion-transmitted infection, the data available, and the recommendations to maintain blood safety.
About our Speaker: Written on the promotional piece: Dr. Louis Katz is currently the Chief Medical Officer of Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. Dr. Katz is a board-certified internist and infectious diseases specialist who trained at the University of Iowa. He...
2021-01-2012 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastDo antibodies to COVID-19 disappear? A conversation with Dr. Akiko IwasakiIn this podcast episode, Dr. Akiko Iwasaki discusses the type of immune response developed in a person with COVID-19 as well as the role of the antibodies in the course of the pandemic and how the antibody tests can contribute to its management.
About our Speaker: Dr. Akiko Iwasaki received her Ph.D. from the University of Toronto (Canada) in 1998, and her postdoctoral training from the National Institutes of Health (USA) (1998-2000). She joined Yale University (USA) as a faculty in 2000, and currently is the Waldemar Von Zedtwitz Professor in the Department of Immunobiology and a...
2020-11-1811 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastWhat We Know About COVID-19 and ImmunityDo antibodies really provide immunity against COVID-19? Are serological tests available today reliable enough to guide such critical decisions? In this episode, we will explore in detail the answers to those questions based on currently available scientific information.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Fernando Chaves, MD, serves as the global head of medical, clinical, and scientific affairs for Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. In his role, Dr. Chaves is responsible for clinical trials, new product development, and key opinion leader relationships.
Dr. Chaves is a board-certified anatomical and clinical pathologist, with further certification in he...
2020-10-2820 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastThe Association Between Blood Type and COVID-19In this episode of Ortho Science BYTES, speaker Tony Casina reviews the history of the association between blood type and development of diseases and whether literature answers the question if there are certain blood types associated with COVID-19.
About our Speaker:
Tony S. Casina, MT(ASCP)SBB has worked in the blood banking industry for over 40 years with much of it in the commercial blood bank reagent manufacturers sector with hospital experience as a medical technologist and blood bank manager. Tony has provided technical support to laboratories throughout the world utilizing Ortho’s reag...
2020-09-1014 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastWhy Convalescent Plasma for COVID-19Why Convalescent Plasma for COVID-19?
In this episode of Ortho Science BYTES host, Matt Dawson discuss why COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma has been used as a treatment and what are the scientific and clinical basis for its use with Dr. Lily Li.
About our Speaker:
Dr. Lily Li is the Medical Safety Officer at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics responsible for evaluating potential medical risks and guiding risk mitigation of all marketed products. She also serves as a Medical Director at Medical and Scientific Affairs providing evidence-based support to Ortho’s current and fu...
2020-07-3017 min
QuidelOrtho Science BYTES PodcastYou, a Blood Donor: Be part of 200 years of Transfusion Medicine’s HistoryYou, a Blood Donor: Be part of 200 years of Transfusion Medicine’s History
In this short program, entitled "You, a Blood Donor: Be part of 200 years of Transfusion Medicine’s History," our own Tony Casina, Transfusion Medicine Consultant, takes us through key milestones in the History of Transfusion Medicine and brings us to today and how the community met the challenge to maintain a safe and adequate blood supply during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Listen in as he discusses the honorable role of a donor of blood products, which can save up to three l...
2020-07-3009 min