DMT122-25 - CME/CMLE - Lean Processes for Optimizing Efficiency in the Modern Lab

Course Description

Clinical laboratories are under constant pressure to operate within constraints of a lean budget. Testing demands, workforce shortages, and burn-out can create a survivalist environment where process improvement is perceived as unattainable. As modern laboratories face mounting pressure to deliver results within reduced turn-around times and with fewer staff and resources, understanding how to leverage lean principles could improve operations and provide some relief to staff. In this session, we will explore how lean principles can be leveraged to augment and improve laboratory workstreams. Case studies will be presented as practical applications and attendees will participate in hands-on exercises designed to translate concepts into actionable strategies.

This session offers 1.0 CME/CMLE credit.

Faculty/Authors

Lamendola-Essel Michelle
Campbell Michelle
Nakitandwe Joy

Physician Competencies: Practice-Based Learning and Improvement, Interpersonal and Communication Skills, Systems-Based Practice

CME/CMLE Credit: 1.0
Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity

Accreditation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

Credit Designation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) designates this journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Instructions

To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:

Review the Technical Considerations.
Review the Faculty Disclosures.
Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.
Click Access to begin the course.
Submit the course Evaluation.
Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.

Faculty Disclosure

Technical Considerations

Release Date: 11/20/2025
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Summary

Availability:

On-Demand

Credit Offered:

1 CME/CMLE Credit