Listen to COLA’s latest episode of “Talk Lab To Me,” featuring Stephanie Whitehead, MBA, MPH, MLS(ASCP)! Stephanie shares practical strategies for navigating conflict, managing under pressure and becoming a stronger leader.
Listen now! hubs.ly/Q049cT9n0
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Did you know COLA can assess your laboratory for conformance to the ISO 15189 standard?
Visit hubs.ly/Q044yGlJ0 for more information!
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Did you know COLA accredits approximately 7,000 medical laboratories and provides the clinical laboratory with education and accreditation programs?
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It is our pleasure to announce the 2025-2026 recipients of COLA’s $1500 GiveBack365 scholarship.
To see the full list of recipients, visit hubs.ly/Q03ZQ3yF0
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Did you know COLA has been ISO 9001 certified since 2011? Our processes are reviewed regularly to ensure we're always operating at our best for our customers. Learn more at hubs.ly/Q03YVdCv0!
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COLA doesn’t just accredit laboratories; we strengthen them. If your organization is looking for accreditation with real value, consistent support and experts who understand your workflow, contact us at hubs.ly/Q03Y6Qxy0 today!
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In September during COLAcares week, staff put together STEM bags for schools in Maryland to inspire and support future laboratorians!
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With over 20 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and Clinical Educator, Dani Stroughton Duncan, EdD, MEd, MLS is passionate about advancing laboratory science and education. #COLAaccreditation #LaboratoryExcellence
COLA staff had a wonderful time meeting you all at ASCP’s 2025 Annual Meeting! Visit cola.org for more information on how our accreditation program can align with your laboratory’s goals!
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Did you guess correctly? COLA is honored to introduce one of our keynote speakers at COLA’s upcoming Laboratory Enrichment Forum, James Crawford, MD, PhD! Don’t miss out on hearing the latest updates regarding CL2.0!
Register today at web.cvent.com/event/adda14...
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Introducing one of our keynote speakers of COLA’s 2026 Laboratory Enrichment Forum, with a twist!
Can you guess who the speaker is using the information below? Post your best guess in the comments and keep checking our socials for the reveal!
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Give a warm welcome to Laila Sylvester, COLA’s Outbound Production Associate! She happily sends COLA certificates to accredited laboratories when they complete their survey cycle. In Laila’s free time she enjoys cooking, specifically Japanese cuisine. #EmployeeSpotlight #COLAAccreditation
Today COLA is joining the American College of Physicians to celebrate #InternalMedicineDay!
Every COLA staff member recognizes internal medicine specialists who are committed to patient care every day.
#IMProud #IMPhysician #COLAaccreditation
Have you registered for the American Society for Clinical Pathology Annual Meeting November 17-20?
Stop by COLA’s booth #151 to learn how our accreditation program can align with your goals!
Register here: www.ascp.org/annualmeetin...
#ASCP2025 #ASCP #COLAaccreditation
October 2025 Biosafety and Biosecurity Month. ABSA International
Biosafety is essential in all laboratories, which is why COLA focuses not just on accreditation but promotes health and safety through education as well.
Take COLA’s Biosafety course here: education.lms.cola.org/catalog/info...
#BiosafetyMonth #BioSafety #COLAAccreditation
Did you know COLA accredits Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology, Immunohematology, and Pathology specialties?
Visit cola.org to lean more and enroll your laboratory!
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Introducing COLA's In-person LD Clinic! An interactive clinic designed to elevate your career. Our clinic delivers practical knowledge, regulatory updates, and leadership strategies. When November 4-6, 2025. Where: Columbus Maryland. Register now at cola.org
Join COLA’s new in-person Laboratory Director Clinic November 4-6, 2025, at COLA’s headquarters in Columbia, Maryland! Register today to gain practical laboratory leadership and compliance skills. web.cvent.com/event/09a634... #COLAcourse #COLAaccreditation #COLAeducation #ProfessionalLearning
We're Sponsoring! 2025 DNV Healthcare Symposium. October 20-23. Costa Mesa, California.
COLA is proud to sponsor the 2025 DNV Healthcare Symposium, an industry-leading event focused on building the future of healthcare. We believe in the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change. See you there!
www.dnv.us/events/2025-...
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Top of image: line-drawing light bulb with text "Did you Know" COLA offers: Criteria rooted in current science and technology, expert program administrators with 35+ years of experience, ongoing support throughout your accreditation cycle. cola.org
COLA’s Pathology criteria align with CLIA requirements and with the evolving innovations in Histopathology and Cytology, with expert program administrators who have 35+ years of experience. Learn more at cola.org
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