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Off the Bench

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American Society For Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
Body Of Knowledge

Scientific and not-so-scientific ideas in laboratory medicine. We share ideas and talk nerdy.

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Dr. Rodney E. Rohde, University Distinguished Regents' Professor and Chair for the Clinical Laboratory Science Program at Texas State University, joins Sophia and Doryan to discuss some of the infectious diseases currently making headlines: Hantaviru... more

Preparing for a medical laboratory Board of Certification exam? In this episode, Doryan and Sophia share study tips, memory tricks, and test-day wisdom to help you study smarter, not harder. Whether you’re taking the exam, supporting a student, or me... more

In this episode, Doryan and Sophia are joined by Dr. Melody Boudreaux Nelson, Stephanie Whitehead, and Aaron Odegard, the amazing trio behind the children's book, Little Lab Learners: The ABCs of Laboratory Medicine. Tune in as we ask how the book ca... more

In a showdown to determine which TV show gets medical laboratory science right, who will come out on top? And even more entertaining, who ends up dead last? Join Sophia and Doryan as they break down scenes from The Pitt, Scrubs, and more, diving into... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Whitehead
Vice President of Laboratory Medicine, University Health San Antonio; co-creator of STEM to Stat and Delta Check LLC; co-author of Little Lab Learners
University Health San Antonio; STEM to Stat; Delta Check LLC
Episode: Chatting about Little Lab Learners: ABCs of Laboratory Medicine
Melody Boudreaux Nelson
Co-author of ABCs of Laboratory Medicine; co-creator of STEM to Stat
Unspecified in transcript; co-author
Episode: Chatting about Little Lab Learners: ABCs of Laboratory Medicine
Aaron Odegard
Clinical chemist; educator; co-creator of STEM to Stat
University-affiliated labs
Episode: Chatting about Little Lab Learners: ABCs of Laboratory Medicine
Malissa Norfolk
Advisor to the Body of Knowledge committee; educator
ASCLS
Episode: Mapping the Future: A Fresh Look at the ASCLS Body of Knowledge
Miles Tompkins
Laboratory HR professional; former ASCLS board liaison to BOK
Quest Diagnostics
Episode: Mapping the Future: A Fresh Look at the ASCLS Body of Knowledge
Heather Santaniello
Guest on episode sharing lived experiences in laboratory medicine
Lawrence Memorial Hospital / University of Kansas Health System (past)
Episode: Loving the Lab with Heather Santaniello
Jim Flanigan
Executive Vice President of ASCLS
ASCLS
Episode: Federal Policy and the Future of the Lab
Patrick Cooney
Federal affairs expert affiliated with ASCLS
ASCLS
Episode: Federal Policy and the Future of the Lab
Christy Henthorne
Master beekeeper and owner of Worker Bee Apiary
Worker Bee Apiary
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Hosts

Doryan Redding
Host of Off the Bench
Sophia Chandrasekhar
Co-host / Host of Off the Bench

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Funny and Timely

    With medical lab scientists thrown into the spotlight during COVID-19, this re-vamp of the Off The Bench Podcast came just in time. The 2020 Leadership Academy Class does a fabulous job hosting this podcast and coming up with great content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samantha Salm
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome education...

    Thank you for sharing your expertise!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    labrocks504
    United States6 years ago

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Educates without talking down to listeners.
Engaging hosts with practical lab insights.
Great coverage of certification and policy topics.

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Off the Bench Live: 2025 JAM Query Check!
Q: Which electrolyte is most affected in cases of hemolysis due to leakage from red blood cells?
Potassium.
Off the Bench Live: 2025 JAM Query Check!
Q: Which organ is responsible for the maturation of T lymphocytes?
The thymus.
Off the Bench Live: 2025 JAM Query Check!
Q: What is the most common blood type and found in 37% of the world's population?
O positive.
Mapping the Future: A Fresh Look at the ASCLS Body of Knowledge
Q: How are the four domains structured and why is that important for educators?
The four domains provide a framework that mirrors classroom objectives and supports educators in aligning course outcomes with industry needs, making the document useful for accreditation and program development.
Mapping the Future: A Fresh Look at the ASCLS Body of Knowledge
Q: What was the main motivation for updating the Body of Knowledge, and who is the target audience?
The old version was too long and heavily technically focused; the updated BOK aims to be concise and usable by HR, government agencies, educators, and funders, while still serving laboratorians with relevant professional content.

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A science-forward discussion show focused on laboratory medicine, education, policy, and culture within the lab community. Episodes frequently cover certification pathways, body of knowledge developments, and real-world lab challenges, while also featuring conversations about science communication, education outreach, and how media portrays lab work. The show stands out for its blend of practitioner stories, policy insights, and educator-led conversations that aim to demystify lab science for both professionals and curious the general public. Listeners likely include MLS/MLT professionals, educators, and lab leaders seeking practical guidance, career development, and timely industry updates.

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