CHESTER, Ill. – Memorial Hospital Laboratory in Chester, Illinois has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence by earning accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the gold standard in laboratory accreditation.
Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Department Staff (L-R) Cambrea Doeding, Gretchen Kocian, Amelia Shemonic, Michael Whitt, Director, Uma Charles, Chris Yankey, Sherry Wilson, Brandon Misselhorn, Dianna Menner, Abigail White, and Nichole Clifton.
Following a rigorous on-site inspection, the laboratory was recognized for its dedication to quality, precision, and patient-focused care.
CAP accreditation sets Memorial Hospital Laboratory apart, ensuring its testing processes, staff qualifications, and safety protocols meet or exceed industry benchmarks. This recognition reinforces the lab’s role as a trusted provider of accurate diagnostics, supporting healthcare professionals in delivering timely, informed treatment decisions that improve patient outcomes.
The laboratory director, Dr. Michael J. Van Vrancken, and his team were commended for their outstanding work in maintaining best practices and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Memorial Hospital Laboratory joins an elite group of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited laboratories worldwide.
As part of the stringent CAP accreditation process, inspectors thoroughly review laboratory records, equipment functionality, facility operations, and overall management to verify compliance with the latest standards. Memorial Hospital Laboratory’s successful evaluation reflects its ongoing commitment to operational excellence and cutting-edge diagnostic capabilities.
Beyond accreditation, the laboratory continues to invest in technology, including enhanced testing modules that expand capabilities for COVID, Flu, RSV, and Strep diagnostics. These improvements, alongside a newly renovated space, further optimize efficiency and support the lab team’s mission to provide precise, reliable results that empower patient care.
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Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Department Staff (L-R) Cambrea Doeding, Gretchen Kocian, Amelia Shemonic, Michael Whitt, Director, Uma Charles, Chris Yankey, Sherry Wilson, Brandon Misselhorn, Dianna Menner, Abigail White, and Nichole Clifton.