Medical laboratory science is a very diverse program, creating a variety of options for graduate school and your career!
medical laboratory science
Medical laboratory science professionals are diagnostic detectives providing physicians with the data necessary to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent illness in their patients. They use sophisticated biomedical instrumentation, (microscopes, and chemical and cell analyzers) to perform laboratory testing on blood and other body fluids. They provide laboratory data that aids in the diagnosis of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and bacterial infections to name a few.
The Medical Laboratory Science program offers the following:
The program prepares students to become certified phlebotomists, medical laboratory technicians and/or medical laboratory scientists. Students in the program build the skills and experience to become leading clinical laboratory professionals. They train to use a range of high-tech instrumentation and equipment. They also develop essential skills in analysis and clinical decision-making, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.
The mission of the Medical Laboratory Science Department is to graduate competent and ethical clinical laboratory professionals with the knowledge and the skills for career entry. It is also the department's mission to prepare graduates for leadership roles in the clinical laboratory and professional organizations and to instill an understanding of the need for maintaining continuing competency in a rapidly changing and dynamic profession.
WHY CHOOSE medical laboratory science AT UAA?
Program boasts a 100% job placement rate for medical laboratory scientists and technologists over the last three years.
Conduct clinical lab testing and practice using high-tech equipment in the student lab.
Learn from experienced faculty while working with certified health care professionals.
The program is fully accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
NEWS & Stories
Ambra McMillian is an Assistant Professor of Dental Hygiene in the School of Therapeutic Sciences, where she combines her passion for the field with the fulfillment of guiding students as they learn and grow.
At the fifth annual Cares for Kids event, dental hygiene students provided free dental care to children ages 3-17 while also gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene student Adrianna Doty is dedicated to improving the patient experience by easing dental anxiety and building confidence.
Former UAA Dental Hygiene program adjunct faculty member Col. Julie M. Robinson is recognized for her dedication to the dental profession.
Carri Shamburger is the Program Director for the Dental Hygiene Program at UAA and recently earned her Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on Cognition and Learning, strengthening her commitment to advancing education and student success.
Medical laboratory professionals are the cornerstone of clinical diagnostics, providing answers towards discovery and treatment of disease. The Medical Laboratory Science and Technology programs at UAA provide a strong academic and laboratory-based education aligned with industry standards in clinical microbiology, hematology, chemistry, and molecular diagnostics. Graduates from our program have successful careers in hospital based clinical laboratories, research laboratories such as the CDC, and post-graduate education including medical school and physician assistant programs. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the exciting world of laboratory medicine.
-Grace Leu-Burke, MSCLS, MLS (ASCP)
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Contact Us
Phone: (907) 786-4346
Email: uaa_medicallabs@alaska.edu
UAA School of Allied Health
Allied Health Sciences Building
3500 Seawolf Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Mailing Address
UAA Medical Laboratory Science
3211 Providence Drive, AHS 148
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
