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IMPAC's Laboratory Professional of the Year program honors outstandinglaboratory professionals in both the anatomic pathology lab and clinical labwho make valuable contributions to the success of their laboratory operations,and who extend their contributions to benefit the broader medical facility andcommunity. These awards are part of IMPAC's celebration of National MedicalLaboratory Professionals Week, April 20-26, 2008.
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Judith Thompson is recognized for her exceptional service to JeffersonRegional Medical Center throughout the past 19 years. A strong leader,Thompson was instrumental in the recent implementation of IMPAC's laboratoryinformation management system for anatomic pathology, PowerPath(R). Determinedto build a successful end product, Thompson diligently supervised systemchanges and staff training throughout the installation process, furtherimproving the efficiency of the lab, as well as staff morale.
"I am elated to receive this award," says Thompson, "and feel veryfortunate to have such a superb team supporting me."
Renowned for her contributions to process improvement, Janet McLean wasinstrumental in helping the Advanced Care & Treatment Medical Group, inRockford, Illinois achieve a zero deficiency COLA inspection in 2007, as wellas and obtain the 2007 Laboratory Excellence Award. A professional that setshigh standards for herself and others, McLean educated the entire staff on labsafety, as well as single-handedly authored the Quality Assurance and safetymanuals for the group.
"I am honored to have been nominated by a team member whom I have suchrespect for her professionalism and leadership," says McLean. "I have theprivilege of working with an extraordinary team at ACT Medical Group, and amproud of the quality, focus and service we provide to our oncology patients."
"IMPAC is pleased to acknowledge Judith Thompson and Janet McLean as the2008 IMPAC Laboratory Professionals of the Year in Anatomic Pathology andClinical Laboratory," says George Rugg, Senior Vice President and GeneralManager of IMPAC's Laboratory Information Systems Business Unit. "Each oftheir individual accomplishments are broad reaching and commendable, and theirexemplary work and success are terrific examples to others in the field."
About IMPAC Medical Systems, Inc.
IMPAC Medical Systems provides healthcare IT solutions that streamlineclinical and business operations across the spectrum of cancer care. IMPAC'sopen integration to multiple healthcare data and imaging systems offersoncology-specific patient charting and practice management, as well asbest-of-breed systems for anatomic pathology, clinical laboratory and cancerregistry. With products that range from diagnosis and treatment throughlong-term follow-up, IMPAC provides a comprehensive oncology managementsolution that helps improve overall communication, process efficiency, andquality patient care.
IMPAC is part of the Elekta Group, providing oncologists, radiationtherapists, neurosurgeons and many other medical specialists with state of theart tools to fight cancer and brain disorders.
With more than 2,000 employees globally, Elekta's corporate headquarter islocated in Stockholm, Sweden and the company is listed on the Nordic Exchangeunder the ticker EKTAb. More information can be found at
