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Ep 233Remote Diagnostics: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to talk about the evolution of remote diagnostics and how Mayo Clinic’s remote cardiovascular monitoring services empower physicians and patients. Specific topics of discussion include:How a comprehensive diagnostics ecosystem includes patient data beyond traditional laboratory specimens.An overview of Mayo Clinic’s Cardiovascular Services, a collaboration between Mayo Clinic Laboratories and Mayo Clinic’s Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, that enables physicians to remotely monitor patients’ heart functions from anywhere in real time.The role laboratorians can play in assessing and adopting new technologies that influence patient care.

Jun 22, 202310 min

Ep 232Updated assay guides diagnosis of autoimmune liver disease: Anne Tebo, Ph.D.

Anne Tebo, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' updated ALDG2 assay helps with the evaluation of patients with suspected autoimmune liver disease. The panel also helps with the evaluation of liver disease of unknown etiology.Speaker 2: (00:32) Could you provide a little bit about you and your background? Speaker 2: (02:05) Can you please give a brief overview of this assay? Speaker 2: (04:12) Which patients should have this testing and when should it be performed? Speaker 2: (07:17) Could you please go into detail about the changes we've made in this test? Speaker 2: (11:46) How are the results used in patient care?

Jun 20, 202315 min

Ep 231Diagnosing Lyme Disease: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to talk about the tick season peak that parts of the United States are experiencing, and how to diagnose and prevent Lyme disease.Specific topics of discussion include:What parts of the United States have a heavy tick and Lyme disease presence.How Mayo Clinic identified the second known cause of Lyme disease, Borrelia mayonii.Typical and atypical presentations of Lyme disease, and testing options.How the laboratory plays a critical role in new test development and health care innovation.How to protect yourself and your pets from vector-borne diseases.

Jun 15, 202312 min

Ep 230BioPharma Diagnostics: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Research and discoveries in the biopharmaceutical industry drive health care innovation and lead to new therapies for patients. When laboratories collaborate with biopharma, diagnostic, and biotech companies, it creates an integrated diagnostic ecosystem that can improve global health.In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to talk about the role of the biopharma industry and how Mayo Clinic BioPharma Diagnostics is fostering a diagnostic ecosystem.Specific topics of discussion include:· The importance of the biopharma industry working across the spectrum of diagnostics.· An overview of Mayo Clinic BioPharma Diagnostics.· New collaborations between Mayo Clinic, its diagnostic business lines, and industry partners.

Jun 8, 202315 min

Ep 229The impact of AI: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Artificial intelligence (AI) can be an excellent tool for enhancing patient care and streamlining efficiencies in the lab. But because of its potential risks, AI must be thoughtfully and responsibly applied, both now and in the future. In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to talk about how AI is impacting laboratories and pathology medicine.Specific topics of discussion include:How AI and machine learning impacts laboratorians. Examples of how Mayo Clinic is applying AI in its laboratory operations.Regulation and reimbursement questions surrounding digital pathology. Potential impacts of new AI developments, such as ChatGPT.How pathologists can stay informed and engaged as AI progresses.

May 25, 202316 min

Ep 228West Nile virus: Elitza Theel, Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and Elitza Theel, Ph.D., director of the Infectious Diseases Serology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, talk about West Nile virus and why laboratories and the public need to be aware as mosquitoes reemerge.Specific topics of discussion include:Why the mosquito is the deadliest animal in the world.Symptoms, testing options, and prevention strategies for West Nile virus infections.The importance of testing for West Nile virus.

May 18, 202317 min

Ep 227The progression of the diagnostic landscape: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to discuss broader changes that are unfolding in the national and global diagnostic industry, and what to expect in the coming years.Specific topics of discussion include:Reflecting on Dr. Morice’s recent participation in Executive War College and what’s on the minds of other diagnostic leaders.Thinking beyond the COVID-19 pandemic and about the future of diagnostics through a broader aperture.Understanding the international healthcare and laboratory medicine industries, and thoughts from Dr. Morice’s recent visit to Singapore.

May 11, 202312 min

Ep 226Endemic fungal infections in North America: Elitza Theel, Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and Elitza Theel, Ph.D., director of the Infectious Diseases Serology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, discuss endemic fungal infections that can be found in North America, specifically blastomycosis and histoplasmosis. Specific topics of discussion include:The basics of Blastomyces and Histoplasma fungi, which can cause serious lung infections.The recent blastomycosis outbreak at a Michigan paper mill.How these fungal infections are diagnosed in the laboratory.The cost-effectiveness of testing for the two pathogens with a single assay, and the importance of test stewardship.

May 4, 202313 min

Ep 225A strong community of lab professionals: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D., and Susan Van Meter

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, and special guest Susan Van Meter, president of the American Clinical Laboratory Association (ACLA). In celebration of Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, they discuss the critical role laboratories play in patient care and key legislative issues that impact the profession.Specific topics of discussion include:Increasing understanding and visibility of the role of clinical laboratories.Reflecting on the common threads that bind all laboratory professionals together.Core lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic that can be applied to future virus outbreaks.Current federal legislation priorities for the laboratory industry.

Apr 27, 202323 min

Ep 224Test detects autoimmune neurology disorders linked to cancer: Sean Pittock, M.D.

Sean Pittock, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' novel Ma2 test aids diagnosis of autoimmune neurology disorders that are often caused by underlying cancer. Rapid diagnosis is key to preventing significant disability and disease.(00:31) Can you provide our listeners with a little bit of background on your role at Mayo Clinic? (01:56) Is Ma2 an example of identifying a need in patient care and then creating a test to fill that gap? (02:30) Can you give us an overview of the disease state? (04:29) What makes testing for these antibodies so complex? (07:08) What specimen types are needed? Is there anything else our listeners should know about the assay itself? (08:18) Ma2 will initially be a standalone test. But will these antibodies eventually be included in the movement disorder and encephalopathy tests? (09:30)Is it correct that roughly 80% of these patients have a cancer? (10:41)What types of patients should this testing be ordered for? (13:39)Is rapid onset part of the presentation? (15:53)Should any other testing be ordered in conjunction with Ma2? (17:18)How important is early, aggressive treatment for these patients? (18:49)What are you most excited about with this test launch?

Apr 25, 202320 min

Ep 223Emerging fungal pathogens: Dr. Nancy Wengenack

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and Nancy Wengenack, Ph.D., director of the Mycology and Mycobacteriology Laboratories at Mayo Clinic, discuss the increased focus on fungi and why emerging fungal infections can be concerning for health care facilities.Specific topics of discussion include:How fungi work inside and outside of the body.If it’s possible for fungal infections to turn animals, insects, and humans into zombies, as seen on the fictional show “The Last of Us.”Why emerging fungal pathogens like Candida auris are problematic.Laboratory diagnostics for fungal infections.

Apr 20, 202315 min

Ep 222Leading important industry conversations: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss how representation and advocacy make a difference in regulatory outcomes.Specific topics of discussion include: Why pathologists should be leading conversations about the future of health care.Advocating for issues facing the diagnostics industry, including reimbursement, workforce expansion, regulation, and oversight of laboratory developed tests.How laboratories can gain more visibility among policymakers and ensure their perspectives are considered.

Apr 13, 202312 min

Ep 221IDH assay facilitates timelier leukemia treatment: Rong He, M.D.

Rong He, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' IDHQ test speeds therapeutic decision making for adults with acute myeloid leukemia, or AML. The standalone assay yields faster results than next generation sequencing.(00:32) Would you provide a brief background of yourself? (01:42) Could you give an overview of the IDHQ test? (02:25) Is there anything more you'd like to touch on about the droplet digital PCR approach and high sensitivity? (03:09) Why are IDH1 and IDH2 important in disease diagnosis, prognosis, or therapeutic management? (05:00) Is there anything else you'd like to say about this particular assay? (06:56) Would you describe the specific group of patients where testing is recommended?

Apr 11, 20238 min

Ep 220Neurofilament light chain: Bjorn Oskarsson, M.D.

In this test-specific episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and Bjorn Oskarsson, M.D., a neurologist at Mayo Clinic’s Florida campus, discuss how the neurofilament light chain test available through Mayo Clinic Laboratories helps physicians diagnose neurological disease and assess neuronal damage.Specific topics of discussion include:Benefits of the neurofilament light chain test that uses plasma rather than spinal fluid.How levels of neurofilament light chain – a nonspecific biomarker – play a role in clinical decision-making.How the test can be used to guide treatment options for neurological conditions including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple sclerosis (MS).

Apr 6, 202313 min

Ep 219Approaching tick season: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss the increasing rates of tick-borne diseases and how to test for and prevent them. They also discuss what to watch from a federal legislative standpoint now that Congress is back in session.

Mar 30, 20236 min

Ep 218An efficient, cost-effective, fungal testing alternative: Elitza Theel, Ph.D.

Elitza Theel, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' unique Histoplasma and Blastomyces test provides cost-effective evaluation for fungal infections that cause pulmonary illness. The assay reliably detects both Histoplasma and Blastomyces pathogens in a single test.(00:32) Will you please give us a brief introduction of yourself and your role at Mayo Clinic? (01:34) Can you tell us which specific group of patients this test would be best suited for, how a provider would determine a patient might benefit from this test, and when during the care process it should be ordered? (04:56) Can you explain how this new test is different, and why a provider might consider requesting it instead of the usual test? (08:00) When should the different tests be used? (09:34) Is this the only existing assay that can reliably detect antigen from both of these fungal pathogens?

Mar 28, 202312 min

Ep 217Avian influenza and reflecting on three years of COVID-19: Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D.

Mar 23, 202314 min

Ep 216Test assesses all inherited Parkinson's disease genes: Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Rodolfo Savica, M.D., Ph.D.

Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Rodolfo Savica, M.D., Ph.D., explain why Mayo Clinic Laboratories' gene panel is the most comprehensive test available for inherited Parkinson's disease. The new panel covers all mutations known to cause the condition — or increase the risk of developing it.(01:37) Can you give us a brief overview of the inherited Parkinson's disease gene panel, and when it would be used, Dr. Niu? (02:31) Dr. Savica, can you give us a brief overview of the inherited Parkinson's disease gene panel, and when it would be used? (03:34) What unique features set this test apart from the market, Dr. Niu? (04:07) Dr. Savica, what features do you see that set this test apart in the market? (05:19)Who would benefit from this test, and when should it be performed? (06:46)Can you summarize the benefits of doing the inherited Parkinson's disease gene panel at Mayo, Dr. Niu? (07:36)Dr. Savica, can you summarize the benefits of doing the inherited Parkinson's disease gene panel at Mayo?

Mar 21, 202310 min

Ep 215Neuromuscular gene panel provides comprehensive analysis: Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Christopher Klein, M.D.

(00:31) Dr. Niu, could you provide us with a little bit of your background?(01:03) Dr. Klein, could you provide us with a little bit of your background? (01:40) Would you give us a brief overview of the new panel? (02:49) Dr. Klein, could you give us a simple background of what you see going on in this space? (03:33) Which patients should have this testing, and when should it be performed?(04:49) Are there alternatives available, and how do they compare with this new MUPAN panel? (05:51) How are the results used in patient care? (07:24)How does this new test affect patient care?

Mar 14, 20238 min

Ep 214Amplifying the voice of the lab during policymaking: Dr. Bill Morice

Many laboratorians are not patient-facing. So, while laboratories are critical to patient care, they may lack visibility when it comes to policymaking. In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss their leadership roles in national advocacy organizations and the importance of laboratorian engagement in the federal regulatory process.

Mar 9, 202313 min

Ep 213Whole genome sequencing streamlines diagnosis: Nicole Boczek, Ph.D., and Sarah Barnett, M.S., CGC

(00:31) Would each of you share a little bit about yourselves and your backgrounds? (01:47) Could you provide us with an overview of what the WGSDX test is? (02:26) How is that different from other genetic tests, like exome or microarray? (03:56) Tell us more about who benefits from these tests. (07:17) Is this test recommended by expert groups? (09:10) How do providers go about ordering this test, and what sample types are accepted? (11:12) What type of variants are detected by this test? (13:04) How would you say our test matches up to other genome tests available on the market? (14:04) What about medically actionable secondary findings? (14:55) Are there any other unique features? (16:07) Could you summarize the benefits of doing WGSDX at Mayo?

Feb 28, 202318 min

Ep 212Rising rates of group A streptococcus and antibiotic resistant gonorrhea: Dr. Robin Patel

Feb 23, 202317 min

Ep 211Chromosomal microarray better informs brain tumor diagnosis: Robert Jenkins, M.D., Ph.D.

(00:31) Could you provide a little bit about yourself and your background? (02:04) Could you provide an overview of the chromosomal microarray assay? (05:49) Why should the chromosomal microarray assay be used over other available assays, such as FISH? (08:56) Does the chromosomal microarray provide good benefits in terms of gain of 7 and loss of 10, and EGFR amplification? (12:03) What's the value of utilizing the test alongside a neuro-specific NGS panel, such as Mayo Clinic Laboratories' NONCP panel? (17:20) How are the results used in patient care? (19:41)Is there anything else you feel it's important to highlight?

Feb 21, 202323 min

Ep 210When to test for norovirus: Dr. Bill Morice

Norovirus is the No. 1 cause of foodborne illness in the United States. And while most people who contract norovirus recover on their own without the need for testing or treatment, others do not. In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss what’s behind recent outbreaks of norovirus and how to keep yourself healthy and protected throughout the remainder of this year’s peak norovirus season.

Feb 16, 20239 min

Ep 209THCU: Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., and Loralie Langman, Ph.D.

(00:31):Before we get started, can you tell us a little bit about yourselves and your backgrounds?(02:35):Can you guys give us a brief overview of this assay and what will be changing to characterize marijuana use?(04:28):So which patients should have this testing and when would you say it should be performed, Dr. Langman?(05:58):Are there other test options available and if, and if so, how do these compare?(07:03):This is really the best way to accurately characterize marijuana use. Would you say that's true?(07:11):And then could you, Dr. Langman, explain how the results are used in patient care?

Feb 14, 20239 min

Ep 208Sharing Mayo Clinic knowledge globally while learning from other cultures: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories , joins “Answers From the Lab” for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Morice and Dr. Pritt discuss laboratory medicine from an international perspective: what advances are being made, how we educate future practitioners, and the need for global collaboration.

Feb 9, 20239 min

Ep 207Novel biomarkers added to movement disorders profile: Andrew McKeon, M.B., B.Ch., M.D.

(00:32) Can you tell our audience a little bit about yourself and your role here at Mayo Clinic?(01:29) Can you tell our listeners a little bit about the disease state when we talk about autoimmune or paraneoplastic movement disorders?(02:37) Are we seeing an increased prevalence of autoimmune movement disorders?(04:00) Can you give our listeners an overview of what's going to be launched here in January?(06:56) What other antibodies are particularly important in this phenotype?(10:01) How does the kelch-like protein 11 phenotype manifest in this disorder?(10:49) Are there any antibodies in the autoimmune neurology space that would not need to be evaluated for in patients that present with some sort of movement disorder? (11:18) Which patients should have this testing and when should it be performed?(12:55) When should Mayo Clinic Laboratories' stiff person evaluation and standalone glycine receptor tests be used, and in what order?(14:40) Is the movement disorder evaluation the right first choice when the patient presentation is less typical and includes ataxia?(16:42) Can physicians order the glycine receptor standalone test to fully evaluate the spectrum of antibodies?(18:39) How does the evaluation impact patient care?(20:12) Have these new antibodies been shown to be immunotherapy-responsive?(20:27) Is there a key takeaway with the launch of these new antibodies in the movement disorder evaluation?

Feb 7, 202321 min

Ep 206How digital pathology is changing patient care at Mayo Clinic: Dr. Joaquin Garcia

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, sits down with Joaquin Garcia, M.D., chair of Mayo Clinic’s Division of Anatomic Pathology and digital pathology program to discuss how the advent of digital pathology is changing patient care at Mayo Clinic.

Feb 2, 202318 min

Ep 205New gene panel enhances brain tumor profiles: Cristiane (Cris) Ida, M.D.

(00:31) Could you provide our listeners with a little bit about yourself and your background?(01:48) Could you give an overview of the new neuro-oncology expanded gene panel by next generation sequencing? (03:43)Can you describe a little bit more about some examples of genes that were in the 2021 WHO classification that are now included in the NONCP panel? (06:50) Does this panel have high clinical utility in both in adult and pediatric cases? (08:05) Is picking up on copy numbers useful in both adult and pediatric cases? (09:12) Could you discuss a little bit more about how these results would be used in patient care? (10:27) Do you have anything else you would like to add about the enhanced neuro-oncology NGS panel?

Jan 31, 202313 min

Ep 204Triple-demic update and the future of at-home testing: Dr. Bill Morice

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., provide an update on this year’s triple-demic of respiratory viruses, discuss the future of at-home testing, and preview future pandemic preparedness efforts.

Jan 26, 20239 min

Ep 203Recap of this year’s J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference and COVID-19 update: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins “Answers From the Lab” for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Morice shares his biggest takeaways from this year’s J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco, California, and gives an update on the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Jan 19, 202310 min

Ep 202Novel panel identifies toxins linked to asthma and GI diseases: Melissa Snyder, Ph.D.

(00:32) Could you provide us with a little bit of your background?(01:12) Could you give us an overview of this test and a summary of the assay?(01:40) What kind of patients should expect to have this test ordered?(04:11) Are other tests available that identify EDN activation in patients?(05:11) How do you envision physicians using this test to treat patients?(06:32) Can you expand on how the test is used in patient treatment?

Jan 17, 20237 min

Ep 201Legislative update and at-home testing: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins Bobbi Pritt, M.D., on this week’s episode of the "Answers From the Lab" podcast. In this episode, they kick off the new year with a legislative update and discuss at-home testing options in the wake of the new subvariant of COVID-19.

Jan 12, 202310 min

Ep 200Why cancer death rates are declining: Dr. Ansell

Steven Ansell, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Division of Hematology and senior deputy director, Midwest, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for a discussion with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., about declining cancer death rates. In this episode, Dr. Ansell and Dr. Pritt discuss advancements in cancer treatments that are leading to declining death rates, the role diagnostics plays in cancer treatment, and what the future may hold for cancer diagnostics.

Jan 5, 20236 min

Ep 199Respiratory virus update and a new measles test: Dr. Matthew Binnicker

Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, joins host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., on this week’s episode of the "Answers From the Lab" podcast. In this episode, they discuss the ongoing respiratory virus season, a new test for measles available at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, and some tips to stay healthy.

Dec 29, 202212 min

Ep 198Predictions for 2023: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins “Answers From the Lab” for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Drs. Pritt and Morice share their predictions for the new year and discuss why they believe 2023 will be a pivotal year for health care.

Dec 22, 202216 min

Ep 197The laboratory’s role in spurring innovation: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins “Answers From the Lab” for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Drs. Pritt and Morice discuss how offering specialty testing for conditions like Stiff-Person Syndrome and Alpha-Gal helps to advance innovation and give patients the answers they need.

Dec 15, 202210 min

Ep 196Respiratory illness updates and health care economics: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Drs. Pritt and Morice provide an update on respiratory illness in the United States and discuss what’s at stake for health care organizations and laboratories in this year’s omnibus spending bill.

Dec 8, 202213 min

Ep 195Ensuring quality in the lab: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins “Answers From the Lab” for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, using recent news as an example, Drs. Pritt and Morice discuss what can go wrong if everyone in the lab does not make quality their top priority.

Dec 1, 202215 min

Ep 194Liquid biopsy offers noninvasive DNA testing for cancer care: Gang Zheng, M.D., Ph.D., and Aaron Mansfield, M.D.

(00:31) Could you each provide us a little bit about yourself and your background? Dr. Zheng, we'll start with you.(01:40) Dr. Mansfield, how about you?(02:07) Could you explain a little bit about the new biopsy test and the technology?(03:58) Which patients should have this testing and when should it be used?(06:44) What alternative test options are available and how would they compare to the Mayo complete cell-free DNA panel?(08:28) Can you go into a little more detail from a clinical practice perspective about how these tests are used?(10:16) Dr. Zheng, is there anything else you would like to add to this discussion?(10:53) Dr. Mansfield, is there anything else you would like to add to this discussion?

Nov 29, 202211 min

Ep 193Staying safe during the holidays: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Pritt and Dr. Morice discuss how to stay healthy during the holiday season and protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illnesses including influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Nov 24, 20229 min

Ep 192Carrier Screening: Linda Hasadsri, M.D., Ph.D.

(01:11)Dr. Hasadsri, could you provide us with an overview of what carrier screening is?(02:28)Can you really expand on why these tests are important?(05:25)So in your experience, who could benefit from carrier screening and when should that testing be performed?(06:45)Can you just share how does a healthcare provider order carrier screening and then secondarily what sample types are accepted?(08:05)Can you share what are some of the unique features of our testing that sets the Mayo Clinic Laboratories apart?(10:36)So the last question I have is could you just summarize the benefits of doing carrier screening at Mayo?

Nov 22, 202212 min

Ep 191The challenges facing most health care leaders: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Pritt and Dr. Morice discuss common challenges facing many hospital and laboratory leaders today, the important role of lab leaders in advancing patient care, and what to watch in Washington, D.C., as we head into the year’s end.

Nov 17, 202212 min

Ep 190Novel malabsorption panel speeds diagnosis: Puanani Hopson, D.O.

(00:32) Can you tell us a little bit about yourself, your background and your role at Mayo Clinic?(01:08) How long have you been with Mayo Clinic and where were you previously?(01:37) Can you tell us a little bit about the panel and explain why these four tests were chosen over other combinations of tests?(07:43) Which patients would this panel be used for and when should the panel be run?(09:26) Is there anything else you'd like to explain about this panel?

Nov 15, 202212 min

Ep 189Legislation, leadership, and MayoComplete: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic. In this episode, Dr. Pritt and Dr. Morice discuss their new roles at Mayo Clinic and update listeners on the latest legislative news impacting the laboratory and diagnostic industries. They also highlight the launch of MayoComplete, Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ robust suite of oncology and hematology testing that uses next-generation sequencing to identify and evaluate presence of mutations.

Nov 10, 202211 min

Ep 188Comprehensive panel boosts GIST diagnosis sensitivity: Rondell Graham, M.B.B.S.

(00:31) Can you please provide us a little bit of background about yourself?(01:29) Can you give us an overview of this assay?(02:44) Can you talk about what genes have been added, and why?(04:16) Can you talk about patients who should have this testing?(06:20) Are there any last comments that you would like to make about the new gastrointestinal tumor panel?

Nov 8, 20228 min

Ep 187Testing is essential in the months ahead: Dr. Bill Morice

William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D. In this episode, Dr. Pritt and Dr. Morice discuss how traveling and gathering impacts respiratory virus spread, and how testing and lab stewardship will be critical in the months ahead. They also highlight Dr. Pritt’s parasitology blog, Creepy Dreadful Wonderful Parasites, which just posted its 700th case.

Nov 3, 20229 min

Ep 186Melanoma panel provides more tumor information: Ruifeng (Ray) Guo, M.D., Ph.D.

(00:32) Could you provide a little bit of background about yourself?(01:43) Could you give a brief overview of the new melanoma assay?(04:53) Is the assay able to provide diagnostic, prognostic and classification information, and potential therapeutic implications?(05:12) Could you talk a little more about the MSI assessment in this panel? (05:59) Which patients should have this testing?(07:01) How are these results used in patient care?(08:39) Is there anything else you'd like to add?

Nov 1, 202211 min

Ep 185Colorectal panel provides detailed cancer information: Rondell Graham, M.B.B.S.

(00:32) Could you provide us a little background about yourself?(01:44) Could you give us a brief overview of the new Mayo complete colorectal panel assay?(03:44) Can you go a little bit into more detail on guidelines and therapeutic implications concerning these specific genes? (06:09) Which patients should have this testing?(08:00) Are there any last pieces you'd like to add about the new Mayo Clinic colorectal cancer assay?

Oct 27, 20229 min

Ep 184Focused lung panel informs the use of targeted cancer therapies: Ying-Chun Lo, M.D., Ph.D.

(00:32) Could you provide us some background about yourself?(01:34) Could you give us a brief overview of the new Mayo complete lung cancer assay?(03:31) Can you talk a little bit more about the specific genes and why they're important for patient care?(04:53) When would a clinician pathologist order a focused NGS panel, such as this new Mayo complete lung cancer panel, over a larger cancer panel? (07:27) What specimens are accepted for the Mayo complete lung cancer panel?(08:50) How are these molecular results used in patient care?

Oct 25, 202211 min