Jason Wheeler
 

Jason has worked in many areas of health care throughout his career. His work experiences include working as a medical assistant, health center administrator, clinical operations director, and director of physician operations within Duke, UNC, and private practices in the Triangle. Jason is employed with the Duke University Health System as an associate administrator for network development. He holds an MBA from Northeastern University and a Doctorate of Health Sciences from A.T. Stills University. Jason has taught medical assisting for local community colleges and is an associate professor in the Health Administration program at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Having a diverse background has given him a unique perspective on healthcare, both clinically and operationally.
 

Sarah VanKirk
 

With over a decade of experience in laboratory science, coupled with 8 years in financial customer service and high-tier tech support, Sarah has honed her expertise in clinical laboratory science: quality, education, applications, data analysis, and performance development. As a passionate Medical Laboratory Scientist turned Clinical Application Consultant, her mission is to empower laboratories with innovative diagnostic solutions that enhance quality and efficiency.
Sarah is dedicated to educating healthcare teams, building their confidence in leveraging cutting-edge tools to improve patient care, and achieving exceptional results. Her focus lies in quality improvement, process optimization, and fostering learning environments that drive meaningful advancements in laboratory settings.

The following contributor(s) have no financial interests or relationships to disclose:

• Jason Wheeler
• Sarah VanKirk