Contributed CERTIFICATION — Members of the Trinity Medical Center West laboratory display the certificate honoring their accreditation from the College of American Pathologists. Among those taking part were, from left, Mimi McCabe; Dr. Himanshu Doshi, medical director; Theresa Clark, market director of laboratory services; Cindy Stuck; Hannah O’Brien; Lynn Rine; Gail Worrels; Alisha Speaker; Diane Harris; Beth Howell; Logan Totterdale; Joe Brinskey; Jeff Hawken; Sheronda Barbetta; Pam Robson; Connie Moore; Cheyenne Lake; and Lindsay Helton.

STEUBENVILLE — The Trinity Health System West laboratory has received certification from the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists.

Recognized for high standards, CAP accreditation elevates quality and mitigates risk, an important way that laboratories can contribute to improved patient outcomes.

“We are honored to receive the CAP accreditation. Quality medical diagnostics are integral for successful patient outcomes,” said Dr. Himanshu Doshi, chairman and medical director of Trinity pathology and clinical laboratories, after learning that Trinity’s has become one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide.

“CAP accreditation is a testament to the standards that we uphold in our laboratory when it comes to providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing to our physicians and patients. It is indeed a team effort, and we are proud of our team that performs at such an extraordinary level every day for the care of our patients.”

“I firmly believe that this accreditation of our laboratory is not just a badge of honor; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care and safety,” said Matt Grimshaw, market president of Trinity, said.

During the CAP accreditation process, inspectors examine the laboratory’s records and quality control of procedures. CAP inspectors also examine laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and record and overall management. These reviews help verify activities that reflect the most recent best practices.

With more than 23,000 laboratory participants, in addition to accreditation, the CAP offers proficiency testing/external quality assessment programs, quality improvement tools, and protocols and guidelines to ensure excellence in all areas across the laboratory. CAP partners with laboratories worldwide to elevate the quality of laboratory medicine with best-in-class solutions designed to drive operational excellence, achieve diagnostic confidence, and ensure the best patient care.