Why Diagnostic Labs Are Breaking — and How The Proficient Lab Is Fixing It - Unika Alexander
In this episode of Diagnosing Dx, I’m joined by Unika Alexander, Co-Founder and CEO of The Proficient Lab, to unpack what’s really happening inside today’s diagnostic labs and why many are under more pressure than ever.
This conversation goes beyond hype to look at the operational reality of diagnostics — from compliance and reimbursement challenges to why modern labs need better data visibility to scale sustainably.
Key takeaways
🔹 Why staffing shortages are one of the biggest operational risks facing labs today
🔹 How AI can simplify compliance, audits, and data management — without adding…
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