Shared on behalf of Georgia Carr, Technical Director of Laboratory Services
We would like to recognize and acknowledge several leadership transitions within the Laboratory Services Department and ensure you have the correct contact for the following departments within Laboratory Services.
Transfusion Medicine
As Janet Sharun prepares to leave the organization next week, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for her more than 38 years of dedicated service as a Medical Laboratory Technologist, including 26 years as Manager of Transfusion Medicine. Janet has been a highly respected leader whose unwavering commitment to patient safety, quality, staff development, and collaboration with healthcare providers has helped shape the department and support exceptional patient care.
We are pleased to announce that Rachel Brisson will assume the role of Manager, Transfusion Medicine. We look forward to supporting Rachel in this transition and are confident that her leadership will build upon the strong foundation established by Janet. This next chapter includes the continued growth of Laboratory Services in support of our upcoming Cardiovascular Surgery Program.
Contact: Rachel.Brisson@tbh.net | (807) 684-6901
Pathology
We would also like to recognize Marisa Kubinec, who will be leaving the organization the following week after 39 years of dedicated service in Medical Laboratory Sciences, including 18 years as Manager of Pathology. Marisa’s expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in supporting our cancer care program, surgical services, and pathology teams. Her contributions have been deeply valued and appreciated.
We are delighted to welcome Lauren Daberer as the incoming Manager of Pathology. Lauren brings valuable experience, fresh perspectives, and a strong commitment to innovation and quality improvement. Her priorities include advancing digital pathology initiatives and enhancing processes that support molecular genetic testing, strengthening diagnostic capabilities, informing treatment decisions, and ultimately improving patient outcomes. We look forward to working together to advance the department’s goals and continued success.
Contact: Lauren.Daberer@tbh.net | (807) 684-6585
Biochemistry
We extend our sincere thanks to Jim Uliana for 40 years of dedicated service, including his tenure as Manager of Biochemistry. Jim’s leadership, commitment to quality, and dedication to patient care have left a lasting impact on our laboratory team and the organization as a whole.
We are pleased to recognize Gregory Smelt as Manager of Biochemistry. Since assuming the role earlier this year, Greg has demonstrated strong leadership, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to operational excellence. We look forward to his continued contributions and leadership as the department advances its strategic priorities.
Contact: Greg.Smelt@tbh.net | (807) 684-6576
Looking Ahead
Please join us in thanking Janet, Marisa, and Jim for their significant contributions and many years of dedicated service. We wish them all the very best in their next chapters and congratulate Rachel, Lauren, and Greg on their leadership appointments.
We look forward to their ongoing contributions as we continue to strengthen Laboratory Services and provide exceptional care to the patients and communities we serve.
For reference, please find included a listing of contacts within the Laboratory Services Program.