[Histonet] implants

Hi All, My Pathologist is questioning whether we still need to save the removed breast implants, and if so, for how long. Looking to see what other hospitals are doing. Thanks, Michele Margiotta-Watz Histology Supervisor BMHMC 101 Hospital Road Patchogue, NY 11772 631-654-7192 DISCLAIMER:

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[Histonet] open position

Hi All, We have a full-time Histotechnologist position available at our community hospital on eastern Long Island. It is Monday thru Friday and no holidays. We are looking for someone to work either 4am-12 or 5am -1. If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, please

[Histonet] open position

Hi All, We have an open position for a Histotech since one of my techs is retiring. This is a full-time position at a small community Hospital on eastern Long Island, NY. We are looking for an experienced tech to work early morning hours Monday thru Friday and no holidays. If interested,

[Histonet] bx levels

Hi All, We are wondering how many levels most hospitals are cutting on GI biopsies? We currently cut 3 levels, thinking that is the standard of care. Please let us know how many are done at other hospitals. Thanks for your help! Michele Margiotta-Watz Histology Supervisor BMHMC 101 Hospital

[Histonet] RE: Squamous cells staining on HE and IHC

We have that problem mostly during the winter months when our hands get dry. Use hand lotion, that usually helps a bit. Thanks, Michele Margiotta-Watz Histology Supervisor BMHMC 101 Hospital Rd. Patchogue, NY 11772 631-654-7192 -Original Message- From:

[Histonet] NBF%

Hi All, We recently had a recall for our 10% NBF. Our Pathologist actually noticed there was a problem with it before we received the recall notice. He's wondering if anyone tests their formalin to be sure that it is 10% and not less than that. If anyone knows of a quick way to test the

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[Histonet] paraffin dispenser

Hi All, Anyone have a good recommendation for a reliable paraffin dispenser? The spigot keeps clogging on the one we have now. Thanks, Michele Margiotta-Watz Histology Supervisor BMHMC 101 Hospital Rd. Patchogue, NY 11772 631-654-7192 DISCLAIMER: This e-mail and any files transmitted with it

[Histonet] cost of slide

Hi All, My pathologist wants to know how much other labs are charging for recutting an HE slide to send out to a law firm for example. I know this has been discussed before on Histonet but I couldn't find any info. Your help is appreciated! Thanks, Michele M. Histology Supervisor BMHMC

RE: [Histonet] Happy 79th Birthday Jules Elias

Happy,happy Birthday Jules! I started my Histo career working with Jules @ Stony Brook and he was an inspiration to me! I was very lucky to have learned a lot about this profession from him. Wishing you a great day!! Michele Margiotta-Watz Histology Supervisor BMHMC -Original Message-

[Histonet] cassette labelers

Hi All, We are looking to purchase 2 cassette labelers and would like some feedback on which ones you might recommend. Also, is there a difference between Thermo's Printmate and Microwriter? Looks like the Printmate is just a newer version. Your input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,

[Histonet] RE: Process and Hold?

We do the same thing with good results! Michele -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Donna J Emge Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2013 7:58 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject:

[Histonet] RE: Cassette labeling

We print out an embedding log and note the # of pieces/block from the Doc's dictation. We are small scale so it works fine for us. Michele -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of SimmsColon,

[Histonet] Pathology IS

Hi All, We will be looking to change our pathology information system very soon. We currently use PowerPath/Tamtron. Any info regarding other systems out there that you might recommend would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Michele Histology Supervisor BMHMC 631-654-7192 DISCLAIMER: This e-mail