X-Cell Laboratories of Western New York, Inc.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT! Congratulations to our October employee of the month, Carla, who is also celebrating her 10 year anniversary at X-Cell! Carla is a technologist in our clinical pathology laboratory and works on gynecologic cytology, fine needle aspirates, and molecular diagnostic testing. Carla is also training in our cytogenetics laboratory and is learning about chromosome analysis, cell cultures, and fluorescent in situ hybridization. Some fun facts about Carla are listed below and we have spent the month recognizing and celebrating her achievements. Thank you, Carla, for all that you do! FUN FACTS ABOUT CARLA: - Start date: October 2014 - Describe X-Cell in 3 words: Fun, Engaging, Challenging - Favorite part of your job: Helping patients - Favorite spot to travel: Presque Isle State Park - Favorite food: Italian - Favorite movie: The Shawshank Redemption - Hobbies: Reading, crocheting, baking, spending time with family

Pumpkins and a picnic in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month ?? Congratulations Deb, Deb, and Erin on your winning designs!

X-Cell Laboratories of WNY, Inc. Welcomes a New Board Certified Dermatopathologist, Dr. Yasmin H. Fattah. We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our professional team, Dr. Yasmin H. Fattah. Dr. Fattah's medical journey started in Syria in dermatology. Upon relocation to the United States, Dr. Fattah pursued her passion for dermatopathology, with a particular focus on cutaneous lymphomas. To enhance her expertise, Dr. Fattah completed fellowship training in both dermatopathology and hematopathology. Dr. Fattah's arrival marks a significant enhancement to our practice, as she introduces a new specialty and service line that will greatly benefit our patients. Her goal is to bridge the gap between dermatology and pathology, ensuring a seamless and integrated approach to patient care. With her extensive experience and specialized focus, Dr. Fattah is dedicated to advancing patient outcomes through meticulous diagnostic skills. We are confident that her addition will elevate the level of care we provide and are excited to see the positive impact she will have on our practice and patients!

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT! Congratulations to our September employee of the month, Debra. Debra is a valuable team member in our billing department and works collaboratively with our physicians and managers to ensure specimens are billed appropriately based on sample type and services rendered. Debra's positive attitude and friendly demeanor are appreciated by her colleagues and the other departments throughout our laboratory. Thank you, Debra, for all that you do! FUN FACTS ABOUT DEBRA: - Start date: June 2022 - Describe X-Cell in 3 words: Friendly, Generous, Thoughtful - Favorite part of your job: Co-workers! - Favorite spot to travel: Walt Disney World - Favorite food: Chocolate - Favorite movie: Wuthering Heights and It's a Wonderful Life - Hobbies: Taking pictures of everything

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT! Congratulations to our August employee of the month, Beth. Beth is an administrative assistant and wears many hats at our practice. Beth works very closely with our management team and helps with reception, quality assurance, purchasing, accounts payable, event planning... the list goes on and on! Thank you, Beth, we very much appreciate all that you do for us. Some fun facts about Beth are listed below and we are spending the month celebrating her achievements. FUN FACTS ABOUT BETH: - Start date: August 2022 - Describe X-Cell in 3 words: Dedication, Enthusiasm, Integrity - Favorite part of your job: The people! - Favorite spot to travel: London, England - Favorite food: Everything! - Favorite movie: Love Actually - Hobbies: Traveling, gardening, cooking

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT! Congratulations to our July employee of the month, Javid. Javid is a Histotechnician in our histology laboratory and has been with us for seven years. Javid embeds, cuts, and stains biopsies and surgical specimens to prepare the cases for a pathologist to review. Each case is handled in a timely and efficient manner with a focus on turnaround time for our clinicians and their patients. Some fun facts about Javid are listed below and we have spent the month recognizing and celebrating his hard work and dedication. Thank you, Javid, for all that you do! We truly appreciate it. FUN FACTS ABOUT JAVID: - Start date: July 2017 - Favorite part of your job: Embedding and cutting specimens - Favorite spot to travel: Hawaii - Favorite food: Kababs - Favorite movie: Anything sci-fi - Hobbies: Hiking, cooking, watching movies

Getting a biopsy can be stressful. We can help optimize quality care for patients and their providers. All samples received are processed overnight and prepared for a pathologist to read early the following morning. Clinicians will receive a comprehensive report in 24-48 hours and have an opportunity to go over the results with our professional team. Call us today to learn more about our services.

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT! Congratulations to our June employee of the month, Kathy. Kathy is a valuable team member in our billing department and has been with us for almost 10 years! Kathy works collaboratively with our laboratory staff to make sure patient samples are billed appropriately based on testing ordered by our partner clinicians. Thank you, Kathy, for all that you do. We appreciate your hard work and many years of service! FUN FACTS ABOUT KATHY: - Start date: October 2014 - Describe X-Cell in 3 words: Growing, Growing, Growing - Favorite part of your job: Wonderful co-workers! - Favorite spot to travel: Massachusetts to visit my oldest son - Favorite food: Anything from a slow cooker and turkey wraps - Favorite movie: The Intern with Anne Hathaway & Robert De Niro - Hobbies: Reading, hiking, biking

Today we commemorate Juneteenth, a day of equality and reflection. Together we honor the past and continue to fight for the future. We are open regular business hours. Please call if you need us!