Beth Rawson

Beth Rawson is a Lecturer and Program Director for the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) programs (BS and MS) at the University of New Haven, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences and the Department of Allied Health - Medical Laboratory Science. With over 12 years of experience in clinical laboratory medicine, she specializes in hematology, coagulation, hemostasis, urinalysis, and flow cytometry testing.

• M.S., Clinical Laboratory Science, Rutgers University
• B.S., Medical Laboratory Science, University of Connecticut
• B.A., Music, Florida State University

Research and Professional Focus: Beth advocates for resolving understaffing and burnout in clinical laboratories through education, professional visibility, and public awareness of the field's critical role in healthcare. Her work emphasizes clinical diagnostics, laboratory workforce development, and pedagogy in hematology and cytometry disciplines.

Professional Leadership: Active in the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Scientists (ASCLS) and American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Beth contributes to curriculum development and certification standards. Notable roles include:

• ASCLS Conference Presenter (2021)
• VLSC-ASCLS Member (2020-2022)
• ASCP Hematology Exam Committee Member

Certifications: MLS(ASCP), SH(ASCP), SCYM(ASCP)