Michelle E Naylor

Michelle E Naylor is an Assistant Professor and Program Director for the Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Program at Mercy University's School of Health and Natural Sciences. A passionate educator and alumna of the CLS program, she returned to Mercy University in 2015 and played a pivotal role in securing NAACLS accreditation for the program. With over 22 years of clinical experience in hospital laboratories, she brings professional expertise to her teaching.

• Current Role: Assistant Professor & CLS Program Director
• Institution: Mercy University
• School: School of Health and Natural Sciences

Teaching Focus: Professor Naylor emphasizes student engagement and teamwork in the classroom and clinical preceptorship settings. She trains CLS students in hospital laboratories, integrating practical experience with collaborative learning strategies.

Professional Background: Prior to Mercy University, she worked at multiple New York City medical centers, where she developed training programs for aspiring clinical laboratory professionals.