Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science's LABCON2010 to be held in Edmonton

LABCON2010, the national congress of the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS), will bring together laboratory professionals from across the country. The conference will be held in Edmonton, AB from May 28 - June 1, 2010 at the Mayfield Inn & Suites.

LABCON2010 is the premier professional development conference for laboratory professionals and is the largest event of its kind in Canada. Over forty-five presenters are scheduled to speak on various laboratory and health care related topics.

"The events in Newfoundland and the subsequent Cameron Inquiry have highlighted the important role medical laboratory professionals need to play in the Canadian health care system," said Christine Nielsen, CSMLS' Executive Director. "Now more than ever, it is important that we as a profession strive towards continuous development and building strong knowledge networks."

The conference officially begins with an opening ceremony to take place at 9:00am on Saturday May 29. Pre-conference workshops, scientific sessions and exhibits will take place throughout the four-day conference.

"Laboratory science professionals provide the vitally important data used to diagnose and treat patients," states Carol Green, President of CSMLS' board of directors. "By investing in the development of the profession, through events such as LABCON, we are really investing in quality patient care across Canada."