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2026 COLA Laboratory Enrichment Forum


COLA's Laboratory Enrichment Forum is the laboratory conference to attend!

You won't want to miss this opportunity to connect with and learn from laboratory experts.

Venue: Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport

Date: May 6-8,2026

COLA's Laboratory Enrichment Forum is the laboratory conference to attend!

You won't want to miss this opportunity to connect with and learn from laboratory experts.

Venue: Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport

Date: May 6-8,2026

Upcoming Complimentary Webinar- March 18,2026

Zoom In: COLA ISO 15189 Accreditation


In this complimentary live webinar on March 18th at 1 pm EST, you will have the opportunity to learn about the benefits and structure of COLA’s ISO 15189 Accreditation Program. Our expert presenters will discuss the following topics:
• Benefits of ISO 15189 accreditation for continuous improvement in your laboratory
• How COLA is uniquely qualified to assess your laboratory for conformance to ISO 15189, Requirements for Quality and Competence in Medical Laboratories
• A roadmap for achieving COLA’s ISO 15189 accreditation

In this complimentary live webinar on March 18th at 1 pm EST, you will have the opportunity to learn about the benefits and structure of COLA’s ISO 15189 Accreditation Program. Our expert presenters will discuss the following topics:
• Benefits of ISO 15189 accreditation for continuous improvement in your laboratory
• How COLA is uniquely qualified to assess your laboratory for conformance to ISO 15189, Requirements for Quality and Competence in Medical Laboratories
• A roadmap for achieving COLA’s ISO 15189 accreditation

COLA's New Podcast: Talk Lab To Me


For those who are passionate about laboratory science and interested in staying up-to-date with the latest accreditation news and industry insights, "Talk Lab To Me" is an engaging discourse podcast hosted by COLA, a leading physician-directed accrediting organization that provides education and accreditation services to laboratories of all sizes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the latest developments in laboratory science and medicine, as well as in-depth interviews with regulators and industry thought leaders about the importance of regulatory compliance. 

 

For those who are passionate about laboratory science and interested in staying up-to-date with the latest accreditation news and industry insights, "Talk Lab To Me" is an engaging discourse podcast hosted by COLA, a leading physician-directed accrediting organization that provides education and accreditation services to laboratories of all sizes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the latest developments in laboratory science and medicine, as well as in-depth interviews with regulators and industry thought leaders about the importance of regulatory compliance.