QuidelOrtho Science BYTES Podcast

About QuidelOrtho Science BYTES Podcast

Today’s healthcare marketplace is more complex than ever. Labs today are faced with increasing regulatory and quality demands coupled with a shortage of skilled labor. QuidelOrtho is committed to helping labs meet these challenges head-on. Join us every month as we discuss the complex questions labs are facing every day.

Publisher

QuidelOrtho

Category

education · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Jul 2020

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

61 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Episode 61: The cost of uncertainty: Infection, antibiotics and the race to prevent sepsis

   The latest episode of QuidelOrtho Science Bytes covers one of the most daunting challenges in the ER today: Quickly identifying and treating sepsis patients. Host Josh Casey sits down with QuidelOrtho's Medical Science Liaison Chris Sanchez, MSN, RN, to hear about emerging approaches to quicker diagnosis, personalized treatment, as well as better antibiotic stewardship. This episode validates the necessity of procalcitonin-guided protocols to support healthcare providers in making swift decisions that optimize treatments and improve patient outcomes. About Our Speaker: Chris Sanchez Chris Sanchez is a seasoned healthcare professional with more than 20 years of bedside nursing experience across high-acuity settings, including the emergency department, neurological intensive care, and cardiac intensive care. In addition, Chris brings 18 years of industry experience spanning roles such as medical science liaison, medical education liaison, clinical educator, and clinical project manager, with a focus on cardiovascular and infectious disease. Complementing this clinical and industry background is 10 years of hands-on laboratory experience as a laboratory assistant, providing a well-rounded perspective that bridges patient care, education, and clinical operations.

2. 

   26 Aug 2026

   Episode 60: Speed, stewardship and cardiac care: ADLM 2026 highlights

   Host Stephanie Kleewein interviews Dr. Heather Danks, Dr. Mike Broyles, and Dr. Lindy Carlstrom about ADLM 2026 highlights in cardiac care, exploring how faster diagnostics improve patient outcomes.

3. 

   22 Jul 2026

   From 2025 to 2026: How the drug landscape is changing

   Host Josh Casey interviews Vonda McAllister, Director of Global Product Management at QuidelOrtho, about evolving drug trends and testing strategies for laboratories and healthcare providers.

Who has been a guest on QuidelOrtho Science BYTES Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Heather Danks
• Mike Broyles
• Lindy Carlstrom
• Vonda McAllister
• Bethany Weathersby

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

16 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

41

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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