04/20/2026
Recognizing Medical Laboratory Professionals Week 🧪
At the Dumfries Medical Laboratory, care goes beyond the test.
As an SHR-supported, high-complexity lab within the ATAMMC Ambulatory Care Center, the lab team at Dumfries provides a level of access and efficiency that truly sets them apart. Patients can often have samples collected and results processed in the same visit—helping providers move quickly from assessment to action and ensuring care is delivered without delay.
“One of the unique aspects is the range of services that our laboratory offers and by extension, the range of services that the entire clinic offers. The patient can see a provider and then they’re welcome to come right on over to the lab and we’re always happy to serve them,” shares Lab Supervisor, Scott Wagner.
Operating in a fast-paced environment, this collaborative team supports more than 100 patients each day while maintaining an unwavering focus on accuracy, safety, and timeliness. Their work is precise, disciplined, and essential to every clinical decision made.
But what truly sets this team apart is their connection to the mission.
With deep respect for Service Members, Veterans, and their families, every interaction is approached with intention and purpose. The entire team, including some with prior military experience, is united in a shared mission: serving those who have served.
“This mission drives us in a way that is entirely unique for medical laboratories. It’s personal,” adds Scott Wagner.
This week, we recognize the critical role these professionals play behind the scenes, ensuring quality care, supporting clinical decisions, and supporting readiness across the military health system.
Thank you to the Dumfries lab team and to all medical laboratory professionals for your expertise, precision, and unwavering dedication to those who serve. 💙