Marquis Who's Who Honors Heather J. MacDonald for Expertise in Healthcare Industry
Press Release January 14, 2025
Heather J. MacDonald is being honored by Marquis Who's Who
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DUNWOODY, GA, January 14, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Heather J. MacDonald has been recognized for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. MacDonald has carved a distinguished career in the field of clinical laboratory work, with a specialized focus on pediatric health care. Currently serving as the system manager at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, she oversees the microbiology laboratory, the anatomic pathology and histology departments, and the advanced diagnostic lab. These labs are pivotal in performing molecular and genetic testing, areas where she has demonstrated exceptional expertise.

Ms. MacDonald's professional journey is marked by her commitment to excellence and innovation in health care. A notable highlight of her career was during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, when she played a crucial role in validating COVID tests for patients between March and April 2020. This initiative allowed Children's Healthcare to resume essential services, such as surgeries and chemotherapy treatments. Additionally, Ms. MacDonald is proud to have published and written several educational courses, as well as scholarly papers in collaboration with her colleagues at the hospital.

As a commitment to her field, Ms. MacDonald's professional affiliations include memberships with the American Society of Clinical Microbiology, the College of American Pathologists, and the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. Outside of her professional life, donates prolifically to various local charities and nonprofit organizations, including the Atlanta Furniture Bank.

Currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in health sciences at Rush University, Ms. MacDonald previously earned a master's degree in clinical laboratory management in 2022. Notably, her steadfast commitment to educational distinction was recognized by the university with an Academic Excellence award. Highly qualified in her field, she holds certifications from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists in Microbiology and Molecular Biology, underscoring her specialized knowledge and commitment to maintaining high standards in her profession.

In her personal life, Ms. MacDonald enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking local trails with her dogs, cooking, and exploring new culinary experiences through restaurants and street vendors. Looking ahead, she aims to continue growing within her field while potentially exploring roles such as a lab director or an adjunct professor. Through teaching, she hopes to give back to the next generation of medical technologists and health sciences professionals by sharing her knowledge and experience.

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