Racing Towards Laboratory Excellence
Location: Lexington, Kentucky – The Horse Capital of the World
Date: May 4th - 6th, 2027
Just as thoroughbreds require world-class training and care to reach their peak performance, laboratory medicine demands the same dedication to excellence, patient care and continuous improvement.
Why Lexington? Why Now?
In a city famous for producing Triple Crown winners like Secretariat and American Pharoah, we're bringing together laboratory science professionals who share that same winning spirit. Lexington's legacy of excellence extends far beyond Churchill Downs – it's home to the University of Kentucky's renowned medical programs and a thriving healthcare community that values precision, innovation and collaboration.
Network Like Champions
Connect with laboratory science professionals, physicians, pathologists, laboratory educators, and students from across the country. Just as horses thrive in herds, laboratory science professionals excel when they share knowledge and support one another.
Continuing Education Credits
Earn valuable education credits for physicians and laboratory science professionals while enjoying the hospitality of the Bluegrass State.
Indulge in Bluegrass State Hospitality
In your downtime, experience authentic Kentucky hospitality with local bourbon tastings and farm-to-table cuisine – because the best collaborations often happen over great food and conversation.
Don't Miss This Winning Opportunity
Whether you're a seasoned physician or laboratory science professional with decades of experience or a new laboratory science professional just starting your career, this forum offers something for everyone.
Join us where the spirit of champions meets laboratory science.
The in-person Laboratory Director Track is once again being offered by COLA. This highly acclaimed track provides laboratory leaders with 20 continuing education credits to qualify as a moderate complexity laboratory director.
Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa
FORUM HIGHLIGHTS
Networking opportunities with industry thought leaders in a cordial setting
Dynamic break out sessions on trending topics
Conversations regarding updates and effective approaches in laboratory science.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Laboratory Science Professionals
- Laboratory Directors
- C-Suite Personnel
- Leadership
- Technical Consultants
- Clinical Laboratory Students and Educators
Enterprise Discounting: Groups of 4 or more are eligible for a 10% discount. To receive the discount, groups must register together. Please contact learn@cola.org for more information.
Facility Pass: The organization can purchase an attendee-priced pass and use it for different staff each day of the conference