Henderson, Nev. – MDX Labs announce two high-profile additions to the company to support MDX Labs’ substantial growth and assist in long-term expansion objectives.
Located in Henderson, MDX Labs is Nevada’s only privately owned, CLIA-certified and National Independent Laboratory Association (NILA) member molecular diagnostic laboratory.
Trent Hofmockel and James Utley, Ph.D., MLS (ASCP)CM have a combined 50 years of experience working in the medical and laboratory industries with recognized healthcare brands.
As Clinical Operations Advisor, Hofmockel will utilize his decades of experience managing large clinic operations to streamline MDX processes and services. His background working in patient care, outcomes, and engagement will also play a key role in MDX Labs’ future growth opportunities. Most recently, Hofmockel managed a specialized Orthopedic private practice encompassing 215 physicians and medical professionals. He also spent six years working directly in developing anesthesia programs and technology. Hofmockel is a graduate of Pepperdine University.
Dr. Utley is Laboratory Manager for MDX Labs and will oversee all laboratory operations. Previously, Dr. Utley was System Technical Director for Laboratory Operations for the integrated laboratory system serving Banner Health encompassing 30 hospital laboratories across six states.
Dr. Utley holds a Ph.D. in Health Sciences from Trident University, a Master of Science in Regulatory Science from Johns Hopkins University, and a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Thomas Edison State University. Utley is a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist through the American Society for Clinical Pathology.
“Trent and James are rockstars in their respective fields and fully understand the capability of our lab to bring new services to medical providers and their patients,” said Dan Briggs, president & CEO, MDX Labs. “Many technological advancements are coming to the laboratory industry. With Trent and James on our team, we are well-positioned to bring new and cutting-edge services to our community and expand what MDX Labs can provide.”
Founded in 2020, MDX Labs operates the state’s only Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certified and NILA member molecular diagnostic laboratory and three drive-up COVID-19 testing sites. MDX offers proprietary access to the QuikSal™ oral rinse collection device, a non-invasive testing method utilizing a 60-second oral rinse. MDX Labs also provides on-site testing services to a range of manufacturers, casinos, entertainers, restaurants, and nonprofit organizations. As a result of MDX Labs’ unique capabilities, it is the official overflow laboratory for the Southern Nevada Health District. Recently, MDX Labs began offering COVID-19 travel testing services at its Sunset drive-up location to help both citizens and non-citizens comply with a variety of COVID testing travel requirements around the world.
Additional information can be found at labsmdx.com
