HealthCare Clinical Laboratory

Discover who we are, our quality control and accreditation standards, as well as our mission, vision and values. HealthCare Clinical Laboratory is a service of St. Joseph's Medical Center and a Dignity Health Member. The laboratory is a full service operation providing a comprehensive listing of clinical laboratory procedures. HealthCare Clinical Laboratory is locally owned and operated and is committed to providing quality laboratory work through a program of accreditations and internal and external proficiency testing. The Medical Directors are board certified Pathologists in both Clinical and Anatomical Pathology, which enables the laboratory to provide timely consultation on laboratory results.

The goal of St. Joseph's Medical Center and its many services is to provide comprehensive high quality medical care in a caring and cost effective manner to the medical communities of San Joaquin and adjacent counties.

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Afecciones tratadas

  • Anemia durante el embarazo
  • Asma durante el embarazo
  • Coágulos de sangre durante y después del embarazo
  • Embarazo ectópico
  • Diabetes gestacional
  • Dolor de parto
  • Mastitis
  • Depresión posparto
  • Bebé prematuro

Tratamientos similares

  • Anestesia para cesárea
  • Dieta para la lactancia materna
  • Cesárea
  • Cirugía de embarazo ectópico
  • Episiotomía
  • Dieta para la diabetes gestacional
  • Opciones para el manejo del dolor durante el parto
  • Inducción del parto
  • Consultora de lactancia
  • Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Neonatales (UCIN)
  • Ejercicios para embarazadas

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Grupo de Apoyo a la Lactancia

Amamantar puede traer muchas preguntas, especialmente durante las primeras semanas. Nuestro Grupo de Apoyo a la Lactancia es un espacio donde las mamás pueden reunirse, compartir experiencias y recibir orientación en un ambiente de apoyo y confianza.

Durante estas reuniones semanales, las madres pueden conversar sobre sus inquietudes, aprender de otras familias y recibir ayuda de una educadora especializada en lactancia que estará disponible para responder preguntas y ofrecer orientación.

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Un equipo dedicado al nacimiento de tu bebé

Mercy Medical Center cuenta con:

  • Obstetras disponibles en el hospital
  • Enfermeras especializadas en maternidad
  • Atención compasiva centrada en la familia
Nuestro objetivo es que cada familia se sienta segura y acompañada.

Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Neonatales (UCIN) del Hospital Infantil Valley

En el mismo piso del Centro de Nacimiento se encuentra una guardería de Nivel II operada por Valley Children’s Hospital. Esta Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos Neonatales (UCIN) brinda atención especializada a bebés que requieren cuidados médicos adicionales después del nacimiento.

The communities we serve

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TU CENTRO DE NACIMIENTO EN BAKERSFIELD

Memorial Hospital

Centro de nacimiento con experiencia en partos de bajo y de alto riesgo.

Mercy Hospital Southwest

Habitaciones modernas y atención especializada para mamá y bebé.

Entre los mejores hospitales de maternidad

Un reconocimiento a la calidad y la seguridad de nuestros equipos.

Services

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Consultations – Pathology

(209) 943-2000 or (209) 467-6430
Our medical directors and the senior members of our technical staff are always available for telephone consultation to answer any questions you may have pertaining to interpretations and methodologies of laboratory tests and results.

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Billing and Services

(209) 467-6430
Our customer service staff can answer your questions regarding specimen requirements, reports, and billing services. We call all critical values to the ordering physician.

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Reference Testing

Those procedures not performed by our laboratory, are forwarded to a selected reference laboratory. Reference laboratories are chosen for quality, reliability, and service and must be certified by the same agencies which certify our own laboratory or by the CDC at the national level. New procedures are regularly developed and should you find a procedure not listed, please call our customer service department for information concerning availability.

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Specimen Collection

(209) 467-6330
Testing accuracy is dependent upon careful attention to collection technique and specimen preparation. A quality laboratory result starts with the collection and handling of the specimen. If there are any questions regarding the specimen, the laboratory will call to clarify these matters.

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Courier Services

(209) 461-5394 or 888-LAB-HCCL (888-522-4225)
We offer a limited courier service to pick up specimens and deliver them back to the laboratory for testing. Please contact us for a courier service evaluation and set up.
Our couriers will also transport supply requests, supplies and reports requested by the facility/client.
For supply and specimen pick-up, leave a voice message on our dispatch office line at (209) 461-5394.

Client/Facility Transporting Responsibilities
Upon calling for specimen pick-up, please provide the following information to our dispatch center.

  1. Indicate the Facility or Client where the specimen(s) is located.
  2. Indicate the area or station where the specimen(s) is located.
  3. Before the courier arrives to retrieve the specimen(s), all appropriate forms are to be completed by the facility/client.
Include a copy of the patient's insurance identification card for billing purposes.
Place each specimen in a sealed transport bag with a completed requisition form and insurance information. Ensure documents do not have direct contact with the specimen in the event of spillage.

Our maternity team is ready for you.

As a mom-to-be, you have a lot of decisions to make—from choosing the right foods to preparing for your baby’s arrival. Fortunately, Dignity Health Medical Group has a whole team of specialists ready to safely guide and support you throughout your journey. Schedule an appointment today to get personalized care every step of the way.

Quality Control and Accreditation

The laboratory subscribes to national proficiency testing programs from the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and internal quality control samples which are frequently interspersed with patients samples to detect any deviations in accuracy.

The laboratory is also accredited by the College of American Pathologists which is a rigorous peer review of the laboratory’s standards of practice. The California Department of Health Services inspects and certifies HealthCare for Medicare and Medi-Cal testing. The Medical Center based Blood Banking Department subscribes to proficiency testing.

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Meet our team


I value and enjoy the continuity of taking care of women through the issues they may encounter over the stages of a lifetime. I strongly believe that education empowers an individual to be an active participant her health and well-being, and to make informed decisions regarding her care. 

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I prioritize the patient’s health. Patients should be treated with the same dedication and compassion I would invest in those closest to me.

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Primary care that treats your whole family, like family.

With Dignity Health Medical Group in Santa Cruz County, we’re committed to providing comprehensive health care for all stages of life. From prevention and screenings to diagnostics and medical treatment, our primary care doctors and advanced practice providers (APPs) strive to help you live a healthier, happier life by working alongside our Dignity Health specialists, coordinating advanced care when you need it.

Here are some of our services you can rely on:

  • Comprehenstive assessments
  • Diagnostic screenings
  • Geriatrics
  • Immunizations
  • Internal medicine
  • Managing diet and exercise
  • Preventive health screenings
  • Referrals to specialists
  • Virtual visits
  • Wellness exams

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Mission Statement

We are HealthCare Clinical Laboratory, a department of St. Joseph’s Medical Center and a Dignity Health Member. Our multi-disciplinary team consists of:

  • Pathologists, both Clinical and Anatomical
  • Clinical Laboratory Scientists
  • Medical Laboratory Technicians
  • Certified Phlebotomists
  • Couriers
We provide laboratory services throughout the Dignity Health system within the state of California while maintaining our leadership in our own community in the San Joaquin Valley. We strive to provide clients with optimal access to our services while representing the Mission of St. Joseph’s Medical Center and Dignity Health.

We are committed to quality, professionalism and economic success. Standards of high quality will be maintained through concurrent programs such as Quality Improvement Process; retrospective programs including Quality Assurance; accreditation programs through JCAHO, CAP and AABB; and licensure by the State of California. Standards of professionalism will be maintained through education and training. In accordance with this image, the laboratory will promote an orderly and responsible diversified program of growth with an emphasis on innovation and responsiveness to community need.

The mission of HealthCare Clinical Laboratory is accomplished through the process of Quality Improvement. We are guided by the following values:
Respect: We recognize and celebrate the uniqueness of the individual as each contributes their talent to the organization. We treat our customers and each other with dignity.
Compassion: We respect the needs and feelings of our customers and each other.
Excellence: We will strive to achieve personal growth, professional expertise and technical quality. We will develop and share our knowledge with each other, the medical staff and the community at large.
Integrity: We will be honest and fair in all we do, acting in accordance with our education and experience to promote the highest ethical standards.

Vision Statement
HealthCare Clinical Laboratory is a regional leader in the promotion of diversified laboratory services. We are characterized by responsiveness to change and anticipation of opportunity.

Our growth and evolution is represented by the establishment of new relationships, the promotion of community wellness and increased accessibility for our clients.

Expansion of opportunities is achieved through exploration of new markets, new technologies and evaluation of community and corporate needs. Our future will be built with principles of quality and planned cost effectiveness.

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Additional Information

St. Joseph's Medical Center
Clinical Laboratory
1800 N. California Street
Stockton, CA 95204
License Type / Number CA / CDF-00001211 CAP / 2403801 CLIA / 05D0609154

HealthCare Clinical Laboratory
2102 N. California Street
Stockton, CA 95204
License Type / Number CA / CDF-00002633 CAP / 2403803 CLIA / 05D0609125

HCCL at Wever
1805 N California Street, Suite 106
Stockton, CA 95204

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:30pm (Closed 12 to 1 p.m. for lunch)

HCCL at SJMC Main Campus
1800 N California Street
Stockton, CA 95204

Hours of Operation: 24/7

Main Customer Service Number
888.LAB.HCCL
(888) 522-4225
(209) 467-6430

Billing Address
P.O. Box 742330
Los Angeles, CA 90074

Main Fax Number
209.461.5499

Customer Service is available 24 hours a day. All of the following extensions can be reached by calling the customer service number and choosing option 2 (Customer Service).

  • Laboratory Director
  • Medical Director
  • Laboratory and Quality Services Representative
  • LIS Contact
  • Customer Service Supervisor
  • Technical Support Supervisors


LABORATORY DIRECTOR
Michael Jennings, CLS, MT(ASCP)
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MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Jeffrey McDavit, MD
[email protected]

EDUCATION AND QUALITY SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE
Patricia Carreiro, CLS, MT(ASCP), MBA-HM
[email protected]

LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM CONTACT
Melissa Shim
[email protected]

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Juan Avila
[email protected]

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Breana Birmingham,CLS, MT(ASCP)
Point of Care Coordinator
[email protected]

Xenia Bobis, CLS
Hematology/Coagulation Supervisor
[email protected]

Aries Cabuang, CLS
Transfusion Department
[email protected]

Jocelyn Galang, CLS
Microbiology Supervisor
[email protected]

Brittany Nordman, CLS, MT(ASCP), MBA-HM
Chemistry Supervisor
[email protected]

Robert Pajaro, CGMBS, CLSp(MB)
Clinical Molecular Department
[email protected]

Cynthia Quinonez
Support Services Supervisor
[email protected]

Pritesh Patel, CLS, MT(ASCP)
General Laboratory Evening Supervisor
[email protected]

Decidir cómo alimentar a tu bebé es una de las decisiones más importantes para los nuevos padres. En Dignity Health, nuestros médicos, enfermeras y consultoras de lactancia están aquí para ayudarte a conocer las opciones que mejor se adapten a ti y a tu familia. Te brindamos orientación personalizada, y trabajamos contigo para crear un plan de alimentación basado en evidencia actual y en tus necesidades individuales.

Si tu bebé necesita atención avanzada, puedes sentirte tranquila sabiendo que todos los hospitales de Dignity Health en el sur de California cuentan con unidades de cuidados intensivos neonatales (UCIN).

Allí, tu bebé recibirá atención especializada y personalizada de un equipo integral que incluye:

  • Consultoras de lactancia para apoyarte con la alimentación de tu bebé
  • Nutricionistas para atender las necesidades nutricionales de tu recién nacido
  • Terapeutas físicos y ocupacionales para apoyar su movimiento y desarrollo
  • Enfermeras registradas con experiencia en atención neonatal
  • Terapeutas respiratorios para ayudar con sus necesidades respiratorias
  • Trabajadores sociales, capellanes y especialistas en vida infantil para brindar apoyo emocional y familiar
  • Médicos especialistas, como neonatólogos, cardiólogos, neumólogos y neurólogos pediátricos
  • Patólogos del habla y lenguaje para apoyar la alimentación y la deglución
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