Honor Society® member
Regina Yancey
Cytogenetics/FISH Technologist at PAML/Labcorp - Spokane, WA
- Washington State University
- Nutrition and Exercise Physiology
- Class of 2024
- USA
Member since January 2023
About
I am an ASCP certified Cytogenetic Technologist. I have six years of experience performing fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and 10+ years of laboratory experience performing molecular and cytogenetic tests that contain a complex network of steps and variables, where independent judgment and interpretation are required. I am very detailed-oriented and committed to exceptional patient care.
I recently left my job to go back to school to become a dietitian.
I am most interested in holistic nutrition and food as preventative medicine. I am also fascinated by the link between diet and autoimmune diseases. I am currently a student in WSU’s Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (BS NEP) program.
Education
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Eastern Washington University
BS in Biology (Biochemistry/Biotechnology)
2001 – 2008
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Eastern Washington University
BS in Chemistry (Biochemistry/Biotechnology)
2001 – 2008
Honors and awards
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Graduated summa cum laude
Eastern Washington University (2008), GPA 3.95
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Outstanding Biology Graduate
Eastern Washington University (2008)
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Outstanding Graduate in Chemistry and Biochemistry
Eastern Washington University (2008)
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Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry
Eastern Washington University (2006)
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J. Herman & Jean Swartz Biotechnology Scholarship Recipient
Eastern Washington University (2005-2007)
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My long-term goal as a dietitian is to work with a small practice, ideally with a holistic, integrated approach to health and wellbeing incorporating aspects such as diet, exercise, chiropractic, and mental health into treatment plans. I would also love to partner with local food banks to provide cooking classes and the opportunity for increased nutrition for families with limited resources.
- Graduate school interests
After completing the BS NEP program, I intend to pursue either the Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics, Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (MS CPD) or a Master of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (MS NEP) at WSU.
- Outside the classroom
Competitive equestrian vaulting (gymnastics on horseback), hiking, camping, and bike riding with my husband and two daughters, and gardening
Experience
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Cytogenetics/FISH Technologist
PAML/Labcorp - Spokane, WA
Jul 2015 – Nov 2021
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Cytogenetic Technologist/Case Manager
Signature Genomics/PerkinElmer - Spokane, WA
Sep 2013 – Jun 2014
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Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Signature Genomics/PerkinElmer - Spokane, WA
Feb 2010 – Sep 2013
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Research & Development Associate I
Signature Genomic Laboratories, LLC - Spokane, WA
Aug 2008 – Feb 2010
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Ballroom Dance Instructor
Spokane Dance Company - Spokane, WA
Mar 2005 – Jul 2009
Volunteering
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Nutrition Ambassador/Class Assistant
The Kitchen - 2nd Harvest
Jan 2023
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
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