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PHOTOS © TOBI WEST, ZANTEEN PHOTOGRAPHY in Hays, KS. It began operating as a regional lab in 1978, chang- ing its name to Hays Pathology Laboratories, PA. The name was offi cially changed to Kansas Pathology Consultants, a division of Hays Pathology Laboratories, PA in 1996. Since its founding in 1996, Kansas Pathology Consultants P.A. has not only been providing quality services, but also a wider range of choices for physicians and their patients. “One of the things that sets us apart is that we are the oldest accredited independent anatomic pathology laboratory in Wichita,” explains Ward M. Newcomb, M.D., FCAP, staff pathologist and President of Kansas Pathology Consultants P.A. “There are no constraints, restrictions or boundaries to providing care, which is a huge advantage to physicians and their patients.” Dr. Newcomb is certifi ed by the American Board of Pathology in anatomical, clinical and radioisotope pathology. He has served as secretary-treasurer, vice president and president of the Kansas Medical Society and is former chief of staff at Hadley Regional Medical Center, St. Anthony Hospital. At the Heart of Health Care The quality of pathology services available in an area lies at the heart of the quality and effi cacy of services physicians and health care facilities are able to provide. “We emphasize quality of service and being very accessible to physician calls, even after hours. Physicians need fast and accurate turnaround times. I am proud to say, our support staff takes very seriously,” comments Mary L. Nielsen, M.D., FCAP, Medical Director of Kansas Pathology Consultants P.A. “We have T2000 ThinPrep processors Cutting tissue blocks at the microtome an extraordinary group that understands the unique needs and physician preferences of those with whom we work.” Dr. Nielsen, who is certified by the American Board of