Robert Best
Senior Technical Director and Discipline Director, Cytogeneticsr, at Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings | Durham, North Carolina, United States
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Robert Best currently serves as the Senior Technical Director and Discipline Director for Cytogenetics at Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings (LabCorp), where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the company's clinical laboratory genetics and genomics services. In this leadership capacity, Robert oversees the development and implementation of cutting-edge cytogenetic testing protocols, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and compliance within a complex, high-volume diagnostic environment. His expertise spans a broad spectrum of medical genetics, including clinical cytogenomics, neural tube defect screening, and laboratory genetics & genomics, positioning him as a key driver of innovation in genetic testing methodologies.
Throughout his tenure, Robert has led numerous key projects aimed at expanding the laboratory’s capabilities in next-generation sequencing, chromosomal microarray analysis, and bioethical considerations in genetic testing. His strategic approach integrates research and scholarship with practical laboratory operations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and scientific excellence. Robert’s background in medical education and faculty governance informs his commitment to training the next generation of geneticists and laboratory professionals, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and ethical practice in genetics and genomics.
With a strong foundation in research, higher education, and clinical research, Robert is also deeply involved in developing educational initiatives that enhance understanding of genetic disorders such as cancer and neural tube defects. His expertise in leadership development, faculty governance, and student mentoring underscores his dedication to advancing the field of clinical laboratory genetics and genomics. By leveraging his skills in strategy, medical genetics, and bioethics, Robert Best continues to shape innovative diagnostic solutions that improve patient outcomes and contribute to the evolving landscape of personalized medicine.
Senior Technical Director and Discipline Director, Cytogeneticsr, at Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings in December 2022 to Present
Distinguished Professor Emeritus - Medical Genomics at University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville in January 2023 to Present
Interim Chief Executive Officer at ACMG - American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics in October 2022 to April 2023
Distinguished Professor at University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville in October 2022 to January 2023
Professor at University of South Carolina School of Medicine in August 1986 to October 2022
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs & Professional Development at University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville/Prisma Health in July 2018 to December 2020
Associate Dean of Administrative & Faculty Affairs at University of South Carolina, School of Medicine - Greenville/Prisma Health Upstate (formerly GHS) in July 2011 to July 2018
Interim Chair, Department of Biomedical Sciences at University of South Carolina SOM Greenville in August 2013 to September 2014
Professor & Director, Division of Clinical Genetics & Molecular Medicine at University of South Carolina in January 1986 to January 2012
Faculty Senate Chair [1 yr Chair-Elect; 1 yr Past-Chair] at University of South Carolina School of Medicine in August 2006 to August 2010
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North Carolina State University, PhD, September 1983 to September 1987
North Carolina State University, MS, September 1981 to September 1983
Lehigh University, BS, September 1977 to September 1981
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Research & Scholarship
Faculty Governance
Educational Leadership
Leadership Development
budget & fiscal management
Team Leadership
Strategy
Communication
Bioethics
Genetics
Teaching
Counseling
Research
Higher Education
Public Speaking
Student Development
Medical Genetics
Cytogenetics
Student Affairs
Medicine
Lifesciences
Molecular Genetics
Statistics
Science
Curriculum Development
Public Health
Molecular Biology
Psychotherapy
Medical Education
Lecturing
Grant Writing
Clinical Research
University Teaching
Healthcare
Cancer
Academic Advising
PCR
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Translational Research
Neuroscience
Genomics
Epidemiology
Cell Culture
Cancer Research
Life Sciences
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Email Robert Best at [email protected] and [email protected]. This email is the most updated Robert Best's email found in 2026.
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To contact Robert Best send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]. (updated on May 26, 2025)
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Robert Best works for Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings
What is Robert Best's role at Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings?
Robert Best is Senior Technical Director and Discipline Director, Cytogeneticsr,
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Robert Best's phone (704) ***-*178
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