Projects & Initiatives

Westman Laboratory Redevelopment
Westman Laboratory is an important reference lab for Manitoba and an important part of DSM’s provincial diagnostic network. A redevelopment project is underway to renovate and expand current lab space and better position Westman Lab to manage the high volume of testing that is performed at the facility. Read More and view Photo Gallery

Continuous Improvement
Process improvement initiatives are essential to improve workflow and create high quality test results. DSM has successfully reduced Turn Around Times for various tests and achieved operational efficiencies by undertaking Lean/Sigma initiatives. Read More

Alternative Models of Service
DSM supports the use of alternative models of service in order to improve result turn around time and overall service delivery to our patients. Read More

Laboratory Information System – LIS
A provincial laboratory information system is a critical success factor for DSM. With most Winnipeg sites on the Delphic LIS, Provincial LIS planning is now underway to integrate all DSM Laboratories across the province. Read More

Accreditation of DSM Facilities
Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging accreditation is an external review and measurement of DSM’s success in meeting national and international laboratory standards and safety regulations. Read More

Provincial RIS/PACS Project
DSM is a partner in the provincial RIS/PACS Project and continues to work toward delivering a provincial Radiology Information System (RIS) and a Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) throughout Manitoba via a collaborative partnership of Manitoba Health, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, Diagnostic Services of Manitoba and Brandon Regional Health Authority. Read More

Workforce Planning
DSM takes a multi-pronged approach in managing the human resources aspect of Manitoba’s diagnostic services. Read More