Type Of Business:
Medical center
Expertise:
Hematology; Bone marrow; Cell identification
Major Product/SVS:
Health care
Hobbies/Sports:
Cats; Camping; Wine tasting
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Zoology, Western Illinois University, with Honors (1976)
Place of Birth:
Springfield
State/Country of Origin:
IL/USA
Date of Distinction:
8/30/2011
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
She stands out because she gets along with others well, she enjoys teaching her co-workers anything she knows that they don't fully understand, and she also enjoys teaching the students.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
The highlight of her career was being named Instructor of the Year four straight years by the students at Sangamon State University, now the University of Illinois.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to have the respect of her peers.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
She would like to overcome hunger for animals and people around the world.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
She would like to have lunch with actress Angelina Jolie because of what Jolie has done for children in other countries. Ms. Saccaro would love to do the same.
Charity:
Best Friends; DELTA Rescue
Number Of Years In Profession:
34
Number Of Years In Current Position:
27
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her perseverance and the positive professional relationships she has established with her superiors.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her interest in medicine.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Saccaro has been consulting in hematology for the Springfield Clinic since 1996 and has been teaching clinical hematology at the University of Illinois, Springfield, since 1984.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Supervising all hematology laboratory operations; Overseeing the maintenance of medical instruments; Supervising nine employees; Handling issues for a 500-bed facility; Assisting in bone marrow procedures; Acting as clinical supervisor for students in her program; Mentoring; Advising
Education Certifications:
Certified Aromatherapist (1994); Certified Specialist in Hematology(1985); Certification in Medical Technology, American Society for Clinical Pathology (1977); Certified Biologist
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Saccaro intends to conduct more work with aromatherapy.