I have been doing phlebotomy for several years and I want to share with you what I have done to become better at what I do. Phlebotomy is more than just drawing blood from a person. It involves the...

A blood draw is a simple procedure. Though simple, it is the last thing some people want to experience. For some, it is not at all scary, they will look at the entire procedure.  For some...

Have you gotten your blood drawn? I have! Actually, I have done it several times. I have even attempted to stick my own vein :D. That’s how comfortable I am with needles.  Getting your...

Over the years I have drawn blood from many older patients, learning tips and techniques along the way in dealing with them and drawing blood from them. The elderly need special care and attention...

Getting a child through a blood draw can be difficult for a parent. I have drawn blood from children who fought to stay stable and from others who were comfortable enough to do the procedure alone...

I have resorted to the back of the hand on many occasions when drawing blood. It is my second choice. I usually find myself looking at hand veins when I cannot find a vein in the antecubital...