Quest Diagnostics

The Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute is a part of Quest Diagnostics, which is one of the world s leading health care centers. Founded in 1971, the institute specializes in laboratory testing services. It serves a variety of patients, physicians and employers, as well as government facilities. The Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute also provides the Academic Associates program, which offers research and development services for various issues related to health care problems. Its Biotechnology Affairs program provides access to the discovery power of biotechnology companies. The institute maintains a staff of scientific experts, medical practitioners, physicians and technical consultants. Its clients include the Department of Defense, Veterans Administration hospitals and the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute maintains one of its locations in San Juan Capistrano, Calif.