Northern Light Mercy Laboratory

NorDx is a nonprofit regional laboratory under MaineHealth that provides comprehensive, cost-effective lab services to hospitals, physician practices, post-acute care, managed care organizations, and employer groups across the Northeast. Headquartered in Scarborough, Maine (HQ: 301A US Route 1, Scarborough, ME 04074), NorDx employs about 168 people and operates three offices (two in the United States—Scarborough, ME; one in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada). The organization emphasizes high-quality, innovative laboratory services and strong customer support. Key points relevant to MaineHealth Laboratory Services in Portland: - NorDx collaborates with MaineHealth and other regional partners to deliver diagnostic lab services, including operations related to Maine Medical Center’s Portland area. - Leadership transition: Kelly (Gagne) Brown appointed Director of Laboratory Operations for Maine Medical Center’s Portland and surrounding sites, indicating an ongoing integration of NorDx services with MaineHealth facilities in Portland. - Notable advances: NorDx announced a milestone in Jan 2026 for implementing fully automated tissue trimming and sectioning in anatomic pathology, reflecting a focus on advanced, efficient diagnostics. Contact and access: - General inquiries: nordx_account_managers@mainehealth.org - Phone: 800-773-5814 or 207-396-7830 - Website: mainehealth.org/nordx Why this matters for MaineHealth Laboratory Services in Portland: - NorDx serves as a key regional lab partner within the MaineHealth network, supporting diagnostic services for Portland and affiliated facilities. - The leadership transition and imaging/pathology automation updates signal enhanced capabilities and closer integration with MaineHealth’s Portland operations.