Our Company
To become the leader in allergy skin testing products, Lincoln Diagnostics' state-of-the-art production facilities and personalized customer service combine to give you the high quality you demand and the support you need. In fact, when you order from us, you will receive the finest skin testing devices available. And when you call for service, you will be greeted by a person—not a machine—who will quickly provide the help you want.
Our History
For 30 years, Lincoln Diagnostics has been revolutionizing the skin testing industry. It started in 1978 with the introduction of its patented Multi-Test® multiple skin test applicator—the industry's first plastic disposable testing device.
Now the leader in allergy skin testing, Lincoln Diagnostics manufactures the Multi-Test, Multi-Test® II, Duotip-Test®, and the new Duotip-Test® II. Lincoln products are used extensively at hospitals, private clinics, and teaching institutions all over the United States.
Commitment to Quality
We are completely committed to producing allergy skin testing devices of the highest quality and effectiveness to meet or exceed customer requirements. To maintain this total commitment to quality, we've put procedures, controls, and processes in place that ensure the manufacture of high-quality products.
ISO Certification
Lincoln Diagnostics is ISO 13485: 2003 certified in the design and manufacture of disposable allergy skin test devices.
Key Personnel
GARY L. HEIN - FOUNDER, BOARD CHAIRMAN AND CEO
As founder and CEO of Lincoln Diagnostics, Gary Hein provides vision and guides the company's product development, sales and marketing efforts and strategic planning. His leadership quickly established and continues to maintain Lincoln Diagnostics' position as the premier provider of allergy skin testing products in the United States. Prior to founding Lincoln Diagnostics, Gary was President and CEO of Lincoln Laboratories, until it was purchased by Institut Merieux of France. His collaboration with Institut Merieux, developing novel patented products for Smallpox vaccination, Tuberculin skin testing and testing for cell-mediated immunity, provided a solid foundation for Lincoln Diagnostics' entry into the field of allergy. Gary holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois, has served on the Board of Trustees at Millikin University in Decatur and has provided endowed scholarships at both universities.
DOUGLAS S. HEIN - PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
As President and Chief Operating Officer, Doug Hein provides critical business analysis and works to develop long-term goals and strategic planning, while ensuring that the day-to-day operations run smoothly to support these goals. Doug also overseas regulatory compliance and has provided the driving force for Lincoln Diagnostics to achieve and maintain its ISO 13485 and CE certifications. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Millikin University, Doug brings to the company his technical insight and expertise, analytic skills and problem-solving abilities. Prior to joining Lincoln Diagnostics in 1997, Doug held significant positions at Quill Corporation and Underwriters Laboratories designing and implementing key database systems, while gaining valuable understanding of business systems and processes.
JOHN J. LENSKI - VICE PRESIDENT MARKETING AND SALES
John Lenski combines his many years of allergy sales experience, technical knowledge of Lincoln's products, and his winning personality to achieve the company's sales and marketing objectives. To this end, John is the person that one will most likely encounter at allergy conferences, physician offices, hospital clinics and university fellowship programs, making certain that every customer has what they need for their operation to be effective and efficient. Prior to joining Lincoln Diagnostics in 1999, John was the National Sales Manager for Allergy Laboratories, Inc. and the Western Regional Manager for Antigen Laboratories. John holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Illinois State University. His long history in the field of allergy and as an allergy patient brings a wealth of experience to help both new and experienced medical staff. John is a member of the AAAAI and ISAAI.
JOSEPH A. DUGGER - PRODUCTION MANAGER
As Production Manager, Joe Dugger performs behind the scenes to organize and coordinate the company's production resources, services and personnel, so that Lincoln Diagnostics' customers are assured of an uninterrupted supply of vital goods. Joe makes sure that Lincoln's products and processes adhere to stringent quality control requirements, resulting in the most widely used allergy skin test products in the US. He also ensures that products conform to the requirements of FDA, ISO, CE and other applicable regulations and standards. Before joining Lincoln Diagnostics in 2000, Joe served in the United States Navy, worked for General Dynamics, and then relocated back to Illinois, where he was involved in manufacturing and quality control. Joe graduated with honors from Southern Illinois University, receiving his Bachelor of Science in Aviation Management.