Her Story
About Soniya
Soniya Chalise Dangal is a Senior Medical Technologist at Gift of Life Marrow Registry in Boca Raton, Florida, where she plays a vital role in supporting life-saving hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Working at the intersection of laboratory science and patient care, she is responsible for the processing, quality assessment, and preparation of stem cell products collected from volunteer donors for patients battling blood cancers and inherited blood disorders around the world.
Her expertise includes performing advanced laboratory testing using flow cytometry to evaluate stem cell collections, ensuring products meet rigorous quality standards, and coordinating the processing and timely shipment of transplant-ready stem cell products to transplant centers within critical timeframes. Through precision, scientific excellence, and unwavering attention to detail, Soniya helps ensure that every stem cell product has the greatest potential to save a life.
With more than nine years of experience in medical laboratory science, Soniya has built a career defined by technical excellence, leadership, and compassion. Every position she has held has deepened her commitment to patient care, but her role at Gift of Life Marrow Registry has given her work an even greater sense of purpose. While much of laboratory medicine takes place behind the scenes, she believes its impact is profound; providing hope, healing, and second chances to patients and their families. Soniya earned her Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology from Pokhara University, Nepal, in 2017. She is certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and holds a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor License from the State of Florida. Throughout her career, she has served in supervisory roles and has been recognized for both academic and professional excellence. She is passionate about advancing laboratory quality, supporting innovation in transplantation medicine, and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals. For Soniya, healthcare is more than a profession; it is a purpose. She is proud to contribute to a mission where scientific expertise directly translates into hope, healing, and the opportunity for patients across the globe to receive a second chance at life.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Soniya
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to consistency, resilience, and a willingness to keep learning. Every challenge has been an opportunity to grow, and I’ve never been afraid to step outside my comfort zone. I believe success isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing up every day with purpose, adapting to change, and staying committed to your goals while lifting others along the way.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best advice I’ve received from my supervisor is: ‘Be known for your value, not just your title.’ Titles may change, but your character, work ethic, and the impact you make will always define your career. That advice has encouraged me to focus on continuous learning, solving problems, and creating meaningful results wherever I work.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Believe in your abilities before anyone else does. Build strong relationships, seek mentors, stay curious, and never stop learning. Most importantly, don’t compare your journey to someone else’s. Your unique perspective is your greatest strength. Be confident enough to use your voice and humble enough to keep learning. Ask questions, embrace feedback, and don’t be afraid to take calculated risks. Build a strong support network and remember that every successful woman once started exactly where you are today.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
In laboratory medicine, one of the biggest opportunities is the rapid pace of innovation and technology, which is transforming the way we work and create value. As technology continues to advance, there’s also a tremendous opportunity to innovate, embrace automation, and improve patient outcomes. I believe our profession will continue to play an even greater role in shaping the future of healthcare, and it’s exciting to be part of that journey.
At the same time, staying adaptable and continuously upskilling is a challenge because industries evolve so quickly. I see this as an exciting opportunity to embrace lifelong learning, encourage diversity of thought, and create solutions that have a meaningful impact on people and communities.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, empathy, and excellence are the values that guide me. I believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, treating people with respect and kindness, and always striving to deliver my best. I also value balance because success is most meaningful when it comes alongside strong relationships, good health, and personal growth.
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