Best IAHCSMM Sterile Processing Podcasts (2025)

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Process THIS! December 2025 Special Episode: The HSPA Foundation 20:08

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The HSPA Season of Giving is here! To help advance patient safety, the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association established the HSPA Foundation in 2016. Dedicated Sterile Processing (SP) professionals commit to continuing education and professional development to remain focused on doing what’s right in the name of patient safety—for every instrume…

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Season 19 Rewind - Tiny Lives, Tiny Instruments: The Pediatric Perspective 38:34

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Season 31 of Beyond Clean will Launch on January 5th, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy a few of our favorite episodes from Season 19! When tiny lives are in the operating room, the superhero partnership between sterile processing and pediatric surgery makes a truly lifelong difference. On this Season 19 episode of "The Surgeons We Serve," a seas…

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Sterile Horizons - Inspection Ready: Preparing Your ASC for Surveys 30:27

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Accreditation surveys don't start when the clipboard walks in—they start with your culture, your training, and your daily workflows. In this series finale of "Sterile Horizons," host Bobby Parker talks with Jenny Manderino, Senior Director of Accreditation Services at LifeCare Health, to break down what it really takes to stay inspection-ready in a…

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Tray Command - ASHRAE 43 & Sterile Processing: Managing Your Sterile Storage Environment 33:55

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The temp spikes. The humidity climbs. Your sterile storage alarms go off—now what? In this episode of Beyond Clean's Tray Command, we sit down with Senior Infection Preventionist Stephen Rusbarsky to explore the brand-new ASHRAE 43 guideline and what it means for Sterile Processing. Stephen breaks down what changes, what stays the same, and how thi…

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Sterile Horizons - Sterility Assurance in ASCs: Tools & Techniques 33:45

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In the fast-paced world of ASCs, sterility assurance isn't just a priority—it's non-negotiable. But what does getting it right actually look like? In this episode of "Sterile Horizons," we're joined by clinical compliance expert, Sharon Greene Golden, for an honest look at the tools, techniques, and team habits that help SPDs stay on track. From wa…

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Tray Command - Cart Before the Scalpel: The Accuracy That Drives Surgery 36:57

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Every successful surgery starts with a perfectly assembled case cart. But what happens when the next cart rolling into the OR is missing a critical supply or instrument? This week, we're joined by Courtney Kleeb, Senior Director of Perioperative Surgical Solutions at HealthTrust Performance Group, for a deep dive into what really drives case cart s…

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At the Tip of Safety: Sustainable Solutions for Instrument Protection 38:23

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Better protection. Less waste. Could your instrument tip protectors really do both? On this special Beyond Clean and Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we're joined by Gabrielle Kelly and Kristi Schelhaas, Co-Founders of Raine Medical, to explore their S.A.F.E.R. approach to instrument protection. Learn how their PVC-free, recyclabl…

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Process THIS! Episode 138: AAMI Update

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For more than 50 years, the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) has helped healthcare professionals define best practices for employees, equipment and patients. AAMI standards are written through careful debate and consensus. They inform the way we work and are our guideposts for protecting patient safety. Staying up t…

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Sterile Horizons - Running on Empty: The Inventory Crunch in ASCs 30:23

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When trays are turning fast and supplies are running low, it's not just the shelves that feel the strain—it's also your staff. In this episode of "Sterile Horizons," we sit down with Bobbie Gaskins to talk candidly about what it takes to keep Sterile Processing departments running in lean ASC environments. From building smarter vendor partnerships …

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Tray Command - Break Glass in Case of Surgery: Managing Emergency Carts in SPD 6:13

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You're in the middle of a normal day, and suddenly an emergency case is called. Your team reaches for the emergency cart… and that's when it hits you: something's missing. It's a scenario every SPD and OR team dreads—and one that longtime OR/SPD leader David Taylor has seen more than once in his career. In this episode of Beyond Clean's Tray Comman…

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Sterile Horizons - Beyond the Hospital: Unique Sterilization Challenges in ASCs 30:44

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Think an ASC should operate like a mini hospital? Think again! In this episode of "Sterile Horizons," industry powerhouse Monique Jelks joins host Bobby Parker to set the record straight on the real-world challenges of sterilization in Ambulatory Surgery Centers. From limited space and lean staffing to overlooked training gaps, Monique brings her s…

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Tray Command - Recall Ready? Exploring the Logistics of Sterilization Failures 35:14

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It's 3rd shift on a Saturday, the BI fails—is your team prepared for what happens next? In this episode of Tray Command, we're joined by Sandra Hilliard to talk through the policies, workflows, and clear decision pathways every SPD needs before a recall alarm hits. From identifying true root causes to determining whether you're looking at a one-loa…

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Process This! Episode 137: A Technician’s Experience on a Mercy Ships Mission

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Since 1978, the Mercy Ships organization has served patients in parts of the world where medical resources are difficult to access. In that time, Mercy Ships doctors, nurses and technicians, all volunteers, have performed more than 100,000 surgeries with their fleet of state-of-the-art floating hospitals. In this meaningful episode, host Jon Wood s…

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Sterile Horizons - Lean ASC: Designing for Efficiency & Safety 31:03

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What does it really take to build an ASC Sterile Processing department that runs lean and safe? In this premiere episode of our new podcast series "Sterile Horizons," we're joined by longtime industry consultant David Jagrosse to explore the core principles behind ASCs that work smarter—not harder. From eliminating waste to improving team flow and …

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Tray Command - Freight Expectations: Lessons Learned from Off-Site Transport 36:25

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What does it really take to move surgical instruments safely and efficiently across town—and back—every single day? In this episode of Beyond Clean's Tray Command, we sit down with Lila Price, Interim Sterile Processing Leader, for a deep dive into the logistics, leadership, and lessons behind off-site sterilization. From courier education and cont…

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Tray Command - Yours, Mine, or Ours? The Complex Web of Loaner Logistics 36:40

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Every #CleanFreak knows the sound—the rattle of a cart rolling into decontam, stacked high with trays just before your shift ends. (You can hear it now, can't you?) But what does it take to get those trays there in the first place? On this week's episode of Beyond Clean's Tray Command, we're joined by orthopedic distributor Kris Jones for a behind-…

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Process This! Episode 136: HSPA Chapter Resource Roundup 38:18

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HSPA Chapter Resource Roundup With more than 50 chapters across the country and around the world, HSPA’s affiliated chapter system is available as a local resource to support our Sterile Processing (SP) professionals, wherever they may be. Active participation in a regional chapter offers relationship building and networking, professional developme…

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Tray Command - At Arm's Length: The Case for Keeping Sterile Instruments Close 39:06

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When seconds matter, where your instruments are stored can make all the difference. On this episode of Beyond Clean's "Tray Command," Bobby Parker and guest co-host Angela Benson sit down with OR Nurse and First Case Podcast co-host Melanie Perry for a candid look at what happens when critical instruments are stored too far from the OR. From sub-st…

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Tray Command - Thank You for Calling SPD: Long Live Customer Service 38:49

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What if the biggest game-changer for your Sterile Processing department wasn't a new piece of equipment—but a new approach to customer service? In this Season 30 premiere episode of Beyond Clean's "Tray Command," we're kicking things off with a familiar voice: Beyond Clean's Hank Balch, returning to the studio for a powerful conversation on custome…

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Non-Stop Compliance: Staying Ahead of Industry Standards with Best Practices and Assessments 56:45

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Compliance doesn't have to be complicated! In this Beyond Clean special release podcast episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, Jill Holdsworth, Richard Bancroft, and Hank Balch reveal how tracking systems, competency management, and strategic assessments can take your department from "checking the boxes" to becoming a compliance powerhouse. Whether y…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Bioburden & Beyond: Global Insights in Sterile Processing 28:52

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What do borders, bioburden, and best practices have in common? According to René Vis, they all impact how we #FightDirty around the world. In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by René Vis, International Product Line Manager for Steam Sterilizers at Steelco, to explore the global fight against infection—and why understanding the "why…

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Sustaining Sterile Processing Success: Building a Legacy of Crowning Achievements 57:53

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Successful Sterile Processing departments don't happen by accident—they're built through intentional leadership, strategic planning, and strong professional networks. In this Beyond Clean special podcast release episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, Yves Theodule, Karen Owens, and Hank Balch share their journeys and insights on developing SPD talent…

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Process This! Episode 135: Lean SPD 33:04

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The concept of Lean has been around for many years. What started as a manufacturing concept has been embraced by healthcare as an effective system to increase efficiency while maintaining quality in patient care. However, if its goals and mechanics are not properly understood, Lean can be applied ineffectively, causing an erosion in the confidence …

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Beyond Clean Canada: The Pod That Changed the Process: Efficiency, Ergonomics & Innovation 29:57

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What if one device could change everything about how we process surgical instruments? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we welcome Robert Turbett, Co-Founder of Turbett Surgical, to share the story behind the Instrument Pod—a rigid container system that's redefining efficiency, safety, and sustainability in Sterile Processing. Rob shares how …

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Up for Change: Renovations, Centralization, and New Department Solutions 57:00

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Is your SPD facing a major renovation? Join Jenny Bennett, Mark Munroe, and Bobby Parker in this Beyond Clean special podcast release episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, for your ultimate survival guide to department transformations you won't want to miss. Our renovation veterans will share real-world strategies for maintaining operations during c…

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Process This! Episode 134: Clarifying Water Treatment Methods 25:22

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The quality of our water varies dramatically—by location, season and source—and the presence of impurities can have a significant impact on all aspects of instrument processing. For the safety of our patients, healthcare professionals must be knowledgeable about water types and their uses. As stewards of our facility’s resources, we must understand…

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Cut the Clutter: Rethinking Vendor Tray Efficiency with EZ-TRAX™ 37:44

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Fewer trays. Better workflows. Could it really be that simple? On this Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, Kyle Kemp, National Director of Business Development at ONE TRAY®/IST, shares how healthcare facilities are reducing vendor tray volumes without compromising surgical case integrity. From streamlining orthopedic sets to massive savings in time, sp…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Breaking the Mold: Insights & Innovation from the Frontline 35:09

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Get ready to stir that pot, #CanadianCleanFreaks—because Jessie Lopez is joining the conversation to shake things up! On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey and Barry sit down with Jessie to unpack his journey from veterinary tech to surgical tech to one of the most outspoken voices in Sterile Processing. Jessie pulls back the curtain on th…

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ASC Answers! Scaling Reprocessing Excellence Amidst Complexity 1:00:01

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Calling all #CleanFreaks! Is your SPD keeping pace with your ASC's rising surgical volumes? In this Beyond Clean special podcast release episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, Madeleine Lamont, Dawn Pfeiffer, and Bobby Parker dive into real-world solutions for your ASC's biggest challenges. From staffing realities and space constraints to managing gr…

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Beyond Clean Canada: From Burnout to Breakthrough: Passion, Purpose, & the Power of Podcasting 33:14

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What happens when burnout meets a breakthrough? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by veteran Sterile Processing professional and host of the 'Sterilization Station' podcast, Bill Rishell, for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding purpose through a career in Sterile Processing. From sneaking onto his f…

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Process This! Episode 133: Cybersecurity Concerns in Healthcare

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Like every business, healthcare systems are vulnerable to cyberattack in all of its many forms. For those in healthcare, however, the security of the information we access has special significance. Healthcare systems keep detailed records of patients’ medical diagnoses, test results, payment methods and insurance providers. Information of this natu…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Better by Design: Ergonomics, Innovation, & the Future of MDR 31:15

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What if your department's sinks were built with you—and your workflows—in mind? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by Doug Brown from Torvan Medical to explore how smarter design is solving everyday pain points in decontam workspaces. From beveled-edge sinks that help reduce wrist, shoulder, and back fatigue to the latest in autom…

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Planet Assembly - Don't Fear the Repair: Empowering SPD Assembly to Act Early 34:49

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What does your repair bin say about your department's inspection process? This week, we sit down with Joseph Martin, Sterile Processing Manager at UCHealth, to talk about building a culture of repair in assembly. With over a decade of SPD experience as a technician, educator, and leader, Joseph shares how shifting repair from reaction to prevention…

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StreetClothes: The Surfer 50:42

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On this episode of StreetClothes, we speak with a clinician with a passion for chasing waves and finding rhythm in the ocean's tide. From early-morning paddles to the rush of a perfect swell, this surfer blends patience, balance, and energy into every ride. Tune in to hear how Eric Price paddles past the daily grind and chases the thrill of the wav…

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Beyond Clean Canada - Confidence, Certification, & the Future of SPD 32:06

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What do confidence, certification, and career growth have in common? According to Sarah B. Cruz, just about everything! On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, she joins Stacey and Barry for a conversation that's all about leadership, growth, and the future of the profession. As founder of PreceptCo, Sarah shares her journey from frontline tech to …

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Planet Assembly - What You Can't See CAN Hurt You: Inside the Lumens 2.0 Study 35:39

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What happens when you take a closer look inside your lumened instruments? According to the Unseen Threats: Lumens 2.0 study, every instrument told the same story: 100% contamination. On this episode of Beyond Clean, study co-author Brandon Gantt reveals what his team found hiding inside devices once believed to be clean. Rust, residues, and debris …

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Process This! Episode 132: The WHY of Perioperative Compliance

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What we do as a perioperative team matters. Day and night, 365 days a year, we save, heal and improve the wellbeing of our patients. In the Sterile Processing department (SPD), compliance with evidence- and consensus-based standards and guidelines, as well as government regulations, is of crucial importance to our work and patient safety. In episod…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Steam, Pipes, & Patient Safety: Water Quality Explained 26:38

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Water, water everywhere—but is it safe for sterilization? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by water-quality expert Jeffrey Paquet, President and CEO of VERDA™ Water Quality Systems, to reveal what's hiding in your SPD's pipes, what it means for patient safety, and how new standards are changing the way facilities think about wat…

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Planet Assembly - Tunes in the Trenches: Is Music An Essential Part of SPD Assembly? 36:00

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Earbuds, the radio, or silence on the floor—every SPD has its own beat. What's yours? On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Assembly, we're joined by SPD veterans Elizabeth Bell and Tracy Raymond for a friendly but passionate debate over one of the most talked-about topics in our industry: music in assembly! This duo shares how their contrasting…

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StreetClothes: The Hairdresser 44:29

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On this episode of StreetClothes, we speak with a healthcare professional whose passion for style and connection comes to life behind the salon chair. From precision cuts to perfect color blends, this licensed cosmetologist blends artistry and care into every look she creates. Tune in to hear how Dr.Raynetta Stansil brings her signature style to he…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Sealing the Standard: Containers, Compliance & What Comes Next 33:15

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Welcome back, #CanadianCleanFreaks! We're kicking off Season 2 with a deep dive into rigid containers—and the standards that keep contamination out and surgical trays in play. In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by Derek McLennan from Trudell Healthcare Solutions to unpack the realities of container use across the country. From sus…

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Planet Assembly - Proof in the Process: How One SPD Cut Tray Errors with Audits 35:58

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Every SPD tech knows the feeling: the tray wasn't right, and now everything's running behind. But what if one small check could stop the chaos before it begins? On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Assembly, we're joined by Dr. Timothy Hurtado and Tori Ruiz, the dynamic duo behind the first-place HSPA poster presentation that tackled tray defec…

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Process This! Episode 131: Consequences of Difficult-to-Clean Instruments 23:34

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All surgical instruments take effort to render clean and sterile, but some instruments by their design are more difficult to clean than others. Narrow channels, long lumens and tight tolerances challenge our decontamination professionals to remove soil and reduce the incidence of bioburden. In episode 131, host Casey Czarnowski speaks with Noah Roi…

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Planet Assembly - That's a Wrap! The Science & Practice of Surgical Wrap 33:05

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Tears, holes, and mystery micro-leaks—if wrap issues are slowing down your workflows, it might be time to understand what's really going on with your surgical wrap. On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Assembly, Sade Brown, PhD, Research & Development Engineer at Owens & Minor, breaks down the science, design, and vulnerabilities that could be …

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StreetClothes: The Mixologist 42:11

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On this episode of StreetClothes, we speak with a clinician with a passion for serving up something smooth, stirred, and served straight up with a twist. From experimenting with unexpected ingredients to selecting the perfect glassware, this mixologist blends flavor and creativity into every cocktail she creates. Tune in to hear how Lindsey Joyce s…

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Planet Assembly - Counting on Accuracy: The Power of a Well-Built Count Sheet 36:14

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Why do some trays come together like a perfect puzzle, while others feel like a never-ending scavenger hunt for missing instruments? This week, we're joined by Jake McHugh, Clinical Education and Training Specialist with Agiliti, to dive deep into how count sheets can make or break your assembly workflows. From the frustration of vague descriptions…

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Process This! Episode 130: Tips for Loaned Tray Management

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Managing loaned instrument sets presents difficulties for even the most organized Sterile Processing departments (SPDs). Hospitals and surgery centers with high procedural volume as well as those performing cutting-edge surgeries may see their loaned tray volume eclipse their regular workload at times! In episode 130, host Casey Czarnowski speaks w…

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Planet Assembly - Fast Track or Fault Line? Balancing Assembly Velocity with Vigilance 36:23

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Which is more important in assembly: speed or safety? Quality or quantity? On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Assembly, we sit down with Lindell Handy, a seasoned Sterile Processing traveler who's just about seen it all. From crushing productivity demands to stepping into departments with a whole different set of pressures, Lindell breaks dow…

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StreetClothes: The Woodturner 52:42

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On this episode of our StreetClothes human-interest podcast series, we talk to a healthcare professional who finds calm, clarity, and a spark of creativity behind the lathe. For him, woodturning is more than just a hobby—it's a release, a reset, and a reminder that even a simple block of wood can become something beautiful with time, focus, and the…

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Green Initiatives, Financial Impact | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:28

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Green Initiatives, Financial Impact," with our Multi-Tray Sterilization Expert™, Kelly Truppo. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondclea…