Best Sterileservices Podcasts (2025)

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Planet Decontam: One Tech to Rule Them All? Tribal Knowledge & the Decon Risk 40:48

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What happens when only one person in your department knows how to reprocess a certain tray? Or find the IFU for that rarely used scope? Or figure out why the cart washer stopped working—again? On this season finale episode of Beyond Clean’s Planet Decontam, Angela Russell joins us to tackle the real dangers of tribal knowledge in decontam. From unw…

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StreetClothes: The Bakers 46:12

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On this episode of our StreetClothes podcast series, we talk to two healthcare professionals who find comfort, creativity, and a little pinch of calm in the art of baking. Whether it’s homemade bagels, a failed bundt cake, or family traditions passed down through generations, these self-taught bakers have each discovered their own flavor of joy in …

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: Leading with Purpose: Building Strong Teams, Texas Style 31:53

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SPD leaders don’t just manage—they mentor, motivate, and make big things happen. And in Texas, that’s how it’s done! This week, host Dusty Glass sits down with Felicia Sheriff for a heart-filled conversation about what it really means to lead with purpose in Sterile Processing. From creating a culture of trust to redefining employee onboarding and …

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Planet Decontam: Suit Up: PPE Essentials for Decontamination 34:51

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Time to suit up, #CleanFreaks—because this week we’re tackling the real-world challenges of PPE! Join us as we sit down with Marcus Super from Mastel Surgical to explore what makes personal protective equipment truly essential in decontam. From one-size-fits-none challenges to breakthrough PPE innovations, Marcus explains why the right PPE is about…

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: Powered Up: The Hidden Costs of Equipment Failure 28:13

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Saddle up, #TexasCleanFreaks–because this week we’re tackling one of the sneakiest budget-busters in SPD—power equipment failures! Join Dusty Glass as he sits down with Elvis Lormeus, Corporate Product Manager at STERIS, to dive into the hidden dangers behind equipment breakdowns in Sterile Processing. You’ll discover how small missed steps in repr…

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Process Better: Instrument Insights: End-to-End SPD Expertise 30:54

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From missing instruments to delayed trays, delivering safe, on-time instrumentation is no easy feat. In this exciting series finale episode from our “Process Better” series, Mike Andresen, Director of Business Development at Medline, takes us inside the full scope of end-to-end instrument support—and the strategies that make it all work. From vendo…

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Blood In the Water: An IP Perspective on Pathogen Exposures 37:41

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A tiny needle. A missed burr. A hidden blade at the bottom of the sink. These aren't just near misses—they're real exposure risks facing techs in decontam every day. So, how prepared is your team to respond? This week, we're joined by Garrett Hollembeak, infection preventionist and Editor-in-Chief of Transmission Control, to explore pathogen exposu…

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StreetClothes: The Beekeeper 39:40

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On this episode of the StreetClothes podcast series, we talk to a healthcare professional whose passion project is generating some serious buzz in his own backyard! With 31 hives and counting, this busy bee has discovered the joy—minus the occasional sting—and the liquid gold rewards of working with nature’s busiest pollinators. Tune in to hear how…

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: Sticky Situations: How Biofilm Threatens Sterile Processing 1:01:58

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On this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, we’re wrangling one of the toughest, sneakiest outlaws in SPD — the one and only biofilm! Join host Dusty Glass as he sits down with STERIS’s Amy Williams to break down how this invisible threat forms, spreads, and sticks around longer than it should. From point-of-use cleaning to the risks …

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Process Better: Inventory Intelligence: From Excellence Picks to Expired Supplies 35:49

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From the shelf to the sterile field, smart inventory makes all the difference! In this week’s new episode from our “Process Better” series, Tracy Smith, National Market Sales Director at Medline, takes us inside the everyday realities of supply management across SPD and the OR. From improving pick accuracy to staying ahead of expirations, Tracy sha…

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Piece Out? Undone? The Great Decon Disassembly Debate 41:01

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Three turns of a screw could be the difference between a clean instrument and a dangerous infection risk—yet how do we know which instruments actually need to come apart in decontam? On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Decontam, we welcome the new President of HSPA, Arlene Bush, to weigh in on the critical debate around instrument disassembly …

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: East, West, Big, Small: Insights from the Cowboy of Clean 39:35

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From east to west and everywhere in between, no one’s seen it all quite like Ron Hunsucker. In this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, we sit down with the legendary “Cowboy of Clean” to talk shop on everything from certification journeys to culture shifts in Sterile Processing. With four decades of boots-on-the-ground experience, Ro…

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Process Better: The Art and Science of Set Assembly: Audit with Purpose 38:21

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Set assembly might seem routine, but it’s one of the most critical opportunities to ensure instrument accuracy and performance. So, how do you create a process that supports accuracy without slowing down your team? In this episode of our “Process Better” series, Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager at Medline, walks us through the essential rol…

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Decontamination Ground Game: Why Cleaning Your SPD Floors Matters 35:32

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Hey #CleanFreaks -- What if the dirtiest surface in your SPD’s decontam isn't at your workstation, but on the floor you're standing on? This week, we welcome infection prevention expert Ericka Kalp to expose the hidden dangers lurking on the surface of your SPD’s floors—and why ignoring them could be putting your patients and your team at risk. Fro…

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StreetClothes: The Doula 44:19

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On this episode 4 of the StreetClothes podcast, we talk to Lindsay Brown, a Minnesota clinician who has a passion project unlike any other! Not only does she know where babies come from (every child's eternal question), she also knows how clinical expertise beautifully combines with nurturing care during life's very first moments. Tune in to hear h…

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The Good Works of SPD: Upskilling into a Career with Impact 39:23

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Across the great state of Texas and beyond, Sterile Processing pros are sharpening their skills, building confidence, and making a real impact where it matters most – patient safety. In this week’s episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass team up with Kurt Van Sickel, Program Director and Career Coach at Good Work…

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Process Better: Navigating Instrument Damage: Care, Handling, & Quality 32:46

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Instrument damage is more than just a headache—it’s costly, disruptive, and far more common than most realize. So, how can we prevent it before it even happens? In Episode 2 of our “Process Better” series, Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager at Medline, joins us to explore the most common causes of instrument damage across surgical workflows— …

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Are You Sinking Your Own Decon Ship? The Icebergs of Sink Workflows 39:45

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Three bays, two basins, or one compliance nightmare? When it comes to your decontam sinks, the wrong setup doesn't just slow you down – it can send your entire workflow underwater! On this episode of Beyond Clean's Planet Decontam, Jessie Lopez joins us to break down why the proper sink setup can make or break your entire reprocessing cycle. From m…

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SPD in the Texas Medical Center 39:03

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Everything’s bigger in Texas—and that’s especially true in the Texas Medical Center, where the pace never slows and the pressure is always on! In this episode of Everything is Cleaner in Texas, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass sit down with Anna Castillo-Gutierrez for a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work inside one of the most complex…

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Beyond Clean Canada: The Power of Industry Disruption 33:01

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What started as a podcast quickly became a global platform for Sterile Processing education—and in our Season 1 finale, we’re sitting down with the man behind the mic, the #OriginalCleanFreak himself, Hank Balch. As the Co-Founder and President of Beyond Clean, Hank takes us behind the scenes of how one idea—offering free, accessible Sterile Proces…

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Process Better: Better Point-of-Use Cleaning: Together We Win 33:31

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Point-of-use cleaning is one of the most critical—and most often missed—steps in the reprocessing cycle. So, how do we build workflows that keep this step front and center? In this premiere episode of our exclusive new podcast series “Process Better,” Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager at Medline, helps us redefine what effective point-of-use…

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Planet Decontam: The IFU Memory Maze: Is Decontamination IFU Compliance Achievable? 38:37

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Picture it: You’re standing in decontam, 10 case carts deep, trying to track down the right IFU—and the OR rushes in with a STAT turnaround tray. In this moment, memory, speed, and accuracy collide—and compliance is put to the test! On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean’s Planet Decontam, Art Babiy joins us to tackle the real-world challenges hidd…

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StreetClothes: The Chicken Tenders 42:19

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On this episode 3 of our brand new StreetClothes human-interest podcast series, we talk to two healthcare professionals who have a passion project that's far from fowl play! Not only have they created their own backyard flock of feathered friends, they've also cracked the code for beating those sky-high egg prices! Tune in to hear how Sean Weir & S…

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Everything is Cleaner in Texas: Don't Mess with Texas: The Big Vision for Chapter Education 47:59

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Y’all ready for this? We’re kicking off our brand-new podcast series, "Everything is Cleaner in Texas," sponsored by STERIS IMS, with a big, bold look at the future of chapter education in the Lone Star State! In this premiere episode, hosts Hank Balch and Dusty Glass team up to share the vision behind Houston’s newly relaunched chapter—and the pow…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Inside the Role of a Vendor Rep 25:08

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It’s 6 a.m.—the trays are sterilized, the patient is prepped, and the vendor rep is on the way! In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Adam Redmond, Vendor Rep from CONMED Corporation, to explore the critical role vendor reps play in supporting surgical teams—and the MDR professionals who make it all possible. From late-night deliv…

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Planet Decontam: Cut & Dry: The Black & White of Endoscope Drying 43:03

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Think your endoscopes are actually dry? You might want to take a second look! On this Season 28 premiere episode of Beyond Clean's “Planet Decontam,” we're joined by Jill Berends, Clinical Trainer at Ambu, to explore why moisture remains one of the biggest threats to effective high-level disinfection. From forced air-drying requirements to the chal…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Stronger Together: Building MDR & OR Relationships That Last 41:57

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The best patient outcomes start with the strongest teams -- but how do we build them? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Becky White and Pam Hunter, two powerhouse MDR leaders, to talk about what it takes to build and maintain meaningful relationships between MDR and OR teams. From their work with MDRANS and CAMDR to collaborat…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - Engaging the Future: Clinical Implications of Sterile Endoscopes 28:01

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Hey, #CleanFreaks -- are you ready to uncover what’s next in endoscope reprocessing? In this exciting series finale episode of "Safe & Sterile Endoscopes," Dr. Ivan Salgo, Chief Medical Officer & Vice President at ASP, joins us to pull back the curtain on the game-changing technologies reshaping our approach to endoscope sterility! From conquering …

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StreetClothes: The Guitarist 50:29

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On this episode 2 of the StreetClothes podcast, we talk to a well-known voice in the medical device space about bending strings and making his guitar "talk." If you're like many Americans, you've probably got a guitar in a closet somewhere. Some of you may even use your guitar as a much-needed tool to unwind your mind after a crazy day at the hospi…

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StreetClothes: The Personal Chef 51:23

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On this episode 1 of our brand new, human-interest "StreetClothes" podcast series, we talk to a clinician who moonlights as a personal chef in between his travel assignments. Don't listen to this interview on an empty stomach as the smell, taste, and passion for food is strong from beginning to end. But like any good recipe, even this story has a l…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Beyond Borders: Building Sterile Processing Systems That Last 27:44

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Sterile Processing professionals around the world show up every day with passion, resilience, and commitment to #FightingDirty! But what happens when they don’t have access to the tools and education they need? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Christina Fast—global safe surgery advocate and founder of the Sterile Processing E…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - The Next Chapter: The Regulatory & Guideline Shifts Surrounding Endoscopes 30:58

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As industry standards and guidelines evolve, are your department’s workflows keeping up? In this week’s new episode from our “Safe and Sterile Endoscopes” series, Stacy Johnson and Melanie Marshall, Clinical Education Consultants at ASP, join us to break down the latest regulatory requirements, including AAMI ST91, and their impact on endoscope rep…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Reduce, Reuse, & Reprocess 27:17

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Sterile wrap is designed for one-time use—but what happens after it leaves the OR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Andy Straisfeld, sustainability advocate and President and CEO of MEA Health, to talk about the future of recycling in healthcare. From turning MDR and OR waste into park benches, plastic lumber, and even tiny h…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - Together We Win: Clinical Collaboration Driving Best Practices 29:17

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What does it take to build a winning endoscope reprocessing program? Teamwork! In Episode 4 of our “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes” series, Julie Gorog, Clinical Education Consultant at ASP, reveals why bridging departmental gaps is essential for advancing patient safety. From crafting effective competency programs to enhancing quality assurance practic…

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Beyond Clean Canada: Beyond the Cycle: Every Load Monitoring for Patient Safety 22:22

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Sterility assurance isn’t just another checkbox in our workflows—it’s a commitment to excellence! In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re breaking down the critical steps of equipment, exposure, pack, and load monitoring—where errors can happen and how to prevent them. With high turnover rates in MDR departments, Leeanne Ismail, Clinical Spec…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - The Struggle for Safety: Endoscope Reprocessing Challenges 28:29

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What are the biggest roadblocks for safe and effective endoscope reprocessing? From biofilm buildup to the challenges of cleaning hard-to-reach channels, we’re pulling back the curtain on the hidden obstacles that make endoscopes some of the most complex devices to reprocess! In this week’s new episode from our “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes” series, B…

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Beyond Clean Canada: The True Cost of an Error 17:53

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Sterile Processing isn’t just about cleaning instruments—it’s about making the right decisions at every step. In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we sit down with Brandon Rawn from Stryker Canada to discuss his passion for reducing errors in medical device reprocessing. Drawing from his background in public healthcare, pharmaceutical manufactur…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - Inside the Idea: Endoscope Design, Functionality & Reprocessing 31:44

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From the drawing board to the operating room, every detail in endoscope design matters! In Episode 2 of our new podcast series “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes,” ASP’s Khoi Pham and Tamara Beehler join us for an insider’s look at the science behind endoscope design, functionality, and innovation. From cutting-edge materials to automated systems, they rev…

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Make it Stick | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:10

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Make it Stick," with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a…

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Beyond Clean Canada: The Safety Standard: Where Policy Meets Practice 29:46

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What does it take to create the gold standard in medical device reprocessing? Kicking off the first-ever episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Colleen Landers —a trailblazer in medical device reprocessing, an award-winning CSA leader, and an advocate for patient safety. With decades of experience shaping national and international standar…

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Safe & Sterile Endoscopes - In the Beginning: History of Endoscopes 33:22

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Buckle up, #EndoscopeEnthusiasts! We're kicking off our exclusive new podcast series, "Safe & Sterile Endoscopes," sponsored by ASP, with an exciting look at the history and innovation of modern endoscopes. This week, Dr. Klaus Mergener, a GI physician and internationally recognized expert in gastroenterology and endoscopy, takes us back to where i…

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Environmental Impact of Healthcare Disinfection | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:29

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Environmental Impact of Healthcare Disinfection," with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. 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…

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Planet Surgery: Buzzing, Beeps, & Biomed Magic in the OR 44:19

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When a critical device fails mid-surgery, there's only one team to call… Biomed! This week, we’re joined by the Bearded Biomed himself, Chace Torres, as he reveals why keeping ORs running smoothly takes more than just maintaining equipment - it requires quick thinking, technical expertise, and partnerships that span all surgical teams. From prevent…

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Who is Responsible for Water Quality in Your Facility? | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:45

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Who is Responsible for Water Quality in Your Facility?" with our Water Quality Expert™, Jeffrey Paquet. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.b…

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Dual Processing Power: When Efficiency Meets Compliance 34:14

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Struggling to keep pace with your facility's growing ultrasound probe demands? On this week's Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we speak with Marci Tucker and Eric Einwalter from CIVCO Medical Solutions about their cutting-edge solutions in ultrasound probe high-level disinfection. Learn how CIVCO's ASTRA automated reprocessing system helps departmen…

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Planet Surgery: The Practice of Medicine: Learning from the First Cut 38:48

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There's a reason they call it the practice of medicine—and every instrument tells part of the story! In this week's episode of Beyond Clean Season 27, pediatric surgeon Dr. Erik Pearson joins us to share why surgical success depends on more than just a surgeon’s skill—it requires a strong partnership with SPD. From training with specific tools to a…

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Let's Get To It! | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:34

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Let's Get To It!" with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know…

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Planet Surgery: The Other Red Hat: Surgery Trials Through the Eyes of Our Vendors 39:12

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When advocating for SPD becomes more important than selling products, you know there's a bigger story to tell! Join Territory Manager Jeremy Adler on this week's episode of Beyond Clean’s Planet Surgery as he reveals why building strong partnerships between vendors and Sterile Processing is the key to making every surgery possible. From successful …

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Unlocking the Power of UV-C Light | Expert Series On-The-Go 2:32

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Unlocking the Power of UV-C Light," with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do …

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Planet Surgery: All Things to All Patients? Specific Insights on the General Service Line 41:44

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Grab your count sheets and fire up those instrument tracking systems - we're diving into the general service line on this week's episode of Beyond Clean Season 27! Join data gurus Kyle Louie and Craig Stevens as they uncover why optimization starts with understanding how your trays are really being used. From critical access hospitals to major medi…