Michael

Vendor Policy Challenges – Part I – The Facility Approach

It’s easy to complain about the reps being a problem for the facility. What’s harder is understanding the different factors leading to those issues (so many trays, late delivery, etc.). Realistically, there are challenges on both sides. Because of this complexity, I’m breaking this into two parts: One reviewing how facilities can better approach their…

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Understanding Different Types of Repair Programs- Part 1

Repair programs within the surgical instrument market vary from facility to facility and repair vendor to repair vendor. Each repair vendor has a method that they will use to develop the right program for each facility they service. Regardless of the vendor or program employed, it should not be confusing or overwhelming to the SPD…

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Case Cart Considerations

Case Carts are more than just a convenient way to haul surgical supplies to and from the OR, they play an integral role in the overall Sterile Processing workflow. With many kinds of case carts, options, and accessories, it is difficult to know what is right for your SPD. When deciding which case cart option…

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