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Feeling overwhelmed by Canada’s newest dental sterilization standards? You’re not alone. In this kickoff episode of our newest podcast series “Sterilization Standards Unpacked: Navigating Canada’s Dental Guidelines,” host Sarah B. Cruz takes us back to basics with a clear, practical look at who writes the standards, how they’re enforced, and why they don’t always look…

The dreaded missing indicator—you’ve trained on it, created systems for it, and yet trays still reach the OR without them. What if technology could catch that mistake before the tray ever leaves your department? On this episode of Beyond Clean, Gregory Warino, Director of Central Sterile Processing at Mercy Health, shares how his team used…

What if your department could go from over 10% immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS) cycles to nearly zero? In the Season 31 premiere of Beyond Clean, we’re joined by Monica Anderson, Sterile Processing Manager and the fearless leader of a team that did exactly that. Monica walks us through the real-world strategies her department used…

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 fast-paced ASC….

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…

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…

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 sharp insight…

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…

with guests Jill Holdsworth, Richard Bancroft, and Hank Balch