Beyond Clean Podcast

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 told a different story—raising big questions about whether current cleaning practices are enough and what changes are critical for safer reprocessing. From assembly workflows to future safety standards, Brandon explains why this study is a wake-up call for every SPD and why the push for borescope adoption matters now more than ever. Tune in today! Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-07 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #Lumens #Borescopes #Contamination #InstrumentCleaning

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 water. From the basics of Utility and Critical Water to hidden risks in steam sterilization systems, we're covering the chemistry, the consequences, and the compliance challenges that come with managing water in MDR. Plus, learn how ST108 is shaping best practices, how to spot red flags in your facility, and why every drop really does matter. Tune in today! Looking for more water quality insights from Jeffrey Paquet? Check out his Beyond Clean Water Quality Expert Series™ today: https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/water-quality-expert A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 2 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode! #BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #WaterQuality #ST108 #CriticalWater #Steam #WaterQualityExpert

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 approaches to music have shaped team culture, impacted quality outcomes, and sparked some surprising insights along the way. From boosting productivity to building team morale, they explore how departments can find success with very different workplace rhythms. Whether you're team "turn it up" or team "turn it off," this conversation will have you rethinking the soundtrack of your SPD! Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-06 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #Music #Earbuds #SoundtrackOfYourSPD #Productivity

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 helping people look and feel their best—one trim, one tone, and one transformation at a time… If you like this series OR have an interesting side-hustle, passion project, or hobby you do outside of your hospital day job that keeps you inspired, refreshed, and motivated, we'd love to hear from you! Message Hank Balch on LinkedIn for a chance to come on the show and share it with the world! #StreetClothes #Hobbies #SideHustles #PeopleMatter #Healthcare #BeyondClean #FirstCase #PowerSupply #TransmissionControl #HealthcareHQ

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 sustainability debates around the Instrument Pod to smart repair workarounds like the Blue Box Program, Derek shares practical insight on how to keep your sets safe, sterile, and in rotation. He also drops tips on maintenance musts, red flags to watch for, and why strong vendor partnerships are key to long-term success. Tune in, #MDRFanatics—this one's all about collaboration, compliance, and sealing the standard. A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 2 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode! #BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #RigidContainers #Compliance #Education #Podcast #Solventum

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 defects head-on with the power of a second look. From high-risk trays to surprising data trends, Timothy and Tori share how one small idea—and a few simple audits—sparked a culture shift and grew into a scalable, successful QA program across multiple sites. Their story is proof that quality improvement doesn't have to be complicated to make a big impact—and if you're looking for a practical, proven way to reduce errors and rally your team around quality, this is one episode you don't want to miss. Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-05 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #Audits #QualityChecks #Data #QualityAssurance

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 putting your sterile barriers at risk. From bacterial filtration efficiency to the delicate balance of porosity, she'll reveal the key factors that keep surgical wrap working—and explain why stacking those heavy trays might be doing more damage than you think. Whether you're chasing down mystery holes or just want to know what's really keeping your trays safe, this conversation could change how you think about every tray you wrap! Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-04 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #SurgicalWrap #SterileBarriers #BlueWrap

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 shakes off the day and stirs up something entirely her own—one pour at a time. If you like this series OR have an interesting side-hustle, passion project, or hobby you do outside of your hospital day job that keeps you inspired, refreshed, and motivated, we'd love to hear from you! Message Hank Balch on LinkedIn for a chance to come on the show and share it with the world! #StreetClothes #Hobbies #SideHustles #PeopleMatter #Healthcare #BeyondClean #FirstCase #PowerSupply #TransmissionControl #HealthcareHQ

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 like "long right angle" to the relief of organized, systematic naming that actually makes sense, Jake shares insights from his years of building count sheets that work for techs instead of against them. Whether you're constantly playing detective with confusing count sheets or looking to streamline your current system, this conversation will give you the roadmap to transform your assembly workflows from chaos to efficiency – one count sheet at a time! Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-03 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #CountSheet #Assembly #Workflows

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 down why both speed and accuracy are non-negotiable—because patient safety demands trays that are both correct and on time. Whether you're drowning in high case volume or fighting impossible turnaround times, this is one conversation that could change how you think about balancing productivity and perfection in your SPD! Season 29 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/episode29-02 Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #SterileProcessing #Podcast #Season29 #PlanetAssembly #Productivity #Speed #Accuracy