Beyond Clean Podcast
Even though their tools and equipment touch nearly every surgical patient in the world, how much do you really know about the people, processes, and products used in the Sterile Processing industry? Beyond Clean offers a creative look into the inner workings of a healthcare industry surrounded by challenges, disrupted by change, and committed to getting it right -- every instrument, every time. The team at Beyond Clean will bring on some of the biggest names in surgical instrument reprocessing and provide commentary on the biggest issues facing Sterile Processing professionals, facilities, administrators, manufacturers, and vendors. Join us every week as we explore the hidden world of one of the most important aspect of safe surgical care.
Latest episodes
Feb 10, 2025 • 39min
Planet Surgery: The Other Red Hat: Surgery Trials Through the Eyes of Our Vendors
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 product trials and in-services to building lasting partnerships, discover what happens when vendors become Sterile Processing’s biggest champions. With insights from both the OR and SPD, this is one vendor’s perspective you don't want to miss – tune in today! Season 27 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 below each week. 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 #Season27 #PlanetSurgery #Vendors #SurgeryTrials
Feb 8, 2025 • 3min
Unlocking the Power of UV-C Light | Expert Series On-The-Go
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 you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast
Feb 3, 2025 • 42min
Planet Surgery: All Things to All Patients? Specific Insights on the General Service Line
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 medical centers, discover how tribal knowledge, automated solutions, and proper data collection can transform your SPD’s general service line. Whether you're managing complex preference cards or searching for that one crucial instrument across sixteen trays, this is one episode you don't want to miss! Season 27 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 below each week. 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 #Season27 #PlanetSurgery #GeneralServiceLine
Feb 1, 2025 • 2min
Good Water Saves Time | Expert Series On-The-Go
On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Good Water Saves Time," 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.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast
Jan 27, 2025 • 37min
Planet Surgery: Dreaming of Surgery: All You Ever Wanted to Know about Anesthesia
Counting backward from ten might be the last thing you remember, but for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) like OJ Skiles, it's where the real work begins. Step into the OR where emergency airway equipment reliability matters most, instrument delays impact patient safety, and every minute under anesthesia counts. From critical airway tools to complex surgical equipment, join OJ as he reveals how every member of the surgical team plays a vital role in getting patients safely through their most challenging moments. Whether you're reprocessing instruments or monitoring vital signs, tune in to this eye-opening episode of Beyond Clean as we explore everything you ever wanted to know about anesthesia and how every role makes surgical success possible! Season 27 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 below each week. 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 #Season27 #PlanetSurgery #AnesthesiaCare
Jan 25, 2025 • 2min
Set Up For Success Part 2 | Expert Series On-The-Go
On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Set Up For Success Part 2," 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 #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast
Jan 20, 2025 • 41min
Planet Surgery: Fast & Furious for Surgical Excellence: The Surgical Technologist Episode
Behind every surgery is a healthcare professional most patients never get to meet, yet they play a critical role in making every procedure possible. Meet the Surgical Technologist! On this week's episode of Beyond Clean Season 27, Chris Blevins, Senior Surgical Technology Department Chair at South College and co-host of the First Case Podcast, walks us through the precision, skill, and teamwork Surgical Techs bring to the operating room. From maintaining sterile barriers to coordinating complex instrument setups, Chris reveals why proper training and certifications are crucial for surgical success. Ready to discover how these OR professionals are making patient safety their mission every procedure, every time? Tune in and join the conversation today! Season 27 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 below each week. 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 #WeFightDirty #Podcast #Season27 #PatientSafety #SurgicalTechs
Jan 18, 2025 • 3min
How UV Technology Can Prevent HAIs & Cross-Contamination | Expert Series On-The-Go
On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How UV Technology Can Prevent HAIs & Cross-Contamination," 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 you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast
Jan 13, 2025 • 38min
Planet Surgery: Bigger Than You Can Imagine: AI Implications for Infection Prevention
Patient care never stops – and neither does your fight against pathogens. So, when your team needs to know the latest IP guidelines at 3 a.m., who do you turn to? AI just might have the answers! On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean's "Planet Surgery," we’re joined by Max Simonovsky, Founder and CEO of Soapy, to explore how artificial intelligence is creating unlimited possibilities for infection prevention. From 24/7 virtual IP assistance to proactive problem-solving, Max reveals why artificial intelligence isn't just changing how we protect patients – it's revolutionizing our entire approach to healthcare. Ready to discover what’s next for infection prevention? Tune in to find out how AI is transforming patient care and the fight against microbes! Season 27 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 below each week. 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 #WeFightDirty #Podcast #Season27 #AI #InfectionPrevention
Jan 11, 2025 • 2min
ST108 and the Benefits of Well-Managed Water | Expert Series On-The-Go
On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "ST108 and the Benefits of Well-Managed Water," 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.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net Until next time, keep fighting dirty! #BeyondClean #ExpertSeries #Podcast
