
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

Sep 28, 2024 • 2min
Let's Start At the Very Beginning Part 1 | 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, "Let's Start At the Very Beginning Part 1," 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

Sep 23, 2024 • 31min
Microbes Beware: Disinfection & Sterilization of Endoscopes
When it comes to endoscope reprocessing, how do you choose between high-level disinfection and sterilization? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, we’re sitting down with scope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple, to explore the decision-making process behind these critical cleaning methods. We'll delve into the pros and cons of each approach, discuss the impact on workflow efficiency and patient safety, and share real-world strategies for making the best choice for your facility. Whether you're navigating resource constraints, regulatory guidelines, or aiming for the highest standard of clean, this conversation is packed with insights to help you keep your reprocessing workflows running smoothly. We can’t wait for you to join us! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Sep 21, 2024 • 2min
Safe & Reliable Use of UV Technology | 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, "Safe & Reliable Use of UV Technology," 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

Sep 15, 2024 • 27min
Scoping in Quality: Visual Inspection of Endoscopes
From visual checks to advanced technological tools, endoscope inspection is one of the most critical steps in ensuring patient safety – so, how thorough are your facility's protocols? Are you inspecting every scope, for every procedure? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple are back and ready to tackle the intricacies of endoscope inspection! These endoscope enthusiasts will dive into the nitty-gritty of scope inspection, from the latest tech tools to the crucial need for standardized protocols for more effective staff training strategies. Get ready to discover how a well-executed inspection process safeguards patient safety, boosts surgeon satisfaction, and helps support smart budget management. Tune in today to make sure your team is fully equipped for this essential step in endoscope reprocessing! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Sep 14, 2024 • 2min
Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers | 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, "Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. 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

Sep 9, 2024 • 32min
Let that Sink In: Dangers to Scopes in Decontamination
Gowns on, gloves up -- it's time to #FightDirty in this week's new episode of our latest podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes!” We’re diving into scope decontamination processes with our endoscope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple. They’re teaming up to explore the intricacies of proper cleaning techniques, the importance of selecting the right cleaning tools, and the potential consequences of improper care and handling. Whether you're dealing with flexible or rigid scopes, this episode is packed with actionable steps to enhance your decontamination processes and help keep your SPD’s bottom line from going down the drain. So, turn up the volume and join us as we discover game-changing decontamination strategies for ensuring clean and safe scopes for every patient, every time! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Sep 7, 2024 • 2min
What to Expect with Your New AI Application in Sterile Processing | 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, "What to Expect with Your New AI Application in Sterile Processing," with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. 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

Sep 2, 2024 • 33min
Safe Passage: Transporting Endoscopes with Care
From SPD to the OR and back again, our endoscopes embark on a critical journey for every patient, every time. So how does your facility ensure these delicate instruments arrive safely at their destination? In Episode 2 of our new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're joined by Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple to discuss the complexities of endoscope transportation. They’re diving into regulatory guidelines, common challenges, innovative solutions that can significantly impact your endoscope handling process, and more. Tune in to discover how mastering your endoscope transport process can safeguard patient care, protect your valuable inventory, and boost your team's efficiency! Press play and join us today! This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at info@richardwolfusa.com Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries

Aug 31, 2024 • 2min
Open or Closed Storage That is the Question | 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, "Open or Closed Storage That is the Question," 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

Aug 30, 2024 • 33min
Pretreatment: Delivered When Efficiency & Efficacy Matter Most
Looking to unlock the secret to operational efficiency and instrument longevity in your Operating Room & Sterile Processing department? What if there was a comprehensive solution to streamline your workflow and extend the life of your instruments? In this week’s Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we’re joined by Jarrod Watson-Lewis, Brand Manager for OR Disposables and SPD Portfolio, and Brian Sidow, Staff Scientist at Stryker, to explore Stryker's innovative approach to instrument pretreatment and their clinically proven strategies for enhancing the lifespan of your SPD’s power tools. Discover how Stryker’s Speed Spray and detergent lineup—including Blu62, E62, and Auto62—are revolutionizing the way healthcare facilities like yours streamline operations and reduce costs, all while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety. Tune in today to learn how Stryker’s game-changing solutions can transform your SPD reprocessing workflows, every instrument, every time! For deeper insights, don't miss the chance to explore the Blu62 Pretreatment White Paper and Cleaning Validation and Compatibility Study for Auto62, available as bonus content on the Beyond Clean mobile app. Ready to transform your OR/SPD experience? Head over to stryker.com for more details. For further information or inquiries, feel free to connect with your local Stryker Power Rep for more info. And don’t forget to follow Stryker on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/stryker/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/strykercareers/) for the latest updates!