---
title: 'Episode 152. Appreciation and Recognition in Sterile Processing'
type: 'episode'
url: 'https://doc.social/episodes/episode-152-appreciation-and-recognition-in-sterile-processing'
show: 'Ask The Educator'
show_url: 'https://doc.social/podcasts/ask-the-educator'
published: '2025-12-04'
audio: 'https://downloads.pod.co/b84ea58f-7a4f-4e87-91cb-49dd2dd7584b/626137c0-da18-40fb-8add-8a7d2c066ac8.mp3'
---

# Episode 152. Appreciation and Recognition in Sterile Processing

## Summary

In this episode, Adam is joined by Amy DeGraw, HSPA Clinical Educator, to discuss why recognizing Sterile Processing professionals shouldn’t be limited to one week a year. They explore how ongoing appreciation impacts mental health, strengthens department culture, and share practical ideas to help your SP team feel valued every day.