121. Enhancing Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing: The Role of Borescopes and AI

Every reprocessing professional that has worked with flexible endoscopes knows one irrefutable fact…Flexible endoscopes are complex devices that are difficult to clean. In this episode, we speak with Harry Oussoren to discuss the importance of tools like borescopes to enhance visual inspection, the benefits of cleaning verification testing and microbial surveillance, and how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionize our decision-making process. 

120. Surgical Instrument Maintenance: Keeping Tools in the Open Position

In the busy world of instrument reprocessing, we may overlook important details, such as keeping instruments in the open position for cleaning and sterilization. In this episode, Clinical Educator Emeritus, Stephen Kovach explains the importance of this practice, shares ways to improve it, and provides useful tools and resources. 

Don’t forget to watch Stephen’s past Healthmark CE webinar, “Open Wide: Why You Need to Keep Your Instruments Open” on our website.  

119. Spanish Speakers in Sterile Processing – Interview with Angie Holland

Learning a second language is challenging enough on its own but imagine doing that while also mastering the jargon and science of sterile processing. This is the reality for thousands of sterile processing technicians across the industry! In this episode, we speak with Angie Holland, a bilingual Spanish speaker who is dedicated to creating more resources and educational translations for this often-overlooked sterile processing community. 

118. Implementing Standards on the Go: Insights from a Traveling Leader

Do you want to be a traveling sterile processing leader or even a permanent manager of your own department?  Then this episode is for you!  Leadership in sterile processing is an increasingly difficult job, but now imagine that you only have 3 months to fix a department.  Where do you start?  In this episode, we speak with Tiffany Dailey, a traveling sterile processing leader to discuss the challenges and joys of being a traveling leader, and what we can do to leave a positive and lasting impact on a department. 

117. Launching a New HSPA Chapter: Insights and Tips from Leslie Kronstedt

Starting a new HSPA chapter in your area can seem daunting. How do you create a non-profit, open a bank account, or write bylaws? Leslie Kronstedt from the Western Wisconsin Sterile Processing Professionals chapter has the answers! In this episode of the Ask the Educator podcast, Leslie shares her journey in the industry, how she became a leader of her local chapter, and the valuable resources she offers to help new chapters get started. Tune in for expert guidance and inspiration! 

116. The Critical Role of Documentation with Andy Mikos

In this episode, we dive into the essential training of sterile processing technicians, focusing on the vital skill of documentation and record-keeping. Join us as we speak with Andy Mikos, from Getinge, to better understand sterilization systems thoroughly. Discover why mastering these systems is key to ensuring accurate and reliable documentation and learn the importance of knowing exactly what you are signing your name to. Tune in for expert insights and practical tips on elevating your sterile processing practices.