Beyond Clean
Episodes
Beyond Clean Canada: Reduce, Reuse, & Reprocess
Sterile wrap is designed for one-time use—but what happens after it leaves the OR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by Andy Straisfeld, sustainability advocate and President and CEO of MEA Health, to talk about the future of recycling in healthcare. From turning MDR and OR waste into park benches, plastic lumber, and even tiny homes, Andy shares how a single idea turned into a coast-to-coast initiative changing how we think about hospital waste. He also breaks down how MEA is protecting healthcare workers, building partnerships across Canada, and pushing for greener, smarter alternatives to landfills. Ready to turn hospital waste into something that matters? This one’s for the environment, tune in #CleanFreaks!
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 1 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 #HealthcareWaste #Sustainability #Reduce #Reuse #Podcast #Solventum
Safe & Sterile Endoscopes – Together We Win: Clinical Collaboration Driving Best Practices
What does it take to build a winning endoscope reprocessing program? Teamwork! In Episode 4 of our “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes” series, Julie Gorog, Clinical Education Consultant at ASP, reveals why bridging departmental gaps is essential for advancing patient safety. From crafting effective competency programs to enhancing quality assurance practices, Julie shares strategies for uniting SPD, OR, and IP teams around shared safety and reprocessing goals. Whether you’re looking to streamline communication or refine training techniques, this episode delivers the tools you need to foster collaboration, best practices, and long-term success. Tune in now and discover how working together makes all the difference – because when it comes to patient safety, we all win together!
This dynamic 6-part series explores the critical world of endoscope innovation, design, and safety. Each episode will feature insights from industry leaders and clinical experts who are transforming the way we approach scope safety and sterility. From frontline technicians to department leaders, this series will equip your team with powerful strategies to transform your reprocessing workflows!
A special thanks to our sponsor, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life.
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 #ASP #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #ScopeSafety #Podcast
Beyond Clean Canada: Beyond the Cycle: Every Load Monitoring for Patient Safety
Sterility assurance isn’t just another checkbox in our workflows—it’s a commitment to excellence! In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re breaking down the critical steps of equipment, exposure, pack, and load monitoring—where errors can happen and how to prevent them. With high turnover rates in MDR departments, Leeanne Ismail, Clinical Specialist at Solventum, stresses the need for ongoing education, industry collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions to maintain the highest patient safety standards. She also shares how advancements in sterilization technology are shaping the future of reprocessing and quality assurance. So, turn up the volume and join this can’t-miss conversation today!
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 1 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 #EveryLoadMonitoring #Safety #Podcast #Solventum
Safe & Sterile Endoscopes – The Struggle for Safety: Endoscope Reprocessing Challenges
What are the biggest roadblocks for safe and effective endoscope reprocessing? From biofilm buildup to the challenges of cleaning hard-to-reach channels, we’re pulling back the curtain on the hidden obstacles that make endoscopes some of the most complex devices to reprocess! In this week’s new episode from our “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes” series, Benedicta Ampadu, Global Product Manager at ASP, dives into the risks, realities, and strategies that frontline teams need to overcome their toughest reprocessing challenges. Get ready to streamline your reprocessing workflows with Benedicta’s frontline insights and expert strategies for patient safety success! So, turn up the volume and join the fight for safer endoscopes — every patient, every time!
This dynamic 6-part series explores the critical world of endoscope innovation, design, and safety. Each episode will feature insights from industry leaders and clinical experts who are transforming the way we approach scope safety and sterility. From frontline technicians to department leaders, this series will equip your team with powerful strategies to transform your reprocessing workflows!
A special thanks to our sponsor, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life.
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 #ASP #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #ScopeSafety #Podcast
Beyond Clean Canada: The True Cost of an Error
Sterile Processing isn’t just about cleaning instruments—it’s about making the right decisions at every step. In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we sit down with Brandon Rawn from Stryker Canada to discuss his passion for reducing errors in medical device reprocessing. Drawing from his background in public healthcare, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and medical device reprocessing, Brandon highlights the key moments where mistakes happen—and what we can do to prevent them. From environmental factors to department culture, he explains how every team member plays a role in keeping patients safe. So, sit back, relax, and press play as Brandon breaks down “The True Cost of an Error.”
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 1 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 #CostOfAnError #PatientSafety #Podcast #Solventum
Safe & Sterile Endoscopes – Inside the Idea: Endoscope Design, Functionality & Reprocessing
From the drawing board to the operating room, every detail in endoscope design matters! In Episode 2 of our new podcast series “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes,” ASP’s Khoi Pham and Tamara Beehler join us for an insider’s look at the science behind endoscope design, functionality, and innovation. From cutting-edge materials to automated systems, they reveal how modern endoscope designs are solving complex challenges while prioritizing patient care and safety. With firsthand insights and a glimpse into the prototypes shaping the future, this episode will change how you view these critical devices. Step into the next era of endoscope design – tune in now!
This dynamic 6-part series explores the critical world of endoscope innovation, design, and safety. Each episode will feature insights from industry leaders and clinical experts who are transforming the way we approach scope safety and sterility. From frontline technicians to department leaders, this series will equip your team with powerful strategies to transform your reprocessing workflows!
A special thanks to our sponsor, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life.
#BeyondClean #ASP #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #ScopeSafety #Podcast
*This episode is not approved for CE Credit.
