Beyond Clean
Episodes
Beyond Clean Canada: Bioburden & Beyond: Global Insights in Sterile Processing
What do borders, bioburden, and best practices have in common? According to René Vis, they all impact how we #FightDirty around the world. In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we’re joined by René Vis, International Product Line Manager for Steam Sterilizers at Steelco, to explore the global fight against infection—and why understanding the “why” behind your standards can lead to safer, smarter sterilization processes. From country-to-country gaps to the hidden risks of habit-driven workflows, René brings a global perspective to the challenges—and opportunities—facing Sterile Processing today. Tune in, #CanadianCleanFreaks—this season finale is all about perspective, purpose, and pushing standards forward.
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 2 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 #Sterilization #BestPractices #Season2 #GlobalPerspective
Sustaining Sterile Processing Success: Building a Legacy of Crowning Achievements
Successful Sterile Processing departments don’t happen by accident—they’re built through intentional leadership, strategic planning, and strong professional networks. In this Beyond Clean special podcast release episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, Yves Theodule, Karen Owens, and Hank Balch share their journeys and insights on developing SPD talent, improving departmental culture, and balancing efficiency with team growth. From overcoming challenges to building award-winning department cultures and inspiring future leaders, this conversation is packed with takeaways for every Sterile Processing professional. Don’t miss this episode—tune in now!
This in-booth special podcast release is sponsored by STERIS and is powered by Beyond Clean!
After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/sterispodcast-ep3
Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub/ to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.
#BeyondClean #STERIS #HSPA2025 #SterileProcessing #Podcast #SPDSuccessStories #Leadership #Network #Talent
Beyond Clean Canada: The Pod That Changed the Process: Efficiency, Ergonomics & Innovation
What if one device could change everything about how we process surgical instruments? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we welcome Robert Turbett, Co-Founder of Turbett Surgical, to share the story behind the Instrument Pod—a rigid container system that’s redefining efficiency, safety, and sustainability in Sterile Processing. Rob shares how the Instrument Pod came to be, its impact on reducing waste and OR turnover times, and how it’s making life easier for technicians while helping hospitals increase surgical throughput. From ergonomic wins to eye-opening clinical outcomes, this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration for anyone working to improve surgical workflows. Tune in today!
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 2 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 #TurbettSurgical #InstrumentPod #Efficiency #Workflows
Up for Change: Renovations, Centralization, and New Department Solutions
Is your SPD facing a major renovation? Join Jenny Bennett, Mark Munroe, and Bobby Parker in this Beyond Clean special podcast release episode, recorded LIVE at HSPA 2025, for your ultimate survival guide to department transformations you won’t want to miss. Our renovation veterans will share real-world strategies for maintaining operations during chaos, stretching budgets without sacrificing quality, and maintaining compliance while your SPD is turned upside down – covering what you really need to know before the first wall comes down. Tune in today!
This in-booth special podcast release is sponsored by STERIS and is powered by Beyond Clean!
After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/sterispodcast-ep2
Visit our CE Credit Hub at https://beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub/ to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.
#BeyondClean #STERIS #HSPA2025 #Podcast #SterileProcessing #Podcast #SPDRenovations
Cut the Clutter: Rethinking Vendor Tray Efficiency with EZ-TRAX™
Fewer trays. Better workflows. Could it really be that simple? On this Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, Kyle Kemp, National Director of Business Development at ONE TRAY®/IST, shares how healthcare facilities are reducing vendor tray volumes without compromising surgical case integrity. From streamlining orthopedic sets to massive savings in time, space, and reprocessing costs, discover how ONE TRAY®/EZ-TRAX™ can help your department rethink efficiency—one tray at a time. Learn how their configurations ease workloads, eliminate bottlenecks, and deliver measurable results. If your team is buried under stacks of vendor trays, this episode will help lighten your load!
For any queries or additional information, contact ONE TRAY®/IST at info@onetray.com or call them at 937-619-0138. Don’t forget to follow the ONE TRAY® IFU for use. Also, stay connected on LinkedIn and Facebook for updates!
Beyond Clean Canada: Breaking the Mold: Insights & Innovation from the Frontline
Get ready to stir that pot, #CanadianCleanFreaks—because Jessie Lopez is joining the conversation to shake things up! On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey and Barry sit down with Jessie to unpack his journey from veterinary tech to surgical tech to one of the most outspoken voices in Sterile Processing. Jessie pulls back the curtain on the real challenges frontline technicians face every day, from messy workflows and fragile borescopes to the disconnect between official standards and actual practice. He also shares insights on manual cleaning complexities, sterilization cycle timing concerns, and why testing equipment outside the box can lead to big breakthroughs. If you’re passionate about growth, grit, and telling it like it is—this one’s for you.
A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 2 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 #BreakingTheMold #Innovation #Insights #Frontline #Workflows
