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Beyond Clean Podcast

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

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33:57

Beyond Clean Canada: Built to Last: Career Pathways &...

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2026/02/11

Technical skills might get you in the door, but what does it actually take to build a lasting career in medical device reprocessing? On this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey and Barry are joined by Alberta MDR professionals Colleen Penman and Luke Siewert to talk about their journeys into MDR and what it takes to thrive in one of Western Canada's busiest hospitals. From navigating complex instrumentation and high-volume surgical environments to understanding certification pathways and evolving

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30:01

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - What's Next for...

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2026/02/10

Where are Canada's dental sterilization standards headed next? In this series finale of "Sterilization Standards Unpacked," we're joined by Leeanne Ismail, Clinical Sterilization Specialist at Solventum, to look ahead at the future of dental reprocessing. From digital traceability and rapid-read BIs to maintenance programs and smarter tracking tools, Leeanne shares how technology is reshaping safety and accountability in clinics across Canada. She also highlights the push toward more consistent

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34:28

Under Pressure - Pack it Up, Wet Packs

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2026/02/09

Wet packs happen in every department. But how much do we really know about what causes them? This week on Beyond Clean, Jason Simon, Senior Product Manager at Skytron, is back to break down why wet packs happen and what you can do to help prevent them. Jason breaks down what's happening during the drying phase, why some loads fail to dry, and how operator practices, loading decisions, and equipment all work together to create or prevent wet packs. From cracked doors and extended dry times to vacuum

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29:49

Beyond Clean Canada: Educating Differently:...

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2026/02/04

Ever wonder how personal experience shapes the way we approach education and patient safety in MDR? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, Stacey Gielen and Barry Pickrem sit down with Lisa McKown, Manager of Research and Development at Beyond Clean, to discuss education, innovation, and what it takes to drive change in medical device reprocessing. Lisa shares her journey from the frontline to leadership and doctoral research, and how personal experience fuels her commitment to quality and patient

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30:40

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - From Paper to...

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2026/02/03

Sterilization standards look a lot different on paper than they do in the middle of a busy clinic day. That gap between policy and practice is the focus of this episode of "Sterilization Standards Unpacked," where host Sarah B. Cruz sits down with Nova Scotia Registered Dental Assistant Melissa Arnold to walk through what CSA-driven workflows actually look like in a typical dental office. From daily BI tests and load logs to cycle printouts, recalls, and patient traceability, Melissa shares how her

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34:15

Under Pressure - Full Steam Ahead: A Deep Dive into...

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2026/02/02

You load trays and hit start on your steam sterilizer dozens of times a day. But do you actually know what's happening inside that chamber once the door closes? This week, we sit down with Jason Simon, Senior Product Manager at Skytron, to break down how steam sterilizers actually work—from air removal and steam jackets to exposure phases and drying cycles. Jason walks us through the critical role utilities play in sterilizer performance, why just buying new equipment won't fix steam quality

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29:55

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - Bioburden,...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2026/01/27

What really happens at the microscopic level when we talk about "clean" in dental sterilization? In this episode of "Sterilization Standards Unpacked," host Sarah B. Cruz is joined by Dr. Atila Nozari, Senior Medical Liaison at Solventum, to connect the science of microbiology with the day-to-day realities of instrument reprocessing in dental practices. From bioburden and biofilm to the evidence behind modern sterilization standards, Dr. Nozari helps demystify the "why" behind the guidelines teams

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32:55

Under Pressure - Heavy Metal: Why Weight Limits...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Weight limits exist for every sterilizer and every tray that goes into it. But what happens when those limits get overlooked in the daily rush? On this episode of Beyond Clean, we sit down with Sterile Processing educator Carol Malone to explore what really drives safe sterilizer loading. From discovering chamber capacity limits you might not know about to creating visual controls that help your team stay compliant, Carol walks us through practical strategies for managing both in-house and vendor

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28:59

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - Small Spaces, Big...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2026/01/20

Dental clinics may be small, but the expectations for safe, consistent sterilization are anything but. In this episode of "Sterilization Standards Unpacked," Warren Hiller joins us to explore how CSA Z314, Health Canada, and provincial guidelines come together to shape dental reprocessing across provinces. From dental assistants juggling sterilization tasks to the growing requirements for certified MDR techs, Warren shares how standards, competencies, and documentation are changing the game for oral

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37:31

Under Pressure - The Rust Stops Here: Keeping...

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2026/01/19

Ever wonder why your "stainless" steel instruments keep staining and rusting? On this episode of Beyond Clean, we sit down with metallurgical engineer Michaela Kuba for an inside look at what surgical stainless steel actually is—and what it isn't. Michaela explains why that passivation layer matters and how factors like chlorine exposure, free iron contamination, and water quality can quietly sabotage your instruments over time. From point-of-use treatment that truly supports instrument longevity

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41:25

Scope of Innovation: Single-Use Solutions for...

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2026/01/16

Perfect imaging every time. No repairs. No reprocessing. Could single-use arthroscopes be the answer? On this special Beyond Clean, First Case, Power Supply, and Transmission Control Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we're joined by Rich McKillop, CEO of Pristine Surgical, to explore how their Summit™ 4K Single-Use Arthroscope is redefining what efficiency looks like in the OR. Learn how this single-use solution delivers consistent 4K image clarity while eliminating the time, labor, and costs

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18:24

Sterilization Standards Unpacked - Where Do We Begin?...

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2026/01/13

Feeling overwhelmed by Canada's newest dental sterilization standards? You're not alone. In this kickoff episode of our newest podcast series "Sterilization Standards Unpacked: Navigating Canada's Dental Guidelines," host Sarah B. Cruz takes us back to basics with a clear, practical look at who writes the standards, how they're enforced, and why they don't always look the same from province to province. Along the way, she breaks down the most common points of confusion for dental teams and explains

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31:36

Under Pressure - CI, Robot: Computer Vision for...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2026/01/12

The dreaded missing indicator—you've trained on it, created systems for it, and yet trays still reach the OR without them. What if technology could catch that mistake before the tray ever leaves your department? On this episode of Beyond Clean, Gregory Warino, Director of Central Sterile Processing at Mercy Health, shares how his team used AI to tackle missing CIs across three facilities. From getting skeptical staff on board to watching the technology actually catch missing indicators before trays

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34:06

Under Pressure - IUSS Has Left the Building: How One...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2026/01/05

What if your department could go from over 10% immediate use steam sterilization (IUSS) cycles to nearly zero? In the Season 31 premiere of Beyond Clean, we're joined by Monica Anderson, Sterile Processing Manager and the fearless leader of a team that did exactly that. Monica walks us through the real-world strategies her department used to identify every pathway leading to IUSS—and how they systematically shut them down. From leading hands-on education in decontam to building stronger partnerships

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30:27

Sterile Horizons - Inspection Ready: Preparing Your...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Accreditation surveys don't start when the clipboard walks in—they start with your culture, your training, and your daily workflows. In this series finale of "Sterile Horizons," host Bobby Parker talks with Jenny Manderino, Senior Director of Accreditation Services at LifeCare Health, to break down what it really takes to stay inspection-ready in a fast-paced ASC. From culture-building tips to documentation must-dos, Jenny delivers her real-world strategies to help your team shift from reactive to

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33:55

Tray Command - ASHRAE 43 & Sterile Processing:...

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2025/11/24

The temp spikes. The humidity climbs. Your sterile storage alarms go off—now what? In this episode of Beyond Clean's Tray Command, we sit down with Senior Infection Preventionist Stephen Rusbarsky to explore the brand-new ASHRAE 43 standard and what it means for Sterile Processing. Stephen breaks down what changes, what stays the same, and how this new guidance outlines actionable steps for responding to out-of-range temperature and humidity events. From defining realistic thresholds to

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33:45

Sterile Horizons - Sterility Assurance in ASCs: Tools...

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2025/11/18

In the fast-paced world of ASCs, sterility assurance isn't just a priority—it's non-negotiable. But what does getting it right actually look like? In this episode of "Sterile Horizons," we're joined by clinical compliance expert, Sharon Greene Golden, for an honest look at the tools, techniques, and team habits that help SPDs stay on track. From washer testing missteps to misunderstood indicators and documentation gaps, Sharon breaks down the details that matter—and the education gaps that could be

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36:57

Tray Command - Cart Before the Scalpel: The Accuracy...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2025/11/17

Every successful surgery starts with a perfectly assembled case cart. But what happens when the next cart rolling into the OR is missing a critical supply or instrument? This week, we're joined by Courtney Kleeb, Senior Director of Perioperative Surgical Solutions at HealthTrust Performance Group, for a deep dive into what really drives case cart success. From preference card cleanup to fixing inefficient pick paths that send your team zigzagging, Courtney breaks down the real-world strategies that

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38:23

At the Tip of Safety: Sustainable Solutions for...

Beyond Clean Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Better protection. Less waste. Could your instrument tip protectors really do both? On this special Beyond Clean and Power Supply Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we're joined by Gabrielle Kelly and Kristi Schelhaas, Co-Founders of Raine Medical, to explore their S.A.F.E.R. approach to instrument protection. Learn how their PVC-free, recyclable tip protectors eliminate sticky residue, optimize ventilation, and feature anti-roll designs that will protect your surgical instrumentation through

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30:23

Sterile Horizons - Running on Empty: The Inventory...

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2025/11/11

When trays are turning fast and supplies are running low, it's not just the shelves that feel the strain—it's also your staff. In this episode of "Sterile Horizons," we sit down with Bobbie Gaskins to talk candidly about what it takes to keep Sterile Processing departments running in lean ASC environments. From building smarter vendor partnerships to getting creative with limited sets, Bobbie shares strategies that are as real as they are resourceful. If your team is feeling the weight of doing more

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