Welcome to Surgery 101, a series of podcasts produced with the help of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. The podcasts are intended to serve as brief introductions or reviews of surgical topics for medical students. We've aimed to cover a single topic in between 10-20 minutes so that you can quickly get a good idea of the basic concepts involved. Every episode is divided into chapters and concludes with several key points to summarize the topic. We are always keen to receive your ...
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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 reprocessi ...
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Plastic Surgeons Dr. Sam Fuller and Dr. Dan Butz discuss a wide range of topics within plastic surgery, adding insight, detail, and humor to a captivating field in medicine. Join their conversation as they highlight advice, myths, facts, and everything you need to know about tummy tucks, breast augmentation, liposuction, and more! Included in the podcast are conversations spanning plastic surgery, such as botox, fillers, celebrity plastic surgery, mommy makeovers, breast lift, breast reducti ...
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Have you ever wondered why your stomach rumbles or why your teeth fall out at a certain age? Surgery ABCs has the answers! Welcome to our podcast for kids which explores the mysteries and wonders of the human body. This podcast is brought to you by the creators of Surgery 101 and was created with help from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta.
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Retracting tissues is an essential part of surgery. We need to be able to hold the wound open so you can see and operate on deeper structures. In this fourth episode of her ten part series, Sunpreet Cheema explores the fascinating histories of the inventors behind three indispensable surgical retractors: the Senn’s, the Weitlaner and the Balfour.…
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The Processes that Save Lives: Intentional Instrument Inspection
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Are you testing the sharpness of every scissor that comes across your assembly table? What about those box locks for cracks or those lumen channels for hidden debris? On this week’s episode of “The Processes that Save Lives,” Bobby Parker and Hank Balch are teaming up to talk about the crucial step in our reprocessing workflows that keeps patients …
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Utility Water: Case Studies, Victim of Circumstance | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Utility Water: Case Studies, Victim of Circumstance" with our Water Quality Expert™, Jeffrey Paquet. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyo…
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Compliant by Design: Smart Solutions in Vendor Tray Management
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Are your vendor tray modifications possibly compromising regulatory requirements and industry standards? What if your efforts to increase efficiency are actually not in compliance? On this week's Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we sit down with David Jagrosse from David Jagrosse Consulting to uncover a solution to vendor tray reconfiguration. Tune …
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Support From Within: Internal Bra Innovations
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Send us a text Dr. Sam Fuller and Dr. Daniel Butz are back for SEASON 2! Picking up where they left off, the Fuller Butz Podcast dives deep into the latest innovation in breast surgery: the internal bra. Dr. Sam Fuller and Dr. Daniel Butz, board-certified plastic surgeons with years of experience in breast aesthetics, break down everything you need…
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Today, medical student Sunpreet Cheema continues her ten part series with episode three, which delves into the surgical history of the scalpel and cautery. This episode considers three surgical lives: Morgan Parker, Charles Russell Bard, and William T. Bovie.
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The Processes that Save Lives: Washer Loading for the Win
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Your washer’s spray arms are spinning, but are your instruments actually getting clean? On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean, "The Processes that Save Lives," we're diving into the science of proper washer loading with Anna Castillo-Gutierrez, Sterile Processing Educator at Texas Children's Hospital. From protecting your SPD’s most delicate instr…
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Say Goodbye to Blue Wrap | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Say Goodbye to Blue Wrap" with our Multi-Tray Sterilization Expert™, Kelly Truppo. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com D…
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Expertise in Action: Redefining On-Site Endoscopy Support
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Is your endoscopy equipment getting the specialized attention it deserves? What if there was a simple solution to protect and maintain your valuable instruments despite rising staffing challenges? On this week's Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we're joined by Crit Fisher, Director of Onsite Service and Operations, and Marina Dragatsis, On-Site Endo…
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414. The History of Surgical Scissors - Mayo and Metz
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Today, medical student Sunpreet Cheema explores the fascinating histories of surgical innovators who developed some of our most indispensable surgical instruments - scissors. Specifically, we’ll be looking at the Mayo and Metzenbaum scissors.
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The Processes that Save Lives: Case Cart Picking 101
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The preference sheet: a #CleanFreaks guide to case cart picking success....or is it? For most departments, these documents are outdated, incomplete, or completely dependent upon the picker's expertise to interpret. On this week's episode of Beyond Clean Season 26, Sterile Processing Consultant Art Babiy joins us to give a crash course in "Case Cart…
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Transportation: The Most Overlooked Phase of Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Transportation: The Most Overlooked Phase of Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing?" with our Flexible Endoscope Expert™, Michael Matthews. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing …
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413. The History of Common Surgical Instruments
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In this introductory episode, Dr. White and Sunpreet Cheema discuss the the history of surgery through the lens of surgical instruments. Supreet Cheema provides an introduction to her ten part series by reviewing the Babcock foreceps.
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The Processes that Save Lives: It's about Time for Turnovers
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When was the last time a surgeon needed a tray "right now" - and your SPD had to rush and make it happen? Whether it's a compromised tray or another add-on case, these high-pressure situations put both our processes and patients at risk. In this episode of "The Processes that Save Lives," we explore the complexities of instrument turnovers with Reb…
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How is a Rigid Container Different than Wrap? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How is a Rigid Container Different than Wrap?" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcl…
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The Processes that Save Lives: Repair Management Really Matters
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Ever wonder what happens to those broken instruments once you place them in the repair bin? Their journey from the repair bin to the repair van and back again is more complex—and critical—than you might think! On this week’s episode of Beyond Clean Season 26, Chase Elms, Sterile Processing Supervisor and member of the Beyond Clean Advisory Group, j…
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Generative AI for Sterile Processing | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Generative AI for Sterile Processing," with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www…
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The Processes that Save Lives: Sterilizer Loading Ensures Excellence
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Wet Packs. Two words no Sterile Processing technician wants to hear in the middle of a busy shift. One wet tray means rewrapping an entire load, scrambling to meet turnaround times, and potentially throwing off the OR’s schedule. So, what if the solution to eliminating wet packs was all in how you load your sterilizer cart? In this episode of Beyon…
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How Does a Container Work in a Steam Sterilizer? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Does a Container Work in a Steam Sterilizer?" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyon…
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The Processes that Save Lives: Manual Cleaning Means We Care
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Grab your cleaning brushes, fill up those sinks, and turn up the volume, it's time to dive into the complex world of manual cleaning! In this Season 26 premiere episode of Beyond Clean, "The Processes that Save Lives," Sean Weir, aka "The Bearded Educator," joins us to scrub away at industry assumptions and to shine a spotlight on the critical role…
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Placing AI at the Core of Your Sterile Processing Operations | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Placing AI at the Core of Your Sterile Processing Operations," with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list…
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Preventive Maintenance: Getting Out in Front of Your Scope Repair Problems
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Is your endoscope maintenance program more reactive or proactive? Are you constantly putting out fires or staying ahead of potential issues? In this series finale episode of "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're pulling back the curtain on preventative maintenance with our scope-savvy dream team: Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and G…
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Let's Start At the Very Beginning Part 1 | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Let's Start At the Very Beginning Part 1," with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondc…
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Microbes Beware: Disinfection & Sterilization of Endoscopes
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When it comes to endoscope reprocessing, how do you choose between high-level disinfection and sterilization? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, we’re sitting down with scope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple, to explore the decision-making process behind these critical …
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Safe & Reliable Use of UV Technology | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Safe & Reliable Use of UV Technology," with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com …
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Scoping in Quality: Visual Inspection of Endoscopes
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From visual checks to advanced technological tools, endoscope inspection is one of the most critical steps in ensuring patient safety – so, how thorough are your facility's protocols? Are you inspecting every scope, for every procedure? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicho…
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Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanme…
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Let that Sink In: Dangers to Scopes in Decontamination
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Gowns on, gloves up -- it's time to #FightDirty in this week's new episode of our latest podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes!” We’re diving into scope decontamination processes with our endoscope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple. They’re teaming up to explore the intricacies of proper cleaning techn…
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What to Expect with Your New AI Application in Sterile Processing | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "What to Expect with Your New AI Application in Sterile Processing," with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing…
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Safe Passage: Transporting Endoscopes with Care
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From SPD to the OR and back again, our endoscopes embark on a critical journey for every patient, every time. So how does your facility ensure these delicate instruments arrive safely at their destination? In Episode 2 of our new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're joined by Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garet…
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Open or Closed Storage That is the Question | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Open or Closed Storage That is the Question," with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyo…
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Pretreatment: Delivered When Efficiency & Efficacy Matter Most
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Looking to unlock the secret to operational efficiency and instrument longevity in your Operating Room & Sterile Processing department? What if there was a comprehensive solution to streamline your workflow and extend the life of your instruments? In this week’s Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we’re joined by Jarrod Watson-Lewis, Brand Manager for …
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Scope Treatment Triumphs: Overcoming Obstacles at the Point-of-Use
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Can point-of-use treatment really make or break your entire endoscope reprocessing workflow? Buckle up, scope enthusiasts! We're tackling this critical question and more as we kick off our exclusive new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes." Scope-savvy superstars, Garett Kaple, Katie Minion, and Joanne Lee are teaming up …
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How Do You Check the Presence of UV Radiation? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Do You Check the Presence of UV Radiation?" with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanm…
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Confident Certification™ Ep. 52 Congratulations, You've Passed!
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Congratulations, you've passed your certification exam! Now what? In this final episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz celebrates your success and explores the exciting world of opportunities that await you in your Sterile Processing career. From finding your niche to making waves in the industry, Sarah dishes out her favorite stra…
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Good Vibrations: The Buzz About Ultrasonic Transducers
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Hey #CleanFreaks! We’re wrapping up another action-packed season with an episode dedicated to the tiny but mighty components that put the buzz in our ultrasonic cleaners -- ultrasonic transducers! What are they? Why are they important? And how are they making a big difference in Sterile Processing? Joining us this week to answer these buzz-worthy q…
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Considerations for Shelf Life | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Considerations for Shelf Life" with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do …
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Welcome to this episode of Surgery 101 where we will learn the basics of tympanic membrane perforations. After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: 1. Describe the anatomy relevant to a tympanic membrane perforation. 2. List the mechanisms by which a tympanic membrane perforation can occur. 3. Gather pertinent positives on history…
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Confident Certification™ Ep. 51 Just Take the Test!
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The time has come to put down the books and conquer your certification fears! On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz gives us her straightforward, candid pep talk -- "Just Take the Test!" After weeks of preparation and countless study tips and tricks shared, she explains why it's time to stop overthinking and start d…
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Eat Clean, Fight Dirty: SPD & the Breakroom Fridge
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Is your SPD's breakroom fridge clean as a whistle or a ticking time bomb of workplace drama? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference," we're joined by Nicole Walley and Stacey Gielen to explore how this breakroom centerpiece can be a powerful indicator of your department’s workplace culture. From mys…
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How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD?" with our Artificial Intelligence Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visi…
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PDF Notes for Surgery 101 episode on Nontechnical Skills in Surgery
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It may come as a surprise that research suggests the biggest opportunity for improvement surgical outcomes lies not in a surgeon’s ability to throw a stitch or find the plane, but in their NONtechnical skills. After this episode, listeners will be able to: • Define and describe the importance of nontechnical skills in improving surgical outcomes • …
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Confident Certification™ Ep. 50 Brains Wired Differently: Conquering Certification Exams Your Way
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Ever felt like your brain works differently when it comes to studying and test-taking? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with neurodiversity expert Dr. Victoria Verlezza, PH.D., to explore neurodivergence and how individuals with diverse cognitive styles can thrive in their certification journey. From understanding …
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Tuning in for Towels: The Untold Story of Surgical Towels
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The humble towel. If you're reading this in an SPD, you're probably less than 6 feet from a towel this very moment, and yet how often have you ever really stopped to think about what that little piece of fabric actually does? On this week's episode of Beyond Clean, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference,” we talk to Tory Teakell, Clinical So…
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What's Wrong with Cardboard? | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "By Beyond Clean Media
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Confident Certification™ Ep. 49 From Handshakes to Hired: Your Ultimate Guide to Interview Success
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Your resume got you in the door - now what? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz guides you through the crucial next step: acing the job interview. Sarah draws from her own interviewing experiences to share her top tips for mastering virtual and in-person interview etiquette, crafting concise and impactful responses to common q…
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Stick'em Up, I'm Tracking this Load: Sticker Guns & Sterilization Labels
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Are your load stickers telling the full story of your sterilization workflows? Or are they missing key details that could mean the difference between a successful recall and a departmental crisis? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, we welcome Jessie Lopez, Educator & Quality Assurance Manager, who's ready to #Stirthatpot and discuss tools i…
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Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water | Expert Series On-The-Go
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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water" with our Water Quality Expert™, Jeffrey Paquet. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.…
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Let's Stop Kidding Ourselves - What's the Problem with Tracking Sterile Processing Productivity?
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On this CE-approved re-release of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, tune in for insights on the challenges of tracking Sterile Processing productivity: "How many of your facility administrators really know what your Sterile Processing team does? Or, perhaps a better question, how many of them know how long it takes for your team to do what they do? …
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