Tray Command - At Arm’s Length: The Case for Keeping Sterile Instruments Close
Release Date: 10/13/2025
Season 19 Rewind - Now We Know: Engaging Surgeons around Sterile Processing Research
Beyond Clean Podcast
Season 31 of Beyond Clean will Launch on January 5th, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy a few of our favorite episodes from Season 19! What’s at the center of all the washing, assembling, and sterilizing in an SPD that keeps patients safe and surgeries moving forward? People. Skilled technicians who manage to get the job done regardless of the stressors, work environment, or available tools. As an industry, how to we recognize these sterilizing superheroes and help get them the tools and support they need? Dr. Peter Nichol, Pediatric Surgeon and industry advocate, joins us to discuss...
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Season 19 Rewind - Surgical Instruments & the Data Every Surgeon Wants
Beyond Clean Podcast
Season 31 of Beyond Clean will Launch on January 5th, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy a few of our favorite episodes from Season 19! Data makes the world go 'round when it comes to investment in Sterile Processing for staffing, equipment, and other resources. But what kind of data do we even get out of our surgical suites? What do our surgeons know about instrument data and what do they need to know? On this Season 19 episode of "The Surgeons We Serve," a season focused on spotlighting the intersection of surgeons & surgical instruments, we are joined by Dr. Martyn Knowles,...
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Season 19 Rewind - Need it Now: Understanding Trauma Surgery & Instrument Needs
Beyond Clean Podcast
Season 31 of Beyond Clean will Launch on January 5th, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy a few of our favorite episodes from Season 19! How does Sterile Processing remove the drama from trauma? Whether it is locating that one-of-a-kind set or turning over trays on the tightest timelines, trauma cases can spark chaos for both the operating room and central sterile. On this Season 19 episode of "The Surgeons We Serve," a season focused on spotlighting the intersection of surgeons & surgical instruments, we are joined by Dr. Derek Donegan, Orthopaedic Trauma...
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Season 19 Rewind - Tiny Lives, Tiny Instruments: The Pediatric Perspective
Beyond Clean Podcast
Season 31 of Beyond Clean will Launch on January 5th, 2026. In the meantime, please enjoy a few of our favorite episodes from Season 19! When tiny lives are in the operating room, the superhero partnership between sterile processing and pediatric surgery makes a truly lifelong difference. On this Season 19 episode of "The Surgeons We Serve," a season focused on spotlighting the intersection of surgeons & surgical instruments, we are joined by Dr. Erik Pearson MD FACS, Pediatric Surgeon and founder of CITIZENSURGEON, to discuss the guardianship that comes from providing care in a...
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Sterile Horizons - Inspection Ready: Preparing Your ASC for Surveys
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 ready. If you want to lead with confidence when the surveyor walks in, this episode is...
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Tray Command - ASHRAE 43 & Sterile Processing: Managing Your Sterile Storage Environment
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 guideline 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 understanding when to monitor, when to escalate, and when reprocessing is actually required, he'll walk...
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Sterile Horizons - Sterility Assurance in ASCs: Tools & Techniques
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 holding teams back. If you’re ready to tighten up your workflow and build...
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Tray Command - Cart Before the Scalpel: The Accuracy That Drives Surgery
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 turn incomplete carts into streamlined workflows. Whether you're dealing with multiple...
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At the Tip of Safety: Sustainable Solutions for Instrument Protection
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 every stage of reprocessing. Through their commitment to performance and sustainability,...
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Sterile Horizons - Running on Empty: The Inventory Crunch in ASCs
Beyond Clean Podcast
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 with less, this conversation delivers practical tools and relatable wisdom to help...
info_outlineWhen seconds matter, where your instruments are stored can make all the difference. On this episode of Beyond Clean’s “Tray Command,” Bobby Parker and guest co-host Angela Benson sit down with OR Nurse and First Case Podcast co-host Melanie Perry for a candid look at what happens when critical instruments are stored too far from the OR. From sub-sterile setups and backup trays to the push for faster turnovers, Melanie shares how proximity, preparation, and teamwork between SPD and the OR can make or break a case. Tune in today for a conversation that brings the focus back to what really matters—communication, coordination, and connection between surgical teams—to keep every case moving safely and efficiently!
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