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Harry Mullen: Thinking Critically About The Value Of SPD Credentials (Part 2) Jun 04, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we continue our discussion with Harry Mullen, Manager of Sterile Processing at Riverside University Health System and Director of Operations for Central Sterilization Solutions.

Join us next week when we will begin airing the Beyond Clean Panel Discussion from the 2018 IAHCSMM Annual Conference and Expo entitled, "Packaging Method Myth-Busting". Our expert panelists for the event included Marcia Frieze from Case Medical; Joe Hannibal from Halyard Health; and Barbara Harmer from Innovative Sterilization Technologies. #beyondclean

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Harry Mullen: Straight Talk on Sterile Processing Training Programs May 29, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we speak with Harry Mullen, Manager of Sterile Processing at Riverside University Health System and Director of Operations for Central Sterilization Solutions. He has over 33 years in the medical and sterile processing field. In 2011, He started Central Sterilization Solutions (CSS) along with his partner James Hoxie to teach the CRCST course for technicians desiring a true career in SPD. They have experienced an increase in the average pass rate going from a 65% average to 95% on the technicians first attempt. CSS has also contracted with SPD departments to help hospitals with issues identified by the joint commission and other accreditation organizations, correct the deficiencies, and obtain clearance upon re-inspection. CSS is in the process of creating course curriculums for the CIS, CHL and CER certifications.

Join us next week for Part 2 with Harry Mullen, Manager of Sterile Processing at Riverside University Health System and Director of Operations for Central Sterilization Solutions. #beyondclean

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Jonathan Wilder: Fundamentals of Steam Quality (Part 2) May 21, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we continue our discussion with Jonathan Wilder, President at Stericert Co. and Managing Director, Quality Processing Resource Group, LLC. Dr. Wilder has worked with all thermal and chemical sterilization methods, as well as cleaning and disinfection methodologies, bringing his background in physical chemistry and surface physics to bear upon difficult problems in the field. He has been published in academic and trade journals. He holds an MBA in Technology Management. He has been an active participant in AAMI sterilization standards committees since 1998 and, as of January 2018, is the co-chair of the US standards-making committee for hospital steam sterilizers.

Join us next week when we will speak with Harry Mullen, Manager of Sterile Processing at Riverside University Health System and Director of Operations for Central Sterilization Solutions. #beyondclean

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Jonathan Wilder: The Secret Life of Steam Sterilization (Part 1) May 16, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we speak with Jonathan Wilder, President at Stericert Co. and Managing Director, Quality Processing Resource Group, LLC. Dr. Wilder has worked with all thermal and chemical sterilization methods, as well as cleaning and disinfection methodologies, bringing his background in physical chemistry and surface physics to bear upon difficult problems in the field. He has been published in academic and trade journals. He holds an MBA in Technology Management. He has been an active participant in AAMI sterilization standards committees since 1998 and, as of January 2018, is the co-chair of the US standards-making committee for hospital steam sterilizers.

Join us next week when we will air Part 2 of our interview with Jonathan regarding the Fundamentals of Steam Quality. #beyondclean

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John Dawoodjee: Online Instrument Purchasing and GPOs May 07, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we speak with John Dawoodjee, CEO of Advanced Endoscopy Devices, Inc. John has over 40 years in the medical device industry and started AED, Inc. in 1985 to manufacture ancillary products for a German company, established a repair company for MIS instruments, and formed relationships to be the repair company for repair companies. He became an OEM of endoscopes and instruments launching the EndoscopySuperstore.com in 2015 for hospitals and surgery centers to reduce costs in acquiring and maintaining endoscopic equipment.

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Segment 1 (05:20) - The Future of Instrument Purchasing...Online? Segment 2 (18:15) - Perspectives on Group Purchasing Organizations

Join us next week when we will speak to Jonathan Wilder, President at Stericert Co. and Managing Director, Quality Processing Resource Group, LLC. #beyondclean

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Kara Nadeau: CSPD Salary Survey & Healthcare Writing Apr 23, 2018

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We speak with Kara Nadeau, founder of KLN Communications, Inc. She established the company in 2005 to offer healthcare companies and organizations strategic, results-oriented communications support that is delivered with integrity, reliability and efficiency. She has nearly 20 years of experience as a healthcare writer, having served MedTech and Pharmaceutical Manufacturers; Healthcare Industry Software, Solution and Service Providers; and Industry Associations. Since 2013, she has served as the features editor for Healthcare Purchasing News magazine, covering topics related to the operating room and central sterile/sterile processing departments.

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Segment 1 (04:25) - 2018 Annual HPN CS/SPD Salary Survey Segment 2 (18:50) - Professional Insights for Healthcare Writing

Join us again after the IAHCSMM Annual Conference when we will speak to John Dawoodjee, CEO of Advanced Endoscopy Devices, Inc. #beyondclean

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Adam Okada: Sterile Education App & SPD Training Apr 16, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we speak with Adam Okada, Owner and Founder of Sterile Education an App for iTunes and Android. He has 11 years of experience in Sterile Processing including 6 as a front line worker. He is currently working as HLD Supervisor for Mission Hospital & Mission Hospital Laguna Beach in Orange County, California. He will soon be the SPD Manager for 3 Dignity Health facilities on the Central Coast of California.

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Join us next week when we speak with Kara Nadeua, Features Editor for Healthcare Purchasing News. #beyondclean

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Shawn Flynn: Designing a Dream Department Apr 09, 2018

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This week on Beyond Clean we speak with Shawn Flynn, Manager of Sterile Processing at Lucille Packard Children's Hospital along with his 1st and 2nd shift supervisors Rigo Cardenas and Andrew Estiva to discuss their efforts to build the ideal Sterile Processing Department.

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Segment 1 (04:05) - The Planning & Construction Process Segment 2 (23:25) - A Vision for Industry Excellence

Join us next week when we speak with Adam Okada, Owner and Founder of Sterile Education an App for iTunes and Android #beyondclean

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Lucy Nelson & Alyssa Rowe: Mercy Ships Ministries Apr 02, 2018

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We speak with Lucy Nelson and Alyssa Rowe from Mercy Ships. Mercy Ships began sailing on their mission to provide hope and healing to the world's forgotten poor in 1978. Many nations lack clean water, reliable electricity, medical facilities, and personnel. Because over 50% of the population lives within 100 miles of the coast they have been able to reach more people to provide life-changing surgeries. Mercy ships deliver a state-of-the-art hospital to port cities, providing a controlled, safe and clean environment for patients—and volunteers.

Segment 1 (04:00) - Lucy Nelson, Africa Mercy 2017 Segment 2 (25:25) - Alyssa Rowe, Medical Recruiter

Join us next week when we speak with Shawn Flynn, Manager of Sterile Processing at Lucille Packard Children's Hospital and Supervisors Rigo Cardenas & Andrew Estiva #beyondclean

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David Hilliker: Chemical Monitoring & Employee Safety Mar 26, 2018

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We speak with David Hilliker, President and CEO of ChemDAQ Inc. David's role is focused on developing the business through international partnerships and domestic market expansion as well as driving the research and development team to deliver the next generation of reliable gas detection technology. David has dedicated his career to developing and bringing to market the best technology available for detecting and measuring levels of peracetic acid, hydrogen peroxide, ethylene oxide vapors in the air.

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Segment 1 (04:00) - The Importance of Chemical Monitoring Segment 2 (22:45) - How Chemical Monitoring Works in a CS/SPD Department

Join us next week when we will speak with Lucy Nelson and Alyssa Rowe from Mercy Ships #beyondclean

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