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Special Episode Release – On Pathogens & PPE Ep 9: Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) Oct 26, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

Get ready to scrub up and join the fight against surgical site infections (SSIs) in this must-listen episode of "On Pathogens & PPE!" Host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Patrick Gordon are joined by special guests Jhmeid Billingslea and Jeri Culbertson to explore the risk factors, prevention strategies, and Sterile Processing's role in preventing SSIs. From preoperative prep and intraoperative prevention to post-op wound care and surveillance, these experts are here to help you cover all the bases to help keep your patients safe. Tune in and get ready to lead the charge against SSIs in your facility!

A special thanks to our Year 1 sponsor Healthmark, a Getinge company, for making this series possible!

#FirstCase #BeyondClean #OnPathogensandPPE #SterileProcessing #InfectionPrevention #Podcast

*Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.

Special Episode Release – Sterile Horizons - Lean ASC: Designing for Efficiency & Safety Oct 19, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

What does it really take to build an ASC Sterile Processing department that runs lean and safe? In this premiere episode of our new podcast series "Sterile Horizons," we're joined by longtime industry consultant David Jagrosse to explore the core principles behind ASCs that work smarter—not harder. From eliminating waste to improving team flow and reducing risk, David walks us through what lean design looks like in the fast-paced world of ambulatory surgery. Whether you're planning a new build or redesigning your current layout, this conversation delivers practical takeaways to help your team streamline for safety, efficiency, and long-term success. Press play and take your ASC to the next level today!

A special thanks to our sponsor, Solventum, for supporting this podcast series!

#FirstCase #BeyondClean #Solventum #SterileHorizons #ASC #Workflows #SterileProcessing #SPDLayout #Safety #Efficiency

Special Episode Release - On Pathogens & PPE: Transporting Contaminated Instruments Oct 12, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

From the OR to SPD, those contaminated instruments are on the move, and so are pathogens! In this Season 2 premiere of "On Pathogens & PPE," host Jill Holdsworth and co-host Nicholas Day are joined by Rebecca Lauber, Kendall Ashe, Adam Okada, and Crystal Heishman to break down what really happens when soiled instruments leave the OR and make their journey to decontam. From point-of-use pre-treatment and biofilm build-up to OSHA requirements and AAMI standards, this crew digs into what it really means to move biohazards safely through your facility. Because soil transport isn't just about getting instruments from A to B -- it's about protecting everyone they pass along the way!

A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible.

#FirstCase #BeyondClean #TransmissionControl #Healthmark #Getinge #OnPathogensAndPPE #SterileProcessing #InfectionPrevention #Podcast

*Disclaimer: The views provided by hosts and guests on this series do not represent any employer, company, or third party, and are solely that of the individuals themselves.

Special Episode Release – Operate in Harmony - Compliance and Clarity Through Connected Technology Oct 05, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

When case information, vendor requirements, and compliance data live in separate systems, even a small gap can create major delays. In Episode 2 of "Operate in Harmony," Brendan Shaw from ReadySet and Jay McDonald from Green Security join us to explore how connected technology can bring greater clarity to the people, products, and processes supporting every surgical case. From linking EHR, ERP, scheduling, and vendor credentialing systems to reducing duplicate work and identifying missing requirements before the day of surgery, this conversation reveals how real-time visibility can help teams stay compliant, prepared, and ahead of costly disruptions. Tune in today to discover how connected technology can help your team spend less time chasing information and more time focusing on patient care.

A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible.

#FirstCase #PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Technology

Special Episode Release - Evidence Over Expense - What Really Matters When Evaluating UV Technology Sep 28, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

Not all UV technologies are created equal, and for supply chain teams, knowing the difference leads to better purchasing decisions. In this episode of "Evidence Over Expense," Dr. Sarah Simmons, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC, and Juan Gonzalez from Xenex help cut through the confusion and explain what healthcare organizations should really be looking for before investing in UV technology. From FDA authorization and product safety to service, support, and long-term usability, this conversation gives supply chain teams a clear path to smarter decision-making. If your team is evaluating UV technology, this episode will help you ask the right questions, avoid the wrong assumptions, and look beyond the price tag to what truly drives value.

BONUS CONTENT: Be sure to download the free Supply Chain UV Checklist Tool to help your team ask the right questions and make more informed purchasing decisions. Click here to download: https://9231499.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/9231499/Power%20Supply/Podcast/Xenex%20Bonus%20Content%20-%20Episode2.pdf

A special thanks to our sponsor, Xenex, for making this series possible.

#FirstCase #PowerSupply #Xenex #HealthcareSupplyChain #InfectionPrevention #ValueAnalysis #EvidenceOverExpense #UVTechnology #Podcast

Special Episode Release - A Speck in Your Eye: Putting an End to the Finger-Pointing Sep 21, 2026

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A new season of First Case is on the way! In the meantime, we're featuring a few episodes from our friends at Beyond Clean and Power Supply. Tune in today!

Black specks may be small, but the tension they create between departments can be anything but. In this episode of "What the Speck?," Alex Miseirvitch from Aesculap® joins us to talk about one of the most overlooked challenges in solving the black speck mystery—finger-pointing. When trays are rejected and surgeries are delayed, the pressure to find someone responsible can quickly overshadow the real goal: protecting patients and solving the issue together. Alex shares lessons from the field on how teams can move past blame and work together to find real solutions. Because when everyone is focused on proving who's right, it becomes a lot harder to solve what's actually wrong. Tune in today!

A special thanks to our sponsor, Aesculap®, for supporting this podcast series!

#FirstCase #BeyondClean #Aesculap #SterileProcessing #WhatTheSpeck #BlackSpecks #SurgicalTrays #Podcast

Season 11 Rewind - Going Beyond Opioids: Discovering the Benefits of Music Sep 14, 2026

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A new season of First Case is coming soon! Until then, we're bringing some Season 11 favorites back for another listen.

Bob Marley once said, "One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain." Everyone can recognize the power that music has. We're drawn to it emotionally and spiritually, but we can also be affected by it physiologically. In today's interview with Dr. Alice Cash, CEO & Founder, Surgical Serenity Solutions, we're going to uncover the many ways that music can benefit surgical patients. As a clinical musicologist and researcher, Dr. Alice has been studying the effects of music on the surgical patient for many years. Join us as Dr. Alice teaches us about the many benefits of music, how music can affect surgical patients, and discover how music can reduce postoperative pain.

#operatingroom #surgery #opioidcrisis #opioids #music #musictherapy #perioperative #ornurse #scrubtech #painmanagement

Season 11 Rewind - Going Beyond Opioids: Implementing ERAS Pathways Sep 07, 2026

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A new season of First Case is coming soon! Until then, we're bringing some Season 11 favorites back for another listen.

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Pathways are changing the surgical experience for our patients. Our surgical patients are experiencing shorter lengths of stay, decreased postoperative pain, a more rapid return of bowel function, and decreased readmission rates. Joining us today to provide more insight into the implementation and benefits of ERAS pathways is Kim Duggan, Senior Director and ERAS Specialist at Pacira Biosciences. Tune in to hear Kim's personal experience establishing ERAS pathways at her facility, learn what barriers she faced, and how she succeeded. We'll also learn more about one of the non-opioid medications commonly used to provide long-term pain relief for our surgical patients. Tune in for more!

#operatingroom #surgery #opioidcrisis #opioids #opioidsparingsurgery #perioperative #ornurse #scrubtech #ERASPathway #painmanagement

Season 11 Rewind - Going Beyond Opioids: Redefining Pain Management Aug 31, 2026

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A new season of First Case is coming soon! Until then, we're bringing some Season 11 favorites back for another listen.

Are you ready for Season 11 to begin?? In this season, we're "Going Beyond Opioids" and focusing on the opioid crisis and alternative pain management methods. And we're kicking it off with none other than Orthopedic Surgeon and Opioid Sparing Advocate, Dr. Scott Sigman! Tune in as Dr. Sigman shares his personal experiences and insights into the devastating effects of the opioid crisis and find out what sparked his passion for opioid sparing techniques. Plus, learn with us as Dr. Sigman discusses the transformative impact of opioid-sparing techniques in practice. Don't miss this powerful discussion that challenges the status quo in pain management!

#operatingroom #surgery #opioidcrisis #opioids #opioidsparingsurgery #perioperative #ornurse #scrubtech

Silo-Free Surgery: Beyond the Bundle: What IPs Need to See Before, During, and After Surgery Aug 24, 2026

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All season long, we've been breaking down the silos between the OR and Infection Prevention teams. So where do we go from here? In this "Silo-Free Surgery" season finale episode, Garrett Hollembeak and Lindsey Joyce are joined by Maureen Spencer and Peter Graves to talk about what it takes to turn collaboration into action. They discuss why effective SSI prevention means looking beyond policies and bundles to observe what's really happening before, during, and after surgery. From outdated policies and overlooked environmental risks to direct observation and surgical stewardship, Maureen and Peter challenge teams to bring the right people to the table and take shared ownership of safer surgical care. The season may be ending, but the work of breaking down silos is just getting started. Tune in today!

Thanks for tuning in to "Silo-Free Surgery!" We'll see you soon for another season of the First Case and Transmission Control podcasts.

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#FirstCase #TransmissionControl #OperatingRoom #InfectionPrevention #SiloFreeSurgery #SSI #SafeSurgery #Collaboration #SSIPrevention #Policies

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