Best Dental Ergonomics Podcasts (2024)

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Process This! Episode 109: Surprising Data on Sterile Processing Packaging

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In episode 109, host Jon Wood speaks with Malinda Elammari, Clinical Education Specialist at Healthmark Industries, a Getinge company, about unexpected data on packaging in the SPD. Elammari reviews packaging types and levels as well as confusion and misconceptions that can be found. Earn CE NowBy Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

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Episode 7: Tips for New Grads 38:16

8h ago38:16

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As a dental hygienist of 16 years, I'm excited to share what I wish I would have known as a new grad! Congrats on graduating school and I hope these tips are helpful. To watch on YouTube, click here Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 2:31 - From School to the Office 6:33 - Office Red Flags 10:05 - Office Green Flags 14:10 - Pay Isn't Everything 15:21 - Time M…

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Process This! Episode 108: Sterile Processing and Dental Instruments 24:34

5d ago24:34

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In episode 108, host Jon Wood speaks with Julie Morrill and Karen Raposa, regional managers at HuFriedyGroup, aChicago-based dental supply and equipment company. Morrill and Raposa sink their teeth into infection prevention compliance associated with dental instruments. They also discuss common challenges when processing tiny, delicate dental instr…

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Episode 6: Products You Need in Dentistry! 27:16

14d ago27:16

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Today's episode we are discussing my favorite ergonomic products for dental clinicians! To watch on YouTube, click here 00:00 - Intro 2:26 - Hearing Protection 4:32 - Ergonomic Loupes 9:14 - Ergonomic Seating 14:29 - Suction Devices 16:42 - Ergonomic Instruments 20:49 - Cordless Handpieces 22:23 - Electric Handpieces 24:13 - Voice Activated Chartin…

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Process This! Episode 107: The Ergonomic Benefits of Work-Area Layout in the SPD

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In episode 107, host Jon Wood speaks with Hannah Schroeder, Clinical Education Specialist at Pure Processing. Schroeder provides her recommendations and rationalizations for record keeping, time stamping, organization, and foot-traffic flow to contribute to the success of the Sterile Processing department (SPD). Benefits of SPD ergonomic initiative…

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45. Beating Burnout w/ Shivani Barto + THE ALIGN RETREAT! 39:31

28d ago39:31

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In this episode, you'll hear: The definition of burnout, how it shows up, and what you need to know as a dental professional The difference between chronic stress and burnout Tangible tools and practices to support stress and beat burnout Introducing... The Align Retreat! Calling all Women in Dentistry--Are you ready to get away? (Details below) Th…

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Process This! Episode 106: HSPA Foundation & Mercy Ships: A Shared Mission to Change Lives 27:58

1M ago27:58

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In episode 106, host Jon Wood speaks with Kimberly Ames, the Global Programatic Lead Recruiter and U.S. Recruitment Manager at Mercy Ships, about the importance of the Mercy Ships mission, what it takes to volunteer, and the steps necessary to go from application to serving. Also featured on this podcast is Brenda Esparza, the HSPA Foundation’s fir…

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Episode 5: Top 5 Ergonomic Mistakes 24:43

2M ago24:43

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Today's episode is covering the Top 5 ergonomic mistakes I've seen doing assessments over the past few years. 00:00 Intro 01:56 Not Establishing Neutral Posture 06:19 Twisting and Reaching 12:38 Not Taking Microbreaks 16:23 Improper Patient Positioning 21:14 Excessive Grip 23:46 Recap To watch on YouTube, click here For my FREE Operator Positioning…

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Process This! Episode 105: Drying Medical Devices Before Sterilization: A Vital Step 32:46

2M ago32:46

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In episode 105, host Jon Wood speaks with Ann Hewitt and Bob Straub from CENORIN about the critical importance of drying instruments prior to sterilization. More specifically, they discuss how moisture present on devices prior to undergoing steam sterilization or low-temperature sterilization can negatively affect the processes and potentially resu…

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43. Ergonomic Mastery 17:08

2M ago17:08

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In this episode, you'll hear: What ergonomics is and what you need to pay attention to Common risk factors for pain and MSDs in dentistry, and how to reduce your risk Practical tips and ideas for better ergonomics and overall well-being Your personal invitation to HygieneWell RESOURCES: For hygienists who are interested in HygieneWell, learn more h…

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44. How Yoga Can Help Dental Pro's 22:22

2M ago22:22

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By Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

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Ep 41. Navigating the Seasons of Life w/ Caitlin's Story 14:53

2M ago14:53

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Welcome back to another season of The Aligned Hygienist Podcast! Caitlin returns for Season 2 by sharing where she's been, her recent move, and why she took a long break from the podcast. Caitlin weaves her personal story with lessons she's learned along the way that serve as reminders for us as we navigate life's ups and downs. Disclaimer: This ep…

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42. 5 Need-to-Know Ergonomic Tips 15:38

2M ago15:38

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Are you struggling with your ergonomics and posture, or experiencing pain? You'll want to tune into this episode, where Caitlin dives deep into 5 no-no moves when it comes to your ergonomics. This episode is applicable to both dental clinicians and desk workers. Get ready to be inspired to take action on your ergonomics this week at work! In this e…

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Episode 4: How to Reduce Hand, Wrist, and Forearm Pain 22:11

2M ago22:11

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Hi, I'm Stephanie, a practicing dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist. I help dental and office workers with their ergonomics and posture through my company, Polished Posture. In this episode, we discuss hand/wrist pain and how this ONE habit could be the cause of it all. Plus I give tips on ergonomic instruments, my pet peeve about mirrors, a…

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Process This! Episode 104: AAMI Standard and TIR Updates for Sterile Processing 33:33

2M ago33:33

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In episode 104, host Jon Wood speaks with HSPA Clinical Educator Sue Klacik about several key AAMI standards and technical information reports (TIRs) that affect Sterile Processing. Specifically, she provides updates about ANSI/AAMI ST108, Water for the processing of medical devices, AAMI TIR99 Dilator and ultrasound probes processing in health car…

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Burnout, Hygiene Shortage & CE w/ Britt Glauz, AKA Brush with Britt 38:01

3M ago38:01

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On this episode, Britt and I talk about the hygienist shortage including stress, burnout, and other challenges hygienists face. We discuss the importance of continuing education and immersing yourself in a community of dental professionals to continue to learn, grow, and keep your passion for dentistry ignited. Britt Glauz is a California-based den…

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Infection Control & Safe Team Culture w/ Michelle Strange 38:13

3M ago38:13

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On this episode of The Aligned Hygienist podcast, I talk with the amazing Michelle Strange, RDH. Today's podcast talks about infection control and the importance of understanding infection prevention and incorporating it into offices with a safe team culture to protect ourselves and our patients. About Michelle: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, has mor…

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Wellness Wednesday w/ Caitlin | Hand and Wrist 26:55

3M ago26:55

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Welcome to the first Wellness Wednesday! On this episode, Caitlin talks about hand and wrist pain for dental professionals. Whether you have hand/wrist pain, discomfort, and tension, or you want to prevent pain, you don't want to miss this episode. Caitlin reviews tools, resources, ergonomic tips, and products to help protect your most valuable ass…

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Taking Care of YOU and Ergo Loupes w/ Kaitlyn Melody 45:47

3M ago45:47

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In this episode, I talk with Kaitlyn Melody about all things practitioner self-care, ergonomic loupes, and building a community of dental support for your journey. Guest Bio: Kaitlyn Melody is a Registered Dental hygienist, Sales Rep for LumaDent, and has a strong interest in ergonomics. She's a back up plan fanatic, has a passion for helping other…

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Ergonomics & Thrive w/ Cindy Purdy 51:47

3M ago51:47

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On this episode, I talk with Cindy Purdy about all things ergonomics, including awareness, creating change, signs vs symptoms of disease, practical things we can do to alleviate or prevent pain, and the Thrive! Ergonomic and Wellness Summit. Cindy Purdy is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist (CEAS) who specia…

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Emotional Intelligence & Team Growth w/ Corinne Jameson-Kuehl of Custom Dental Solutions. 38:32

3M ago38:32

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In this episode, I talk with Cori Jameson-Kuehl of Custom Dental Solutions about all things emotional intelligence, personal growth, and personality tests for team growth. Guest Bio: Corinne Jameson-Kuehl, RDH, BS has been involved in the business of dentistry for over 20 years. She is an experienced dental business owner with background experience…

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Hygiene Growth + Career Coaching w/ Kim Augustus 21:45

3M ago21:45

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Welcome back to another episode on The Aligned Hygienist Podcast. In this episode, I chat with Kimberly Augustus on hygiene growth and career coaching. We talk about: - The gap between what you learn in school & real-world dentistry - Why getting support is helping - How you can continue to grow in your career - Surrounding yourself with the right …

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High-Level Hygiene, Self-Care & Reflection, and HygieneIntrapreneur w/ Elaine Rodriguez 50:26

3M ago50:26

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Welcome to another episode of The Aligned Hygienist Podcast! This week I chat with Elaine Rodriguez, owner & founder of Dental Laser Integrations and HygieneIntrapreneur. We talk about what it means to be a high-performing hygienist and how to continuously thrive and grow in the dental industry. In this episode we discuss: - What the hygiene intrap…

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Hygiene Elevated w/ Joffree Bunleang 45:11

3M ago45:11

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In this episode of The Aligned Hygienist podcast, I chat with Joffree Bunleang, a hygienist and hygiene consultant. We discuss challenges, tips, and insights for hygienists and offices to create better systems, protocols, and team culture. In this episode, we discuss: Joffree’s journey as a hygienist to becoming a hygiene consultant The challenges …

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Self-Care, Personal Development & Alignment w/ Chloe Rowsome 44:15

3M ago44:15

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On this episode of The Aligned Hygienist podcast, I talk with Chloe Rowsome, a dental hygienist and mindset coach for millennial women. We talk about how self-awareness, self-reflection, and self-care can play a powerful role in becoming a better clinician, leader, and version of yourself. How do you know if you're in alignment? Tune in to this wee…

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Transitioning from Hygiene School to Practice w/ Astrida Curtis 38:03

3M ago38:03

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On this episode of The Aligned Hygienist podcast, Caitlin has Astrida Curtis back on the podcast to talk about how new hygienist graduates (students + RDHs) can navigate the transition through interviewing, temping, resume building, conquering the hour appointment, ergonomics, and more. Every student RDH and new RDH grad must listen! Astrida Curtis…

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To Loupe or Not to Loupe 15:46

3M ago15:46

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Welcome back to another Wellness Wednesday on The Aligned Hygienist Podcast. In this short episode, Caitlin talks about loupes: to loupe or not to loupe? Caitlin breaks down the difference between traditional loupes and ergonomic loupes, the pros/cons, and why you should consider checking out ergonomic loupes when you're ready—they're a game-change…

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Oral Cancer, HPV, and The Cotten Method w/ Susan Cotten 32:26

3M ago32:26

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On this episode of The Aligned Hygienist, Caitlin talks with Susan Cotten about all things oral cancer screenings for dental professionals and dental teams. Susan is an educator, speaker, writer, and consultant, and the founder of The Cotten Method; an OCS method for dental practitioners. In this episode, she shares the WHY + the HOW behind screeni…

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Wellness Wednesday w/ Caitlin | 3 Ergo Tips 19:05

3M ago19:05

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On this weeks Wellness Wednesday episode, Caitlin breaks down basic ergonomics tips and recommendations for those that are new on the ergonomics journey or want to return to the basics as a reminder! Links to Share: To join The Aligned Hygienist 12-week group coaching program for RDHs, click here: https://thealignedhygienist.com/hygienists/ If you'…

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Values, Self-Care & Team Success w/ The Mint Door (Dr. Laura Schwindt & Dr. Karen Tindall) 37:41

3M ago37:41

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On this episode of the podcast, Caitlin talks with Dr. Laura Schwindt and Dr. Karen Tindall of The Mint Door. We talk about values, carrying extra weight around in the world, taking care of ourselves, and well-being as it relates to the whole-person and whole-practice success. Dr. Karen Tindall and Dr. Laura Schwindt combine their love of people, t…

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Transitioning to the Dental Practice & Uplevel Standard of Care w/ Kevin Lopez, RDH 42:10

3M ago42:10

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On this episode of The Aligned Hygienist podcast, Caitlin chats with Kevin Lopez. Kevin is a newly graduated RDH who's passionate about uplifting patient care and the dental industry. We talk about navigating the dental world as a new grad, best tips and practices for providing the standard of care & finding employment, and we finish by talking abo…

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Get to the Root Cause of TMD w/ Dr. Karen-Ann Gordon 28:57

3M ago28:57

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Caitlin talks with Dr. Karen-Ann Gordon, RDH, and a chiropractic physician. We talk about all things TMD. Karen-Ann shares her whole-body perspective approach to help ourselves, our families, and our patients overcome TMD. Our whole body is connected; learn how you can relieve TMD symptoms by getting to the root cause of the issue. Learn more, do b…

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Creating the Triple Win w/ Tiffany Wuebben, The Hygienepreneur 55:10

3M ago55:10

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On this week's episode, Caitlin talks with Tiffany Cavazos, a dental hygienist and founder of The Hygienepreneur. Caitlin and Tiffany talk about creating a thriving hygiene practice, and truly embodying the triple win: patient, hygienist, and dentist/office. Learn new tools and get empowered on this episode of The Aligned Hygienist with Tiffany! Ti…

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Becoming a Healthcare Hygienist w/ Melissa Obrotka 46:26

3M ago46:26

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Welcome Melissa Obrotka to the show today. On this episode, we talk about the health of dental hygiene, and what it means to embrace being a Healthcare Hygienist. Melissa shares her story of working in the dental industry for over 25 years, and we talk about minimally invasive therapies, and specifically, Guided Biofilm Therapy, or GBT, by EMS. Mel…

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Mental Health & Being Human w/ Bethany Montoya 54:44

3M ago54:44

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Ever feel like you're struggling alone? This is a special episode with Bethany Montoya you won't want to miss. We talk about the importance of mental health, being human and taking care of yourself in dentistry. Bethany's journey as a hygienist, working in a sleep medicine practice, her passion for writing in dentistry, and the importance of growin…

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Getting Eco-Friendly w/ Lynda Sherman and Get Mouthy 47:38

3M ago47:38

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I had so much fun chatting with Lynda Sherman on this week's episode. In this episode, we talk about environmentally friendly dental products for our patients, and how, as dental professionals, we can make really simple changes in our day-to-day product usage to reduce our waste in the office. Lynda's passionate about reducing waste and our intake …

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Get Organized in the Op w/ Zirc 33:00

3M ago33:00

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Interested in learning more about ergonomic instruments or how to create better efficiency systems in your office? This episode is for you! I got to chat with Brittany Gray, a CDA of 23 years, turned Product and Efficiency Consultant with Zirc Dental. Ready to Marie Condo Your Office? We discuss the importance of creating systems in the op with the…

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Stress and Burnout w/ Kari Carter-Cherilus 39:24

3M ago39:24

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By Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS

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Episode 3: Which Dental Stool is Right for You? 14:41

3M ago14:41

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Hi, I'm Stephanie, a practicing dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist. I help dental and office workers with their ergonomics and posture through my company, Polished Posture. In this episode, we discuss traditional vs saddle stools! 00:00 - Intro 1:57 - How to Adjust Your Stool 5:30 - My Beef with Traditional Stools 7:06 - Saddle Stools 8:25 …

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Episode 2: All About Ergonomic Loupes 20:39

3M ago20:39

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Hi, I'm Stephanie, a practicing dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist. I help dental and office workers with their ergonomics and posture through my company, Polished Posture. In this episode, we discuss all things ergonomic loupes! I'll demonstrate the difference between ergo and traditional loupes, and will answer the most frequently asked q…

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Process This! Episode 103: Laying the Foundation for a Successful Robotics Service Line 29:55

3M ago29:55

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In episode 103, host Jon Wood speaks with Marcy Duffy, Intuitive’s Genesis Reprocessing Product Manager, about robotics in reprocessing. She identifies critical factors to consider when planning a robotics service line, including workflow and layout, assessment of current equipment, understanding how a robotics program fits into current operations,…

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Episode 1: The One About Posture 24:33

3M ago24:33

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Hi, I'm Stephanie, a practicing dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist. I help dental and office workers with their ergonomics and posture through my company, Polished Posture. In my very first podcast episode, we talk about how important posture is, not only to our spine and muscles, but other areas that may surprise you! 00:00 - Intro 2:28 - …

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Process This! Episode 102: All About Your Health in Sterile Processing 26:15

4M ago26:15

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In our 102nd episode, host Jon Wood speaks with fitness trainer and nutrition coach, Brenda Edwards, about physical, emotional and mental health. Specifically, she shares her recommendations for mobility activities to address the physical demands within the Sterile Processing department. Click the link to see Brenda’s SP workout! https://cghustle.z…

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Process This! Episode 101: Peeling Back The Layers on SPD Water Quality 28:15

4M ago28:15

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In our 101st episode, host Jon Wood reviews the most recent articles found in HSPA’s PROCESS magazine related to water quality. Specifically, he explores the article, “A Leader’s Guide to Understanding and Following ST108,” authored by Marie Brewer, and key aspects of “Guarding the Gateway: Ensuring Water-Related Safety and Quality in Sterile Proce…

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Process This! Episode 100 Top Ten Episode Moments of 2023 53:00

4M ago53:00

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In our 100th episode, host Jon Wood revisits 10 must-hear segments from a variety of HSPA interviews conducted in 2023. Some of these discussions include surgical instruments and IFU, a PPE “arsenal” found at a VA hospital, and English as a second language in Sterile Processing. These conversations and more are discussed in this, one-hour special p…

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Process This! Episode 99: Time, Temperature & Humidity: Their Effect on Device Soil Drying 34:04

5M ago34:04

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In episode 99, host Jon Wood speaks with Sue Klacik and Terra Kremer about how time, temperature and humidity affect soil drying on medical devices. They also address challenges associated with weather conditions and the transporting of soiled instruments to Sterile Processing areas.Earn CE NowBy Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

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Process This! Episode 98: Meet Monique Jelks, President, HSPA Board of Directors 35:16

6M ago35:16

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In episode 98, host Jon Wood speaks with HSPA President, Monique Jelks, about her journey into Sterile Processing (SP), her passion for problem solving, process improvement and supporting fellow SP professionals—and how they helped lead her to become President of the HSPA Board of Directors. Earn CE Now…

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Process This! Episode 97: AORN Guidelines and Sterile Processing 27:29

6M ago27:29

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In episode 97, host Jon Wood speaks with AORN's Senior Perioperative Practice Specialist, Amber Wood, about the AORN guidelines writing process and the documents’ relevance to Sterile Processing (SP) practices. Amber also addresses how others can become involved in the AORN guideline-writing process.Earn CE Now…

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Process This! Episode 96: Inside the AAMI Standards 26:45

7M ago26:45

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In episode 96, host Jon Wood speaks with HSPA Clinical Educator, Sue Klacik, who has served on the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation’s (AAMI’s) standard committees for many years. She shares her unique insights about the importance of AAMI standards and their critical roles in ensuring best practices and appropriate process…

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Process This! Episode 95: Pasteurization in Sterile Processing 55:00

7M ago55:00

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In episode 95, host Jon Wood discusses pasteurization and its role in Sterile Processing with HSPA’s guests, Richard Radford and Ann Hewitt of Cenorin. Radford and Hewitt discuss the history of thermal disinfection—and how the process that was originally applied to the food industry has been adopted by the healthcare industry. Specifically, they di…

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