Past CE Webinars
Endoscope Reprocessing: Ask Us Anything! Live Q&A With the Experts
In this one-hour open Q&A session, our clinical experts will answer real-world questions about standardss, guidelines, troubleshooting, storage, drying, quality monitoring, and more.
Webinar Rewind - Open Wide: Why You Need to Keep Your Instruments Open
This webinar rewind was originally broadcast June 2024. This program will review the importance of keeping various medical devices in the open position during both the cleaning and sterilization process. The attendee will understand which standards, guidelines, and regulations supporting this practice for better patient outcomes. The goal of any medical device reprocessing department is to have clean and functional medical devices. Understanding the importance of keeping medical devices in the open position is one of the fundamentals of that process.
Lint and Particulates in the OR, Are they Really Such a Big Deal?
This webinar will look at lint in the processing and perioperative process and the impact it can have on patient safety.
A Slice of Appreciation: SP Week Ideas
What makes sterile processing so vital in the healthcare experience? And why is acknowledging sterile processing during SP Week (October 12 – 18, 2025) so important? In this presentation, Amy DeGraw and Adam Okada will demonstrate why Sterile Processing Week is important, and how we can show our appreciation for these typically undervalued heroes of healthcare throughout the entire year.
Endoscope Reprocessing 2.0: Navigating the Latest Trends and Best Practices
In this engaging one-hour continuing education program, we will delve into the latest developments and emerging trends in endoscope processing. Participants will explore recent outbreaks linked to endoscope reprocessing, review updated guidelines and standards, and discuss best practices to enhance patient safety. By the end of the session, attendees will gain valuable insights into ensuring compliance with the latest standards and improving the overall quality of endoscope reprocessing.
The Overlooked Risk; How A Near-Miss Inspired a Study on Insulation Testing and Patient Safety
This presentation examines the implications of a personal near-miss that catalyzed further investigation into insulation inspection and testing practices. It analyzes the outcomes of two significant studies conducted in 2019 and between 2022 and 2023, which provide critical insights into insulation performance and safety. Additionally, the abstract reviews relevant recommendations and standards that emphasize the necessity of thorough insulation inspections and testing, underscoring their vital role in ensuring a pro-active approach in employee and patient safety.
Verification in Testing and Inspection for Shaver Handpieces: Case Study 2023-2024
This study that was published in the Jan/Feb 2025 edition of the PROCESS magazine covers the cleaning and integrity of shaver handpieces, which remains a patient safety concern, despite technological advancements in testing and inspection methods. This 1-year study, conducted from 2023-2024 and involving 28 facilities across 10 states, aims to identify issues related to debris and damage in shaver handpieces, as well as the contributing factors linked to inadequate tools for cleaning, inspection, verification, and education. Additionally, the study will review the documented adverse events related to shaver handpieces in the FDA MAUDE reporting database.
Drying Matters: Preventing Infection Through Proper Endoscope Drying - A Collection of Evidence
An in-depth look at the critical importance of thorough Endoscope drying.
This presentation will explore the dangers linked to residual moisture in flexible endoscopes and the serious consequences that can result. We will examine both established and recent scientific studies that provide evidence of the risks posed by moisture left in scope lumens. Finally, we will identify common obstacles to achieving complete drying and discuss practical strategies to address them.
Ope! You Have Surveyors. What's Next?
In this presentation, we'll hear from Infection Preventionist and former Sterile Processing professional, Katie Belski (BSHCA, CRCST, CHL, CIS), on how rounding can improve processes, the impact of mock surveys, and how to maintain survey readiness.
The Hidden Risk of Build-Up Biofilm in Reprocessed Endoscopes
Understanding a unique form of biofilm within endoscopes as the underpinning cause for the prevalence of endoscope-associated outbreaks.
You Want What? When? Enhancing Communication Between OR and SP
OR and SP work closely together to ensure patient needs are met. This program examines the common issues that can cause the communication and relationship issues between the departments to be strained. Emphasis will be on methods to improve communication.
Disinfection in Healthcare: Pitfalls, Challenges and Getting it Right
Reviews the impact of biofilms, what they are, how they form and how to address them with an emphasis on why disinfectants often fail despite the EPA registration. How this impacts patient welfare and infection rates. Look at multiple solutions some specific and some general.
