Microbes Beware: Disinfection & Sterilization of Endoscopes

Beyond Clean Podcast

When it comes to endoscope reprocessing, how do you choose between high-level disinfection and sterilization? In this week’s new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes” series, we’re sitting down with scope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple, to explore the decision-making process behind these critical cleaning methods. We'll delve into the pros and cons of each approach, discuss the impact on workflow efficiency and patient safety, and share real-world strategies for making the best choice for your facility. Whether you're navigating resource constraints, regulatory guidelines, or aiming for the highest standard of clean, this conversation is packed with insights to help you keep your reprocessing workflows running smoothly. We can’t wait for you to join us!

This innovative 6-week podcast series is designed to empower you and your team to transform your approach to endoscope care and handling. Each episode features industry experts, educators, and frontline technicians, sharing their knowledge and experience, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of endoscope innovation and best practices. Whether you're in Sterile Processing, the OR, or Infection Prevention, this series will equip you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your endoscope processes. A special thanks to our sponsor Richard Wolf, for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life. For more information, contact Richard Wolf customer service at [e-mail] Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits. #BeyondClean #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #PatientSafety #RichardWolf #UnbrokenSeries