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Robotic surgery is a game-changer for patient care — but what does that mean for the teams responsible for safely reprocessing these complex instruments? In this episode of “On Pathogens & PPE,” hosts Jill Holdsworth and Rebecca Alvino are joined by Rebecca Peplau, Vanessa Frank, and Tamara Behm to tackle the most common challenges of robotic instrument reprocessing. From sinks that are too small and complex IFUs to flushing challenges and drying dilemmas, these experts break down what it truly takes to safely reprocess these intricate devices. Tune in to learn which quality checks matter most, why OR point-of-use care is critical, and how collaboration can help your team #FightDirty with confidence.

Over the next 12 weeks, Jill and special guests from across the industry will team up to share actionable strategies for fighting pathogens while building stronger partnerships between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention teams. Whether you’re in SPD, IP, or both—this series is designed to empower you and your team with the knowledge and tools that make a real difference!

New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Tuesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible.

#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.

Patient safety starts with a clean environment—but how often do gray areas in cleaning responsibilities create confusion between Infection Prevention and Environmental Services? In this Season 4 premiere of Transmission Control, hosts Garrett Hollembeak and Trey Morrow sit down with Mike Epperson, Area Vice President at HHS, to explore one of healthcare’s most critical partnerships: IP and EVS. From IV pumps and bedside commodes to isolation signage and EVS cart setup, they tackle the gaps that emerge when cleaning responsibilities aren’t clearly defined and documented. Mike shares how IPs can round with intention, support proper disinfectant use and dwell times, and use tools like UV markers as education instead of “gotcha” audits. Every patient is impacted by the environment, and this conversation shows why strong IP–EVS collaboration is foundational to keeping it clean, compliant, and survey-ready.

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#TransmissionControl #InfectionPrevention #Podcast #Season4 #BuiltToHeal #EVS #IP #Collaboration #EnvironmentalCleaning #Compliance

Hey #CleanFreaks, pop quiz: When’s the last time you washed your hands on the clean side, and should you have? On this episode of “On Pathogens & PPE,” host Jill Holdsworth, co-host Rebecca Alvino, and special guests Ebow Holdbrook-Smith and Ivan Gowe dive into the gray areas of when, where, and how SPD staff should be performing hand hygiene. From identifying the critical transition points where hands need to be cleaned to understanding why your decontam sink is off-limits for handwashing, these IP experts tackle what’s missing in current guidance and how to build better hand hygiene practices into your workflow. So grab your hand sanitizer and tune in—because keeping your hands clean keeps everyone safe!

Over the next 12 weeks, Jill and special guests from across the industry will team up to share actionable strategies for fighting pathogens while building stronger partnerships between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention teams. Whether you’re in SPD, IP, or both—this series is designed to empower you and your team with the knowledge and tools that make a real difference!

New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Tuesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible.

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

*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.

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!

Over the next 12 weeks, Jill and special guests from across the industry will team up to share actionable strategies for fighting pathogens while building stronger partnerships between Sterile Processing and Infection Prevention teams. Whether you’re in SPD, IP, or both—this series is designed to empower you and your team with the knowledge and tools that make a real difference!

New episodes of On Pathogens & PPE will release each Tuesday on all Beyond Clean & Transmission Control channels. A special thanks to our Year 2 sponsor, Healthmark, A Getinge Company, for making this series possible.

#TransmissionControl #BeyondClean #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.

How do we turn hard-won victories into lasting change, inside hospitals and across our communities? In the Season 3 finale of the Transmission Control Podcast, Garrett and Jill sit down with Allie Piatkowski, Founder and CEO of Piat Public Health. Allie reflects on the personal leap of launching her own public health consultancy and the wins she’s seeing in a field still navigating post-pandemic realities. Our conversation challenges infection preventionists to zoom out beyond the four walls of acute care and rethink how community health, public health, and IP intersect. From collaboration gaps to change fatigue, Allie offers practical insight on sustaining momentum, avoiding burnout, and keeping prevention work visible, even when success means nothing happens at all. This finale is both a celebration and a call to action: victories matter, but sustainment is what truly transforms systems!

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What does it really take to succeed in infection prevention when the playbook isn’t clear? In this episode of the Transmission Control Podcast, we sit down with Whitney Daum to explore the human skills of IP leadership that matter just as much as the data. Whitney shares how her background in nursing, public health, and education shapes the way she builds trust, navigates uncertainty, and leads with influence rather than authority. From reading the room and asking better questions to knowing when to pivot in construction meetings, outbreak responses, or high-stakes conversations with clinical leaders, Whitney offers practical advice for new and seasoned IPs alike. If you’ve ever struggled to balance standards, data, and people—or wondered how to communicate without being threatening and lead with humility—this episode shows you how the best IPs connect the technical work with the human impact.

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From the drawing board to the operating room, every detail in endoscope design matters! In Episode 2 of our new podcast series “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes,” ASP’s Khoi Pham and Tamara Beehler join us for an insider’s look at the science behind endoscope design, functionality, and innovation. From cutting-edge materials to automated systems, they reveal how modern endoscope designs are solving complex challenges while prioritizing patient care and safety. With firsthand insights and a glimpse into the prototypes shaping the future, this episode will change how you view these critical devices. Step into the next era of endoscope design – tune in now!

This dynamic 6-part series explores the critical world of endoscope innovation, design, and safety. Each episode will feature insights from industry leaders and clinical experts who are transforming the way we approach scope safety and sterility. From frontline technicians to department leaders, this series will equip your team with powerful strategies to transform your reprocessing workflows!

A special thanks to our sponsor, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life.

#BeyondClean #TransmissionControl #ASP #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #ScopeSafety #Podcast

*This episode is not approved for CE Credit.

Buckle up, #EndoscopeEnthusiasts! We’re kicking off our exclusive new series, “Safe & Sterile Endoscopes,” sponsored by ASP, with an exciting look at the history and innovation of modern endoscopes. This week, Dr. Klaus Mergener, a GI physician and internationally recognized expert in gastroenterology and endoscopy, takes us back to where it all began – exploring the evolution from rigid steel tubes and simple designs to today’s high-tech medical devices that play a critical role in patient care. Tune in to discover how early innovators transformed challenges into breakthroughs – and why understanding the past is key to advancing the future of endoscope reprocessing and patient safety. Press play and join us today!

This dynamic 6-part series explores the critical world of endoscope innovation, design, and safety. Each episode will feature insights from industry leaders and clinical experts who are transforming the way we approach scope safety and sterility. From frontline technicians to department leaders, this series will equip your team with powerful strategies to transform your reprocessing workflows!

A special thanks to our sponsor, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), for making this series possible! Their commitment to education and quality in endoscope care has been instrumental in bringing this series to life.

#TransmissionControl #BeyondClean #ASP #Endoscopes #SterileProcessing #ScopeSafety #Podcast

Welcome to the second video in another three part series with Justin and Larry as they tackle gastroscope safety signals! This video expands on the topic and gives insight into what the potential risks are…

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Welcome to final video in another three part series with Justin and Larry as they tackle gastroscope safety signals! This video is a recap on the topic that wraps everything up and gives you advice on how to handle this potential issue in the future…

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Welcome back to this three part series on Candida auris! In this episode Larry and Justin tackle the conversation on identifying potential underlying causes to try and find some ways to prevent this from spreading!

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Welcome to the final installment of this three part series about Candida auris! In the episode Justin and Larry wrap everything up by talking about corrective action that can be used to mitigate the spread of this deadly fungus!

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Welcome to the start of another three part series with Justin and Larry as they tackle gastroscope safety signals! This first video is an overview on the topic that sets the scene for the rest of this series…

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In the first installment of this three part mini video series, Larry and Justin discuss gastroscopes and potential infection risks associated with them, specifically looking at how repurposing these instruments might put patients at risk for E. coli infections.

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In this eye-opening interview, Garrett Hollembeak sits down with Scott Mader, President and CEO of AseptiScope, to discuss the often-overlooked risks of contaminated stethoscopes in healthcare settings. Scott Mader, a pioneer in infection control innovation, shares invaluable insights into how AseptiScope is addressing this critical issue. The conversation delves into the hidden dangers of stethoscope contamination in hospitals and clinics, highlighting a study published in the Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology journal, which used next-generation sequencing to profile bacterial populations on stethoscopes in an ICU. The study found that practitioner stethoscopes were significantly contaminated with a diverse community of bacteria, including nosocomial pathogens such as Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas, and Acinetobacter.

The importance of infection control in reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is underscored, as well as future innovations in medical device cleanliness. Scott Mader’s expertise in clinical innovation and infection control makes this a must-watch for healthcare professionals and anyone interested in medical technology advancements. Don’t miss this informative discussion on a crucial aspect of patient and clinician safety.

Stay connected with Transmission Control on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/transmissioncontrol/

#InfectionControl #PatientSafety #MedicalInnovation #HealthcareTechnology

Transmission Control is excited to launch a new series of interviews with key thought leaders in public health. For those guided by the adage that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” this series dives deep into the methodologies and strategies experts use to safeguard community health. When an individual goes into the hospital, there is an array of tests, scans, and exams that will clue their care team into what may be wrong. Allie Piatkowski, Senior Public Health Consultant with the Moxley Group is an expert in the diagnostic process for communities.

In this interview, Allie Piatkowski and Garrett Hollembeak shed light on the crucial practices for effectively investigating and evaluating community health data. They emphasize the importance of clear communication in driving meaningful change and preventing infections. Discover the transformative power of community health evaluations in this must-watch interview. Whether it is an Amish community in Ohio or a non-profit project in Jamaica, this discussion will provide insights to help you understand the risk factors, underlying trends, and agents of change needed to make an impact at scale.

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When we think about infection prevention, we often focus on hand hygiene, device reprocessing, and environmental cleaning. But what about healthcare linens? Enter Gregory Gicewicz , founder and CEO of Compliance Shark, a company dedicated to excellence in healthcare linen and laundry processing—with a sharp focus on infection prevention compliance. Greg’s journey into healthcare laundry was anything but typical. Before launching Compliance Shark, he founded and led Sterile Surgical Systems, an accredited healthcare laundry in Washington state, for 17 years. And before that? He spent 13 years at Microsoft—a background that brings a unique systems-driven approach to an often-overlooked aspect of patient safety.

Laundry compliance isn’t just about clean linens—it’s about ensuring hygienic integrity from processing to patient use. A breakdown in standards can lead to contamination risks that impact both patients and staff.

✅ Elevate industry standards for healthcare linen processing

✅ Strengthen infection prevention protocols

✅ Support healthcare facilities in maintaining compliance

Healthcare linen might not always be in the spotlight, but it plays a critical role in patient safety. Who else is working behind the scenes to keep healthcare environments clean and compliant? Drop a comment!

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In a recent interview, we had the privilege of speaking with Carole W. Kamangu, MPH, RN, CIC, CEO and President of Dumontel Healthcare Consulting, LLC who shared how her background in nursing and epidemiology has uniquely shaped her approach to infection prevention. Carol’s experience highlights the importance of diverse perspectives in building a strong infection prevention framework.

Our conversation reinforced a core idea: each professional’s journey brings invaluable insights that help us tackle complex healthcare challenges with a fresh perspective.

Whether you come from nursing, microbiology, or any healthcare background, your insights drive innovation and resilience in infection prevention. Check out the full clip for more on how our journeys shape our mission to keep patients safe!

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In the latest episode of Ounces Over Pounds, Garrett Hollembeak sits down with Brittaney Jenkins, Founder and CEO of Jenkins Public Health Consulting. Together, they explore the critical role of health literacy in driving public health outcomes, the intersection of public health and infection prevention, and the game-changing impact that health educators bring to the table.

Health Literacy at the Forefront: Brittaney shares her expert insights on why understanding and effectively communicating health information is essential for empowering communities and improving overall health outcomes.

Public Health Meets Infection Prevention: By leveraging the strengths of both fields, Garrett and Brittaney dive into how infection prevention and public health can work hand-in-hand to create healthier, safer environments.

Health Educators as Key Players: Learn about the invaluable role that health educators play in bridging gaps, raising awareness, and helping communities make informed health decisions.

Tune in to this enlightening discussion and gain insights into the evolving world of public health and infection prevention!

More exciting conversations coming your way—stay tuned!

#TransmissionControl #PublicHealth #HealthLiteracy #InfectionPrevention #HealthcareInnovation #HealthEducation #PublicHealthLeadership

Welcome to the first episode of “Hygiene Huddle,” where infection preventionists gather to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore solutions to improve hygiene and prevent infections in healthcare settings.

In this episode, our panel of experts dives into addressing non-compliance with hand hygiene and PPE, meeting new CDC isolation guidelines, and providing education that moves the needle on patient safety. On “Hygiene Huddle” we provide valuable insights and practical tips that you can implement in your own practice.

Stay tuned for more episodes of “Hygiene Huddle” as we continue to bring you the latest in infection prevention and control. Together, we can make a difference in patient care and safety.

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