The Benefits & Complexities of Offsite Reprocessing

The Benefits & Complexities of Offsite Reprocessing

The building of offsite reprocessing centers is an idea that has been growing in popularity in recent years. The benefits are obvious: centralized processes, cost…

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The Importance of SPD Training & Education

The Importance of SPD Training & Education

The world of sterile processing is complex and unique. It requires a specific set of knowledge to become an asset to the department. In a…

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Can you guess the average number of instruments in a surgical set?

Can you guess the average number of instruments in a surgical set?

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What is the most frustrating thing about your current tracking system?

What is the most frustrating thing about your current tracking system?

Due to the complexity surrounding surgical asset management, tracking systems often over-commit to providing useful tools that Sterile Processing Techs and Managers require to get…

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Ascend Cards: Highlighting All-Star Instruments in the Surgical World

Ascend Cards: Highlighting All-Star Instruments in the Surgical World

Surgical instrument excellence is a team sport. To recognize the all-star instruments that keep our Operating Rooms going and provide healing to our patients, we…

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Official Press Release - oneSOURCE, an RLDatix Company

Official Press Release – oneSOURCE, an RLDatix Company

Ascendco Health is pleased to announce their collaborative partnership with oneSOURCE, an RLDatix company. This partnership will amplify the shared mission behind both Sonar and…

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How are you currently tracking certifications/staying compliant?

How are you currently tracking certifications/staying compliant?

Certifications and compliance are one of the most crucial parts of any Sterile Processing Department. Making sure proper practices are being followed and education is…

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Official Press Release - Aesculap, inc.

Official Press Release – Aesculap, inc.

We are excited to announce the beginning of a collaborative partnership between Aesculap, Inc. and Ascendco Health! Our mission is to advance healthcare together through data-driven, smarter ORs. Sharing expertise is the method by which we all become more efficient and innovative; It is the pathway to improving the quality of care.

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Poll: What Integrations Does Your Tracking System Have?

Poll: What Integrations Does Your Tracking System Have?

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Can you Guess the Procedure Based on the Preference Card?

Can you Guess the Procedure Based on the Preference Card?

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How is COVID-19 affecting your department?

How is COVID-19 affecting your department?

COVID-19 is affecting workers in every industry and healthcare is at the frontlines. Things are changing in sterile processing departments across the world and we want to hear your experiences. Please take this short survey and share with us how your department is being affected.

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6 Tips to Achieving Departmental Alignment

6 Tips to Achieving Departmental Alignment

https://vimeo.com/392551960The ability to pull clinical languages together and coordinate real teamwork across OR, SPD, and Supply Chain departments is called “alignment.” Teams who are aligned…

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