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How Censis’ AI-Powered Final Check Drives Compliance, Accuracy, and Confidence in Sterile Processing
Sterile processing teams are under constant pressure—handling growing surgical demands, working short-staffed, and navigating strict regulations—so getting every instrument tray assembled right the first time has never mattered more. Even a single assembly error can cascade into costly OR delays or, worse, compromise patient safety. Recent research highlights that most surgical instrument errors stem from…
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Elevating the Standards Together: What We Are Looking Forward to at CtUC 2025
The sterile processing industry stands at a pivotal moment. With surgical case volumes rising while departmental resources remaining flat, the pressure to “do more with less” has never been greater. Nowadays, sterile processing departments (SPDs) are struggling with high staff turnover and growing compliance requirements. And while these regulations are designed to improve patient…
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Smarter Sterile Processing Starts with Data—Boosting Efficiency, Cutting Costs, and Improving Patient Care
In a healthcare ecosystem increasingly driven by data, sterile processing departments (SPDs) find themselves at a crossroads—balancing precision and pace, safety and speed. As hospitals look to reduce inefficiencies and protect patient safety, analytics tools are transforming sterile processing from an often overlooked backroom function into a vital, data-enhanced frontline of care. Research shows…
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From Manual Searches to Real-Time Tracking: How Stillwater Medical Center Strengthens Operations and Loaner Management with CensiTrac
At the Stillwater Medical Center in Oklahoma, Lead Central Sterile Technician Sydney McWaters and Certified Sterilization Technician Trey Sneed have experienced firsthand how CensiTrac, the surgical instrument and asset management solution from Censis, has transformed daily operations and helped their team adapt to change with confidence. Recently, the department implemented location scanning through CensiTrac—a…
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How Mayo Clinic Uses CensiTrac’s AI² to Improve Quality and Staffing in Sterile Processing
At the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Nursing Manager Josh Meyer has seen measurable benefits from implementing CensiTrac’s AI² functionality. The tool has become an integral part of how the department monitors quality, manages staffing, and improves daily operations. With AI², the team is able to track key quality metrics across sterile processing workflows. From…
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Why the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Relies on CensiTrac for Safer, Smarter Instrument Management
Brenda “Jan” Prudent, Sterile Processing Manager at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, has seen significant improvements in accountability, inventory management, and workflow efficiency since implementing CensiTrac, the leading cloud-based surgical instrument and asset management system from Censis. Before adopting CensiTrac, her department used manual tracking methods that limited visibility and made it difficult to ensure…
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How CensiTrac Enhances Sterile Processing Workflow and Team Coordination at St. Dominic Hospital
Chelissa Gray, a Sterile Processing Technician at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, describes CensiTrac as an essential part of her daily workflow. With CensiTrac, Gray and her team can track every surgical instrument from the moment it arrives in decontamination to when it’s delivered back to the operating room, ensuring full visibility and…
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CtUC Connect 2023: The Networking and Community Building Event of the Year
CtUC Connect 2023, set to take place in Nashville, promises to be an exceptional user’s conference with a range of engaging and challenging sessions to offer attendees. Michael Burger, the opening speaker for this event, invites both returning and first-time participants to a unique experience aimed at reevaluating and recharging one’s life. The primary goal…
Overcoming Data Challenges: Perspectives of Healthcare Leaders on Informed Decision-Making
Leaders within the healthcare industry discuss the challenges they face in making informed decisions due to data availability and distribution. One leader highlights that, as a director, there’s an expectation to have comprehensive knowledge, but data doesn’t always flow effectively. The situation is unique, with one leader overseeing a single large site and the other…
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Elevating the Standards Together: What We Are Looking Forward to at CtUC 2025
The sterile processing industry stands at a pivotal moment. With surgical case volumes rising while departmental resources remaining flat, the pressure to “do more with less” has never been greater. Nowadays, sterile processing departments (SPDs) are struggling with high staff turnover and growing compliance requirements. And while these regulations are designed to improve patient…
Smarter Sterile Processing Starts with Data—Boosting Efficiency, Cutting Costs, and Improving Patient Care
In a healthcare ecosystem increasingly driven by data, sterile processing departments (SPDs) find themselves at a crossroads—balancing precision and pace, safety and speed. As hospitals look to reduce inefficiencies and protect patient safety, analytics tools are transforming sterile processing from an often overlooked backroom function into a vital, data-enhanced frontline of care. Research shows…
From SPD to OR: AI in Surgery Is Raising the Bar on Patient Safety
Hospitals are facing mounting pressure from staff shortages, rising costs, and increasingly stringent compliance requirements. Surgical suites and sterile processing departments (SPDs) are two of the most resource-intensive areas, yet many still rely on manual processes and fragmented data. According to the American Hospital Association, nearly 1,400 hospitals, or 31 percent of hospitals, reported…
Smart Tools, Safer Patients: Dr. Arpita Hazra Talks AI in Healthcare
In this insightful episode of the ConCensis podcast, host Amy Chodroff welcomes Dr. Arpita Hazra, a Clinical Patient Safety Data Specialist, to explore the evolving landscape of patient safety, risk management, and AI in healthcare. Drawing from her background in internal medicine, public health, and clinical data science, Dr. Hazra provides a compelling look at…
Building Tomorrow Together: What We Are Looking Forward to at CtUC 2024
Get ready for the event of the year—Censis Technologies Users Conference 2024! This groundbreaking conference is where the sterile processing community comes together to ignite innovation, build powerful connections, and elevate healthcare to new heights. If you’re a technician, manager, or industry expert within the perioperative loop, this is the must-attend event…
Tackling Productivity Challenges in Perioperative and SPD: Insights from Brian Dawson
The healthcare sector suffered a major setback due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Providing high-quality services to patients is a priority. However, for healthcare facilities to run properly, managers and directors must make operational and strategic decisions, especially in the perioperative setting. Efficient operating room (OR) management involves maintaining equilibrium between optimal OR capacity, allocation…
Sterile Processing Economics with Mark Copeland: Unveiling the Value of Sterile Processing Departments”
In the latest episode of the ConCensis Podcast, host Vanessa Canvanaugh dives into a compelling discussion with Mark Copeland, Vice President of Sales at 3T Medical Systems, exploring the transformative power of Sterile Processing Departments (SPDs) in healthcare facilities. This conversation highlights the critical role SPDs play beyond their traditional view as cost centers,…
Locking Down Your Data: Censis Technologies Pioneers with HITRUST Cybersecurity Certification
How does achieving a HITRUST cybersecurity certification redefine the security posture and customer trust for companies like Censis Technologies and their clients? In this insightful episode of the ConCensis podcast, host Vanessa Cavanaugh engages with Brandi Guest, a Security Operations Engineer at Censis, and Myles Templin, an Associate Manager at A-LIGN, delving into the…
Bay Pines VA Triumphs with 2023 Ron Hesch Award for Healthcare Innovation and Excellence in Sterile Processing and Patient Care
Bay Pines VA Healthcare System has emerged as a beacon of healthcare innovation, particularly in the realm of sterile processing, setting new benchmarks in healthcare efficiency and patient safety. Their journey, marked by significant achievements and culminating in the prestigious 2023 Ron Hesch Award, reflects a deep commitment to advancing healthcare practices. In an industry…
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How Mayo Clinic Uses CensiTrac’s AI² to Improve Quality and Staffing in Sterile Processing
At the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Nursing Manager Josh Meyer has seen measurable benefits from implementing CensiTrac’s AI² functionality. The tool has become an integral part of how the department monitors quality, manages staffing, and improves daily operations. With AI², the team is able to track key quality metrics across sterile processing workflows. From…
Why the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Relies on CensiTrac for Safer, Smarter Instrument Management
Brenda “Jan” Prudent, Sterile Processing Manager at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, has seen significant improvements in accountability, inventory management, and workflow efficiency since implementing CensiTrac, the leading cloud-based surgical instrument and asset management system from Censis. Before adopting CensiTrac, her department used manual tracking methods that limited visibility and made it difficult to ensure…
How CensiTrac Enhances Sterile Processing Workflow and Team Coordination at St. Dominic Hospital
Chelissa Gray, a Sterile Processing Technician at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, describes CensiTrac as an essential part of her daily workflow. With CensiTrac, Gray and her team can track every surgical instrument from the moment it arrives in decontamination to when it’s delivered back to the operating room, ensuring full visibility and…
Empowering Accountability and Quality in Sterile Processing with CensiTrac
In today’s healthcare environments, the demand for precise tracking, accountability, and quality control in sterile processing departments has never been higher. As hospitals face increasing pressure to optimize workflows and ensure surgical instruments are accounted for, technology like CensisTrac is playing a pivotal role. By enabling real-time visibility and documentation, systems like these help transform…
Empowering SPD Teams with Precision: How CensiTrac Enhances Workflow and Accountability
In today’s fast-paced surgical environments, sterile processing departments (SPD) face rising pressure to deliver accuracy, speed, and accountability. Technology is no longer optional—it’s a necessity to meet these standards while supporting technician efficiency. With the complexity of instrumentation, especially in cases like ENT trays, traditional manual tracking can slow processes and leave room for errors….
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CtUC Connect 2023 Overview
CtUC 2023 offers a chance to learn from leaders in various fields. Censis Technologies, a key player in Sterile Processing Department (SPD) management, is a leader in the industry. They provide intuitive functionality, making it easy for organizations to generate necessary reports and enhance productivity. Their dashboard allows for real-time monitoring of departmental productivity. Censis…
PowerPanel – Quality vs. Productivity, the Sterile Processing Battle Royale
The panel discussion, sponsored by Censis Technologies, delves into the ongoing debate surrounding quality versus productivity within the sterile processing industry. The conversation is moderated by Hank Balch, Founder and President of Beyond Clean, and features experts from the field. The central issue revolves around differing perspectives and disagreements within the industry regarding the balance…
ConCensis Live Event | AAMI ST91
The upcoming episode of the ConCensis Podcast, presented by Censis Technologies, promises to be both enlightening and essential for healthcare professionals. Host Gabrielle Bejarano announces that on June 9th at 11 AM CT, the podcast will delve into crucial issues surrounding healthcare-acquired infections, sterilization, and quality control processing, all in alignment with the updated ST-91…