Jennifer Kim Field is the Chief Sustainability Officer for Henry Schein, Inc. Jen is responsible for the Company’s global sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) work and integrating ESG into the Company’s strategies and activities. Jen and Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider discuss the business case for sustainability in healthcar…

Michael Schank is Founder and Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors LLC. He has over 25 years of experience as a management consultant in the financial services industry, advising clients on technology, process, risk, and large-scale business and digital transformations. His book, Digital Transformation Success: Achieving Alignment and De…

Senior Contributing Editor Kara Nadeau joins Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider on this very special episode and shares insights on sterile processing over the past year.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Marcia Frieze, CEO, Case Medical and Julia Freer Goldstein of JLFG Communications discuss key considerations for the total cost of ownership for cleaning and sterilization options with Healthcare Purchasing News' Editor in Chief, Janette Wider.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Tony Fink is president of OMG Services. Tony has more than 25 years of management experience in sales, digital marketing, e-commerce, operations, delivery services, and business development. On this episode, Tony and HPN's Editor-in-Chief discuss digitization in the healthcare industry.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Richard Palarea is the CEO of Kermit, a Baltimore-based healthcare cost reduction and spend management company bringing automation and insight to the high-spend category of implantable medical devices within hospitals and health systems. Since its founding in 2011, Kermit has saved hospitals more than $200 million and manages 40% of the implantable…

Associate Editor Matt MacKenzie reads an article from HPN's August edition on surgical site infections.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Cody Fisher is President of Concordance Innovations. Cody is responsible for the vision, mission and leadership of the overall financial and strategic plan, as well as management and oversight of key functions, policies, procedures and processes. Cody joined Concordance Healthcare Solutions in 2017. On this episode, Cody discusses AI in Supply Chai…

On this episode, HPN's Associate Editor Matt MacKenzie reads an article from the September edition on room cleaning and disinfection.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Bill Selles is senior vice president, Transformation & Operations, Spend Management at Vizient. In this role, Selles is focused on transformation efforts across the Spend Management Business Unit. He has responsibility for optimizing operational performance and overseeing programs, services and operational functions that support the delivery of cat…

Lars Thording, PhD, has a background in academia, consulting and industry leadership. He has been responsible for the launch of numerous market-disrupting solutions across healthcare, insurance and technology. Originally from Denmark, Lars has taught at universities in Denmark, Ireland and the United States. He currently serves as the vice presiden…

As vice president of Warehouse Operations for Cardinal Health at-Home Solutions, Jamie runs day-to-day operations for the entire network of warehouses that service the business. He is also leading the business' multi-year strategy to expand its capacity in support of business growth. On this episode, Jamie talks home-based healthcare supply chain s…

Richard Staynings is currently Chief Security Strategist for Cylera, a pioneer in the space of medical device and HIoT security. He is also author of Cyber Thoughts, a leading healthcare cybersecurity blog, and teaches postgraduate courses in cybersecurity, health informatics and healthcare management at the University of Denver University College.…

Sarah Alasya is director of Urgent Care, national accounts, at Medline and is a board member on North East Regional Urgent Care Association. At Medline, Sarah provides expert insights to Urgent Cares across the United States, identifying efficient and effective operational solutions that drive quality outcomes. She has served the healthcare industr…

Ashlea Souffrou is a highly experienced medical device industry veteran with a passion for developing sustainable and cost-effective healthcare solutions. As the founder and CEO of SxanPro, she has successfully digitized inventory processes throughout the hospital supply chain. Ashlea discusses Inventory Control vs. Inventory Management on today's …

Guillermo M. Ramas brings to the table over 27 years of industry experience. At present, Guillermo serves as the Founder and CEO of NotiSphere, Inc., a healthcare technology startup transforming the traditional handling of medical supply disruption communications. Guillermo and Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider discuss the current state of medical devi…

Enforcing education from the top down and ensuring transparency in staying up to date with training are key for workers who come in contact with sharps. Associate Editor, Matt MacKenzie of HPN reads an important article from our July edition.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Tom Redding leads the healthcare supply chain practice at St. Onge Company. On this episode he speaks with Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider about the latest trends, challenges, and solutions for supply chain departments.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Sarah B. Cruz, CSPDT, CRCST, CHL, CIS is a certified CSSNerd! As a career strategist with her company PRETREAT CSS, she and Sterile Processing professionals work together to create objective driven goals in their professional development so they can onboard into their Sterile Processing career mindset. Sarah and Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider discus…

Joe Maes is a product specialist for Medline in Phlebotomy and blood collection. Prior to working for Medline, Joe worked as a Pediatric ER Nurse at the University of Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital for 6 years. Joe discusses best practices and tips for needlestick safety with Editor-in-Chief Janette Wider.…

Associate Editor, Matt MacKenzie reads this June article on how AI remains a promising tool for clinical use, but manual review remains vital.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Jay Mervis, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Redox and previously Sales Director at Lifescale Analytics, has a deep background in healthcare and has held various roles across the industry. Jay also is the host and author of the Hammerdown Roadshow Podcast, Vlog, and Newsletter. Jay is back for a second episode, this time on the importance of c…

A new study, published on Jan. 10, 2024, by the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC), sounded the alarm on a number of pathogens that surfaces in hospitals tend to harbor that were previously not known or expected to be particularly harmful to patients. New research suggests that those pathogens, including skin flora and environmental bacte…

Jay Mervis, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Redox and previously Sales Director at Lifescale Analytics, has a deep background in healthcare and has held various roles across the industry. Jay also is the host and author of the Hammerdown Roadshow Podcast, Vlog, and Newsletter.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

Healthcare Hodgepodge with Healthcare Purchasing News features interviews and article reads. The podcast features topics from the publication’s many verticals including supply chain, infection prevention, sterile processing, surgical/critical care, healthcare IT, EVS, and more.द्वारा Endeavor Business Media

On Episode 256 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss the new Planet of the Apes film as well as Jerry Seinfeld’s Unfrosted. Did both keep them entertained or did they fail miserably? Take a listen, but beware of SPOILERS throughout the discussion!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

On Episode 255 of the Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss some streaming shows! Is streaming still Peak TV or has its best days come and gone? Shows discussed include: Poker Face, Dr. Death, Apples Never Fall, and Reacher. Take a listen!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

On Episode 254 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss Netflix’s new show, 3 Body Problem from the creators of Game of Thrones. Is this new show more like the early seasons of Thrones or the last two? There are MAJOR SPOILERS throughout the episode, so if you haven’t seen the show and…द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

In Episode 253 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A give their thoughts on Dune: Part 2! Did it live up to Part 1 or does the whole damn thing fall apart? They also talk about the Oscars results and Amazon Prime’s Ricky Stanicky! Take a listen!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

It’s finally here! Doug and Dirty A run down their Top 10 lists for the films of 2023! Will your favorites make their lists or will there only be laments that they couldn’t add Madame Web? Take a listen!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

On Episode 251 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss three films. Which ones made the grade and which ones failed to impress? The films discussed are: American FIction, Poor Things, and Saltburn! What did the guys think? Take a listen!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

It’s our 250th episode! And it is very, VERY late! This episode was recorded over two weeks in NOVEMBER, so forgive us for the out-of-date news. In this milestone episode, Doug and Dirty A discuss Marvel Studios’ The Marvels and Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers. We think they might still be in theaters. Thanks for listening!…

On Episode 249 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug & Dirty A discuss Christopher Nolan’s latest film, Oppenheimer! Is Nolan’s first film for Universal a return to form or more divisive than Tenet? Prior to delving into Nolan’s latest, the boys discuss everything from the strikes to Pee-Wee Herman (RIP) and Raleigh Galaxycon! The Oppenheimer review……

Comstock is not pleased with Floribunda. Written and produced by Mr Kurt Nielsen - 2023 All rights reserved.द्वारा Kurt Nielsen

On Episode 248 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug and Dirty A discuss two of the most-anticipated films of the year: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One! Did these two hit the mark, or should the producers have left well enough alone? Before discussing the movies, the boys……

Miss Floribunda is grilled over the Hodgepodge Hotel.द्वारा Kurt Nielsen

Comstock is grilled over the Hodgepodge Hotelद्वारा Kurt Nielsen

On this episode that was recorded around MEMORIAL DAY (yikes!), the boys discuss the HBO series Succession! Watch out for MAJOR SPOILERS throughout. Before they spoil the hell out of Succession for you, Doug and Dirty A discuss Ted Lasso’s 3rd season finale, Little Mermaid’s box office, and the WGA Writer’s Strike. Take a listen!…

Episode 246 of The Hodgepodge Podcast was delayed a bit by a nasty head cold, but Doug and Dirty A are back with their reviews of Sisu and the long-awaited Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Did these two hit the mark or were they not worth the time? Before diving into the reviews, the…द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

After a short hiatus, Doug and Dirty A are back with their preview of Hollywood’s summer slate of movies for this year! Which films are they most looking forward to and which ones don’t make the list? Before the boys get into the movies they’re anticipating this summer, they dole out some quick thoughts about……

Episode 244 is all about John Wick: Chapter 4! Did Doug and DIrty A think it was “the greatest action movie of all time” or a bloated mess? Watch out for SPOILERS and thanks for listening!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

In Episode 243, Doug and Dirty A discuss Shazam: Fury of the Gods as well as the HBO hit adaptation, The Last of Us! Did they live up to lofty expectations? In addition to reviewing The Last of Us and Shazam 2 (watch out for SPOILERS), the boys bid farewell to Lance Reddick.द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

Episode 242 finds Doug and Dirty A discussing the results of Oscars 95 and making promises they can’t keep! What surprised them about the ceremony? After the Oscars discussion, a surprise guest makes a visit and takes the episode in a completely different direction! Take a listen!द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

In Episode 241, Doug and Dirty A FINALLY deliver their Best of 2022 lists! Which films were tops for them? Was it Avatar 2? It’s probably Avatar 2. Before they talk about their 2022 favorites, the boys discuss the top contender for Best of 2023, COCAINE BEAR! Also, Dirty A gives his thoughts on Creed……

On Episode 240, Doug and Dirty A discuss the start of Marvel’s Phase 5, Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania! (still hate that title) Is it the next explosive chapter in the Marvel saga or does it just fizzle out? Beware of SPOILERS as you listen! The boys reveal what worked and what didn’t for them…द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

In Episode 239, Doug and Dirty A have an inadvertent Dave Bautista party as they discuss the films Glass Onion and Knock at the Cabin! Are these two winners or evidence that Bautista should go back to wrestling? Along with the Bautista festivities, the boys discuss the big announcements from James Gunn and Peter Safran……

After a little time off for the holidays and whatever, Doug and Dirty A are back to talk some movies they’ve seen over the last few months! What did they love and what did they loathe? Prior to talking about the films, the boys discuss the Oscar nominations, HBO sensation The Last of Us, and…द्वारा Doug & Dirty A

Floribunda's daughter arrives at the hotel. Written and produced by Mr Kurt Nielsen - 2022 All rights reserved.द्वारा Kurt Nielsen

A new promotion brings nothing but problems. Written and produced by Mr Kurt Nielsen - 2022 All rights reserved.द्वारा Kurt Nielsen

In Episode 237 of The Hodgepodge Podcast, Doug & Dirty A try to be like the cool kids and discuss Netflix’s Wednesday! Is it a winner or another miss from the streamer? In addition to their review of Wednesday, the guys also discuss all the shake-ups at DC. Please keep in mind, though, this episode…द्वारा Doug & Dirty A