CtUC 2025 Kickoff
Kick off the conference with an inspiring introduction to how innovation is driving sterile processing forward. This session sets the stage for engaging discussions, new advancements, and collaborative efforts to elevate industry standards.
Lead Like You Mean It: Redefining Leadership for the Next Generation
Well, folks, the leaders of tomorrow can’t simply rely on yesterday’s playbook- partly because it’s outdated, and partly because no one can find where it’s been filed. Lead Like You Mean It challenges conventional leadership norms and inspires professionals at every level to lead with authenticity, influence, and resilience (without losing their sense of humor or their sanity). Through unique storytelling, candid leadership truths, and a few “did that really happen?” moments, this keynote arms you with strategies to tackle tough challenges, rally your people, and recharge your own batteries. Because the next generation is counting on you—and coffee can only take you so far.
Unexpected disruptions—whether cyberattacks, natural disasters, or system failures—can jeopardize patient safety and surgical readiness. This session provides practical strategies for Sterile Processing Departments to identify risks, develop robust disaster recovery plans, and strengthen resilience through training and collaboration. Learn how to ensure continuity of critical operations and maintain confidence under pressure.
Accreditation surveys are placing Sterile Processing Departments under increasing scrutiny, with common findings that can impact patient safety and organizational reputation. This session explores emerging trends in survey citations, the critical role of continuous compliance, and how leadership accountability is evolving. Learn how instrument management systems go beyond tracking to become strategic tools for documentation, traceability, and quality improvement—helping your facility stay survey-ready every day.
Tracking quality events is essential for compliance and improvement. Discover how to effectively capture audits and quality data within your department.
Hear directly from Censis customers as they share their experiences, challenges, and success stories. Learn valuable tips and takeaways from real-world applications.
Water quality plays a critical role in the safety and effectiveness of sterile processing. This session explores how water standards impact cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization, and the risks associated with poor water quality. Attendees will learn how to develop a water quality monitoring program and use CensiTrac to capture and track compliance data—ensuring better outcomes, regulatory adherence, and patient safety.
Unused instruments in surgical cases create inefficiencies that impact patient care, hospital finances, and environmental sustainability. This session explores the root causes of instrumentation waste and demonstrates how AI-driven solutions can streamline tray optimization, reduce costs, and enhance OR and SPD workflows. Attendees will learn practical strategies and discover innovative tools to make surgery smarter and more sustainable.
Discover how data analytics and AI can transform productivity and compliance in sterile processing and surgical services. This session explores the “Utilization Paradox,” revealing how variability creates bottlenecks and slows operations. Learn practical strategies to align compliance with efficiency and leverage technology to reduce delays and optimize performance.
Explore cutting-edge innovations shaping sterile processing. From AI advancements to workflow optimization, this session will highlight what’s next for SPD technology.
Celebrate achievements, recognize industry leaders, and reflect on key takeaways as the conference comes to a close with a memorable awards ceremony.
Discover strategies for improving communication and workflow between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room. Learn how collaboration leads to better patient care, reduced delays, and increased efficiency.
Accurate and consistent sterilization documentation is critical for patient safety and compliance—but growing complexity in surgical assets and reprocessing technologies makes it challenging. This session explores scalable sterilization workflows, guided processes, and strategies for auditing and reconciling records. Learn how Censis solutions can simplify cycle documentation, improve quality management, and ensure your department is always audit-ready.
Flexible endoscope reprocessing is under increasing scrutiny as FDA safety communications highlight the risks associated with high-level disinfection. This session examines recent regulatory updates, patient safety concerns, and the evidence supporting a transition to sterilization whenever possible. Attendees will gain practical insights and strategies to prepare for the future of endoscope reprocessing and improve infection prevention practices.
Managing flexible scopes and ensuring accurate high-level disinfection documentation can be challenging. This session introduces the ScopeTrac module, demonstrating how it streamlines scope inventory management, tracks HLD loads, and prompts for extended processing when needed. Attendees will also learn key differences between ScopeTrac and ScopeTrac Advanced, along with strategies for maintaining clean, compliant documentation and optimizing daily workflows.
Accurate inventory management is critical for surgical readiness and workflow efficiency. This session provides end users with practical guidance on understanding and maintaining Par Levels in CensiTrac. Attendees will learn how to locate and interpret Par Level data, identify overstock or shortages, and apply best practices to keep inventory balanced and operations running smoothly.
Data-driven insights can strengthen your annual evaluation. Learn how to showcase your contributions and leverage metrics for professional growth.
Discover how to maximize CensiTrac’s capabilities to streamline workflows, ensure compliance, and enhance communication between SPD and the OR. This session will cover essential features like tray tracking, quality documentation, scheduling, sterilization recordkeeping, and reporting tools—empowering admins to drive efficiency, stay audit-ready, and leverage data for better decision-making.
Competency management is critical for compliance and staff development, but manual processes can slow progress and create gaps. This session walks educators and administrators through building, managing, and tracking competencies within CensiTrac. Learn how to leverage system features, reporting tools, and best practices to ensure accurate records, streamline workflows, and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Learn how to customize CensiTrac reports to track key performance indicators, manage exceptions, and analyze departmental efficiency.
Two decades after To Err is Human sparked the patient safety movement, new challenges continue to emerge in the operating room. This session reviews historical lessons, compares healthcare safety to other high-reliability industries, and explores the quadruple aim in modern practice. Attendees will learn key risk areas and actionable strategies to mitigate emerging threats, ensuring safer surgical environments for patients and teams.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming healthcare—and sterile processing is no exception. This session explores how AI can enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance within SPD operations. Attendees will review the evolution of sterile processing practices, discover the benefits of AI integration, and learn how to leverage emerging technologies to drive innovation and elevate departmental performance.
Take your ScopeTrac skills to the next level with advanced features designed to optimize scope processing workflows. This session dives into managing scope inventory, documenting high-level disinfection loads, and leveraging optional settings for greater efficiency. Attendees will also explore the differences between ScopeTrac and ScopeTrac Advanced, gaining practical strategies to enhance compliance and streamline operations.
This session provides VA customers with practical guidance on FDA requirements for instrument marking and UDI compliance. Attendees will learn how to mark instruments, leverage CensiTrac’s tracking features, and generate accurate SPAT reports to meet regulatory standards. Through live demonstrations and open discussion, participants will gain the tools and confidence to streamline processes and ensure compliance across their facilities.
Data-driven insights are transforming Sterile Processing operations. This session introduces the key metrics within CensisAI²’s analytics modules and demonstrates how to apply them to real-world challenges. Learn how to maximize productivity, enhance quality through targeted education, and improve instrument availability—empowering your team to make smarter, faster decisions that drive measurable results.
