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Steris Field Notes

Short practical articles for procurement, biomedical engineering, sterile processing, rehabilitation, and care-at-home teams.

2026-07-10Elena Varga

An honest look at a mad scramble to get a lab washer running, a cart washer installed, and sourcing parts for an endoscopy tower. An admin buyer's story about the real cost of urgency.

2026-07-09Elena Varga

A practical guide for choosing between new and refurbished STERIS equipment (including the 3085 surgical table and urology tables), integrating with robotic surgery systems, and deciding when to prioritize speed over cost. Tailored for everyone from small clinics to large hospitals.

A practical guide for choosing between new and refurbished STERIS equipment (including the 3085 surgical table and urology tables), integrating with robotic surgery systems, and deciding when to prioritize speed over cost. Tailored for everyone from small clinics to large hospitals.

2026-07-09Elena Varga

A first-hand account from a hospital administrative buyer on why using official STERIS service manuals for preventive maintenance (PM) training is a non-negotiable cost-saving strategy, steeped in real-world experience and regulatory logic.

A first-hand account from a hospital administrative buyer on why using official STERIS service manuals for preventive maintenance (PM) training is a non-negotiable cost-saving strategy, steeped in real-world experience and regulatory logic.

2026-07-08Elena Varga

An emergency specialist shares what the STERIS CMAX surgical table service manual doesn't cover: real-world failure points in urgent installations.

2026-07-08Elena Varga

A procurement manager shares how to navigate common pitfalls and hidden fees when purchasing STERIS scope washers, sterilizers, and other surgical equipment. Tips for getting the real total cost of ownership.

A procurement manager shares how to navigate common pitfalls and hidden fees when purchasing STERIS scope washers, sterilizers, and other surgical equipment. Tips for getting the real total cost of ownership.

2026-07-07Elena Varga

An honest account from an administrative buyer on why STERIS surgical tables and instruments are worth the investment, with real-world cost comparisons and pitfalls to avoid.

2026-07-07Elena Varga

A procurement manager shares a costly mistake from a rush order for medical equipment, revealing the hidden fees that almost doubled the budget. Includes a practical pre-order checklist.

2026-07-06Elena Varga

A procurement manager's practical guide to the STERIS count system, covering total cost of ownership, workflow impact, and real-world experience from tracking surgical instrument inventory.

2026-07-06Elena Varga

A practical comparison guide for admin buyers evaluating STERIS products, including the 4085 surgical table and Spor-Klenz sterilant, alongside other essential equipment like neonatal incubators and sleep diagnostic devices.

A practical comparison guide for admin buyers evaluating STERIS products, including the 4085 surgical table and Spor-Klenz sterilant, alongside other essential equipment like neonatal incubators and sleep diagnostic devices.

2026-07-03Elena Varga

A deep dive into the hidden complexity of sterilization in commercial medical settings. We explore the real cost of outdated SOPs, the limits of traditional methods, and how a smarter workflow can cut contamination risk without adding hours to the day.

A deep dive into the hidden complexity of sterilization in commercial medical settings. We explore the real cost of outdated SOPs, the limits of traditional methods, and how a smarter workflow can cut contamination risk without adding hours to the day.