27/08/2026
When surgical volume rises, standardized practice shouldn’t become harder to maintain. But new research suggests that’s exactly when sterile processing teams can feel the pressure most.
A recent study published in Biomedical Instrumentation & Technology explored the experiences of sterile processing professionals at a Level 1 trauma academic medical center.
The findings highlight challenges many SPD teams will recognize:
• 77% reported inconsistent adherence to established procedures, particularly during periods of high surgical volume
• 69% identified training gaps
• 62% reported workflow variation
• 92% identified operational inefficiencies
The researchers point to standardized workflows, workforce education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership engagement as important elements in strengthening sterile processing reliability.
For us, one message stands out: supporting sterile processing means supporting the people behind the process.
As instrumentation becomes more complex and demands on departments continue to grow, giving teams the right training and resources matters. MySPD gives sterile processing professionals practical, accessible learning they can use to build their knowledge and confidence, whether they’re new to the department or have years of experience.
Want to learn how MySPD can support your sterile processing team? Get in touch with Incision to learn more.
Read the study: https://hubs.li/Q04tw64Y0