About this episode

The episode features Stephen Kovach discussing the application of artificial intelligence in sterile processing.

Legendary sterile processing educator Stephen Kovach is learning something new in retirement—artificial intelligence. In this episode, we talk with Steve about his new AI passion project and how AI can be used to simplify data reporting, address water quality and spotting issues, and support smarter staffing decisions, including the value of employing newly certified technicians. As always, it’s a fun and insightful conversation with an industry legend.

People in this episode

Guest: Stephen Kovach

Topics covered

• artificial intelligence
• sterile processing
• data reporting
• water quality
• staffing decisions

Keywords

• AI
• sterile processing
• data reporting
• water quality
• staffing decisions
• certified technicians

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