From Decontam to Headlines: Why SPD Failures Are Now Enterprise Risks  For years, sterile processing failures were treated as internal issues—contained, correctable, and largely invisible outside hospital walls. That assumption no longer holds. In late 2025 and early 2026, multiple investigative reports exposed what frontline teams have been warning about for years: contaminated, damaged, […]

  Sterility ≠ Cleanliness: The Hidden Risk of Black Flecks in Surgical Trays Over the past six months, Moab Healthcare has been engaged by leading health systems to help rectify the presence of black flecks in sterile surgical trays. The initial response for each of these hospitals was to call their SPD equipment provider.  So […]

  The 3P Blueprint: Elevating Sterile Processing for Safer Surgery Introduction: The Unsung Heroes Behind Safe Surgery When we think of patient safety, our minds often go to surgeons, nurses, and physicians. But behind every successful procedure is a team of highly skilled professionals working in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD)—the backbone of surgical readiness. […]

  $20 Million Wake-Up Call: The Cost of Sterilization Failures in Healthcare Portland Timbers MLS goalkeeper Jake Gleeson was awarded over $20 million after surgical plates inserted into his legs were allegedly not properly sterilized, leading to severe infections, multiple surgeries, and ending his career. This case underscores the vital importance of proper sterilization procedures […]

  Differences and Similarities in Sterile Processing Between Large and Small Hospitals Sterile processing is critical in any hospital, ensuring that surgical instruments and medical devices are properly cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use. While the fundamental principles of sterile processing remain consistent, there are notable differences and similarities between large and small hospitals in […]