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Many people think instrument processing begins and ends with sterilization, but there's much more to it. Gaps in instrument cleaning, packaging and storage can compromise staff and patient safety. The new Rethinking Infection Control: The Role of Instrument Processing course helps veterinary teams identify and correct those gaps to reduce infection risk and improve consistency.

Why it matters to customers:

• Helps uncover gaps in instrument processing that may otherwise go unnoticed.
• Reduces infection risk by strengthening every step of the instrument processing workflow.
• Supports more consistent outcomes with a CDC-aligned five-step process.

Key selling points:

• New 2-hour RACE® CE add-on to Midmark Academy's 4-hour training courses.
• Hands-on education veterinary teams can apply immediately.
• Reinforces best practices for cleaning, packaging, sterilization monitoring and storage.

Takeaway:

Instrument processing is more than sterilization. This course reinforces the value of a complete and consistent instrument processing program and how every step plays a critical role in protecting patients.

The Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) Guidelines are the recognized standard for shelter housing and facility design. When working with animal shelters, understanding these best practices can help guide conversations around healthier environments for animals and more efficient operations.

Why it matters to customers:

• Supports animal health and welfare through housing designed to reduce stress and disease transmission.
• Guides planning for new construction, renovations and facility upgrades.
• Helps shelters create environments that support both animal care and operational efficiency.

Key selling points:

• Midmark feline housing aligns with ASV guidelines for multi-compartment housing.
• Shor-Line Feline Comfort Suites and portalized Shor-Line Stainless Steel Cages can be configured to meet ASV-recommended housing guidelines.
• Midmark also offers canine housing configurations that support ASV best practices.

Takeaway:

The ASV Guidelines provide a valuable framework for discussing shelter housing. Midmark solutions support these best practices, helping create healthier environments for animals and more efficient operations.