Ascendco Health Honors UF Health Shands as the 2024 SPD of the Year
UF Health Shands recognized for its innovation, operational excellence, and dedication to patient safety in sterile processing.
Chicago, IL – October 28, 2024 – Ascendco Health is thrilled to announce UF Health Shands as the recipient of the 2024 Sterile Processing Department of the Year award, acknowledging their outstanding achievements in sterile processing through advanced technology, data-driven strategies, and a firm commitment to patient safety. This inaugural award celebrates health systems that demonstrate exceptional standards in sterile processing, setting benchmarks for quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
Ascendco Health partners with thousands of sterile processing departments nationwide to enhance workflows, optimize inventory management, and prioritize patient safety. By sharing success stories like UF Health Shands’, Ascendco Health aims to illustrate the transformative power of innovation within the often-siloed field of sterile processing. UF Health Shands’ commitment to real-time analytics, cutting-edge technology, and cohesive teamwork exemplifies what’s possible when sterile processing is driven by a mission of excellence.
“UF Health Shands stands as a beacon of excellence in sterile processing, rising to meet the demands of modern healthcare while upholding the highest quality standards,” said Brian Reed, CEO of Ascendco Health. “Their leadership in embracing new technologies, sustainability initiatives, and data-driven decision-making is inspiring. We are proud to recognize them as the 2024 SPD of the Year.”
A Model for Innovation and Sustainability
UF Health Shands has spearheaded numerous advancements, including the launch of an offsite reprocessing center that supports six surgical facilities and 76 operating rooms. This initiative, combined with the integration of the Kardex machine for efficient instrument retrieval and the Sonar platform for real-time analytics, has boosted their throughput by 3,000 assemblies per month, enhancing OR efficiency by 15%. Their commitment to sustainability is equally remarkable, with a shift to reusable rigid containers saving approximately 7,200 disposable wraps annually.
UF Health Shands attributes much of its success to a collaborative culture that empowers team members, including data specialists and platform experts, to work in alignment with department goals. This focus on teamwork and clear communication has enabled UF Health Shands to maximize the impact of their technology investments, enhancing overall efficiency and patient outcomes.
“I am honored to be part of a team that goes above and beyond to ensure every surgical procedure is a success,” said Alex Brown, Platform Specialist at UF Health Shands. “Their hard work and dedication have earned us this recognition as the 2024 SPD of the Year, marking a meaningful step in our commitment to patient safety.”
About Ascendco Health
Ascendco Health is a leading provider of surgical asset management software, offering actionable analytics that drive operational efficiency and quality improvements across healthcare departments. Ascendco’s comprehensive digital platform equips surgical teams with the latest tools to enhance precision in surgery and improve clinician work-life balance, enabling better patient care.
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