Ask the Educator: Strengthening OR and SPD Relationships

Episode 138: Strengthening OR and SPD Relationships On this
episode, Kevin and Adam sit down with sterile processing legend
Natalie Lind to reflect on her April 2025 webinar about improving
communication and collaboration between the Operating Room (OR) and
Sterile Processing Department (SPD). They discuss key takeaways
from the session, explore why OR–SPD relationships often break
down, and share practical strategies to bridge the gap, strengthen
teamwork, and ultimately improve patient care. Find all of our
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