Podcast Feature: The Hidden Power of Water Quality in Sterile Processing
Behind every safe surgical procedure is a complex network of systems working quietly in the background—and few are as critical, yet overlooked, as water quality in Sterile Processing Departments (SPDs). With the introduction of ANSI/AAMI ST108, hospitals are facing new expectations for how water is monitored, managed, and measured across the reprocessing workflow.
In this featured episode of ConCensis, hosted by Daniel Litwin of MarketScale, Jeffrey Paquet, CEO of VERDA Water Quality Systems, unpacks why water has become one of the most important performance drivers in today’s SPD. The conversation explores how water quality directly impacts instrument integrity, cleaning efficacy, sterilization outcomes, infection prevention, and overall department efficiency—especially in facilities that use thousands of gallons of water each day.
Podcast Episode: The Silent Foundation of Patient Safety: Why Water Quality Matters in Sterile Processing
Listeners will gain insight into:
How water quality functions as a true performance multiplier across detergent action, enzymatic cleaning, and sterilization
The three essential water types in SPD—utility, critical, and steam—and why each requires specific monitoring and control
How real-time monitoring and data-driven tools are helping SPDs identify risks earlier and prevent downstream failures
With over 20 years of experience leading innovation in healthcare infrastructure and water quality management, Paquet brings a unique blend of engineering expertise and frontline healthcare insight to the discussion. As CEO of VERDA Water Quality Systems and Mobile Medical International Corporation, he shares real-world perspectives on how hospitals can move beyond “checking the box” on compliance and instead use water quality as a strategic asset for patient safety and operational excellence.