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Without supplies there is no surgery. Without products there is no patient care. Welcome to Power Supply – the healthcare supply chain podcast focused on helping you navigate the intricacies of logistics, purchasing, contracting and supplier relationships. Each episode we speak with healthcare executives, supply chain leaders, and innovative entrepreneurs from across the country as they share their stories, experience and expertise on the industry we love. From the loading dock to strategic sourcing, for buyers to the C-Suite and across the enterprise -- we tackle the real-life issues impacting the health care supply chain. Whether you're tuning in for conversation or inspiration, we're glad you're here. You're just in time to hear it from the source and stock up on insight, so sit back and plug into Power Supply with Hays Waldrop, Garry Skinner and Justin Poulin.

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October 20, 202614 min

AHRMM Power Up Podcast - October '26 Updates

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller, hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain industry. In this episode, Mike and Justin share what you need to know from October '26: Recall volume in September AHRMM Academy Cohorts are available on demand Fall Forum (Pump it Up) Hope everyone enjoyed Healthcare Supply Chain Week! Field insights for supply chain resiliency have been released #PowerSupply #AHRMM #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain #OctoberUpdate _______ Power Supply is proud to partner with AHRMM, the leading professional membership group for the healthcare supply chain. Through this collaboration, Power Supply offers Continuing Education Credit (CEC) approved podcast episodes to the healthcare supply chain audience.

October 19, 2026Episode 343 min

Special Episode Re-Release: Evidence Over Expense - The Real ROI: What Happens After the Sale?

The next season of Power Supply is coming soon! In the meantime, we're bringing back a few episodes you won't want to miss. Tune in today! The UV technology has been purchased, delivered, and rolled into the facility. So now what? In the final episode of "Evidence Over Expense," Kyle Morrison and Xenex's Selena Pfannstiel join us to explore why the real return on investment begins after the sale is complete. From staff training and user adoption to reporting, accountability, workflow integration, and ongoing vendor support, this conversation breaks down the often-overlooked factors that can make or break long-term program success. If your organization is investing in UV technology to reduce transmission risk and drive lasting value, this episode will change the way you think about what happens after the rollout. Tune in to this series finale today! Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps-xenex-ep3 A special thanks to our sponsor, Xenex, for making this series possible. #PowerSupply #Xenex #HealthcareSupplyChain #InfectionPrevention #ValueAnalysis #EvidenceOverExpense #UVTechnology #Podcast

October 13, 202614 min

AHRMM SME Podcast featuring Michael LaRocca

Supply chain readiness isn't just about having enough inventory on the shelves. It's about having everything ready when a patient needs care. On this episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, Michael LaRocca, Founder and CEO of Ready Computing, joins us to discuss why this distinction matters, especially for rural hospitals. From connecting supply chain performance to scheduled procedures to improving collaboration between clinical teams, Michael shares how a more proactive approach to procedure readiness can help hospitals protect patient care while managing costs. #PowerSupply #AHRMM #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain #SupplyChainReadiness #InventoryManagement #RuralHealthcare

October 12, 2026Episode 242 min

Special Episode Re-Release: Evidence Over Expense - What Really Matters When Evaluating UV Technology

The next season of Power Supply is coming soon! In the meantime, we're bringing back a few episodes you won't want to miss. Tune in today! Not all UV technologies are created equal, and for supply chain teams, knowing the difference leads to better purchasing decisions. In this episode of "Evidence Over Expense," Dr. Sarah Simmons, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC, and Juan Gonzalez from Xenex help cut through the confusion and explain what healthcare organizations should really be looking for before investing in UV technology. From FDA authorization and product safety to service, support, and long-term usability, this conversation gives supply chain teams a clear path to smarter decision-making. If your team is evaluating UV technology, this episode will help you ask the right questions, avoid the wrong assumptions, and look beyond the price tag to what truly drives value. BONUS CONTENT: Be sure to download the free Supply Chain UV Checklist Tool to help your team ask the right questions and make more informed purchasing decisions. Click here to download: https://9231499.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/9231499/Power%20Supply/Podcast/Xenex%20Bonus%20Content%20-%20Episode2.pdf Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps-xenex-ep2 A special thanks to our sponsor, Xenex, for making this series possible. #PowerSupply #Xenex #HealthcareSupplyChain #InfectionPrevention #ValueAnalysis #EvidenceOverExpense #UVTechnology #Podcast

October 6, 20267 min

AHRMM26 Conference Podcast featuring Diana Carvajal

This week on the AHRMM26 Conference Podcast, recorded live at #AHRMM26 in San Antonio, TX, host Suzi Collins sits down with Diana Carvajal, Vice President, Healthcare & Commercial at Sierra-Cedar. Diana shares what keeps her coming back to these annual conferences and the best piece of advice she's received throughout her career. She also weighs in on the one healthcare supply chain challenge she'd fix overnight and shares her biggest "aha" moment from this year's conference. Tune in now! #PowerSupply #HealthcareSupplyChain #AHRMM #Podcast #SupplyChain

October 5, 2026Episode 141 min

Special Episode Re-Release: Evidence Over Expense - Simplifying UV Decisions for Supply Chain

The next season of Power Supply is coming soon! In the meantime, we're bringing back a few episodes you won't want to miss. Tune in today! When we talk about infection prevention, the conversation usually starts with clinical outcomes. But what if one of the most important decisions happens long before a patient enters the room? In Episode 1 of our brand-new podcast series "Evidence Over Expense," Dr. Sarah Simmons, DrPH, CIC, FAPIC, from Xenex and Steve Egbert from XENDELLA join us to explore how healthcare teams can take a smarter, evidence-based approach to evaluating UV technology. From manual cleaning limitations to FDA authorization and the real cost of pathogen transmission, this conversation helps supply chain teams look beyond the price tag and focus on what really matters before making the investment. Because behind every cleaner room, stronger workflow, and smarter technology decision is a supply chain choice with real impact. Once you complete the interview, jump on over to the link below to take a short quiz and download your CEC certificate for 0.5 CECs! – https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/ps-xenex-ep1 A special thanks to our sponsor, Xenex, for making this series possible. #PowerSupply #Xenex #HealthcareSupplyChain #InfectionPrevention #ValueAnalysis #EvidenceOverExpense #UVTechnology #Podcast

September 29, 202615 min

AHRMM Power Up Podcast - September '26 Updates

This is the AHRMM Power Up Podcast with Mike Schiller, hosted by Justin Poulin. Every month, we highlight trends, strategies, and solutions from the field to advance the healthcare supply chain industry. In this episode, Mike and Justin share what you need to know from September '26: FCC Proposed Rule – Long-Term Viable GPS Solution AHRMM Activity Supply Chain Week Oct 4-10 coming up! Fall forum (virtual conference Oct 28/29) Call for committee volunteers next week too All 4 AHRMM Academy courses are available for registration On the fringe - Ifosfamide update #PowerSupply #AHRMM #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain # September Update _______ Power Supply is proud to partner with AHRMM, the leading professional membership group for the healthcare supply chain. Through this collaboration, Power Supply offers Continuing Education Credit (CEC) approved podcast episodes to the healthcare supply chain audience.

September 28, 2026Episode 226 min

Special Episode Re-Release: Operate in Harmony - Compliance and Clarity Through Connected Technology

The next season of Power Supply is coming soon! In the meantime, we're bringing back a few episodes you won't want to miss. Tune in today! When case information, vendor requirements, and compliance data live in separate systems, even a small gap can create major delays. In Episode 2 of "Operate in Harmony," Brendan Shaw from ReadySet and Jay McDonald from Green Security join us to explore how connected technology can bring greater clarity to the people, products, and processes supporting every surgical case. From linking EHR, ERP, scheduling, and vendor credentialing systems to reducing duplicate work and identifying missing requirements before the day of surgery, this conversation reveals how real-time visibility can help teams stay compliant, prepared, and ahead of costly disruptions. Tune in today to discover how connected technology can help your team spend less time chasing information and more time focusing on patient care. Over the next four weeks, this series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we'll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last. A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible. #PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Technology

September 22, 202617 min

AHRMM SME Podcast featuring Dr. Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth

On this episode of the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth , Senior Vice President, Social Impact & Population Health at Hackensack Meridian Health . Dr. Nicole shares her personal connection to human trafficking and why greater awareness across healthcare is so important. She explores how human trafficking can show up in unexpected places throughout the healthcare supply chain, from manufacturing and workforce practices to transportation and delivery. She also takes us inside Hackensack Meridian Health's Human Trafficking Response Resource Kit, a collection of policies, training materials, and resources designed to help organizations turn awareness into action. Tune in to learn how supply chain professionals can recognize the signs, speak up, and help make a difference. Click here to view Hackensack Meridian Health's Human Trafficking Response Resource Kit: https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/preventing-human-trafficking/resources #PowerSupply #AHRMM #Podcast #HealthcareSupplyChain #HumanTrafficking #Awareness #Action

September 21, 2026Episode 134 min

Special Episode Re-Release: Operate in Harmony - Building Best Practices for Clinical, Operational, and Vendor Alignment

The next season of Power Supply is coming soon! In the meantime, we're bringing back a few episodes you won't want to miss. Tune in today! Clinical teams, supply chain leaders, and vendor partners all play a critical role in surgical success, but getting everyone aligned isn't always easy. In Episode 1 of our brand-new podcast series, "Operate in Harmony," Geoff Gates from Cleveland Clinic and Matt Rechin from ReadySet join us to explore how stronger partnerships create the foundation for lasting best practices. From strengthening clinical engagement and streamlining vendor communication to leveraging technology and data to reduce manual steps, they'll break down how stronger alignment can drive safer, smarter, and more consistent processes. If your teams are working side by side but not always in sync, this episode will help you bring every part of the surgical supply chain into harmony. Tune in today! Over the next four weeks, this series explores what it takes to align people, process, and technology across the surgical supply chain. From strengthening clinical partnerships and vendor collaboration to optimizing workflows and embracing innovation, we'll explore the ideas and insights that help healthcare teams build best practices that last. A special thanks to our sponsor, ReadySet, for making this series possible. #PowerSupply #ReadySet #OperateInHarmony #HealthcareSupplyChain #Vendor #Clinical #Operational #Partnership #BestPractices #Technology