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Join Chyrill from MultiMedical Systems as she talks with Donald Armstrong, Technical Training Manager at Renovo Solutions, LLC. They discuss his experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of medical equipment maintenance and the future of healthcare. Learn about medical equipment repair and the significance of biomedical engineering in today's healthcare landscape.==========Learn more about MMS: https://multimedicalsystems.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/multimedical-systems/https://www.facebook.com/MultiMedicalSystems/

What causes scope damage—and how can biomeds prevent it? In this episode of HTM Insider, host Chyrill Sandrini welcomes back Frank Majerowicz, Co-Founder and Partner at Fibertech Medical, for part two of their endoscope series. Together, they unpack the mechanical realities inside flexible endoscopes, and what HTM professionals can do to reduce repair costs, minimize downtime, and support patient safety.Frank draws on 35 years of endoscope repair experience to walk us through one of the most misunderstood components: the bending section. From articulation systems and cable wear to leak testing procedures and image troubleshooting, this episode gives biomeds a technical roadmap for spotting early damage and extending the life of the scope fleet.Whether you're a hospital HTM lead or supporting a rural surgery center, this conversation offers valuable field-based diagnostics and preventive strategies you can act on today.

Topics Covered:

• Anatomy of a bending section and how it fails

• Why scope angulation matters—and how to test it

• Field tests biomeds can perform without tools

• Leak testing best practices (manual and automatic)

• What causes blurry images—and how to fix them fast

• The true cost of skipping leak testing

• Cleaning and maintaining endoscopy towers

Why do biomeds need to understand endoscopes? In this episode, Frank Majerowicz breaks down the components, costs, and critical care techniques every technician should know.

In this first of a two-part series, HTM Insider host Chyrill Sandrini is joined by Frank Majerowicz, co-founder of FiberTech Medical, to demystify the flexible endoscope. With over 35 years of experience in endoscope repair and service, Frank shares foundational knowledge every biomed needs—especially those involved in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

From understanding the control body and distal tip to identifying early signs of wear, this episode is packed with practical advice, insider knowledge, and repair-prevention strategies that can help biomeds save their facilities thousands in equipment costs.

Whether you’re new to endoscopes or looking to deepen your troubleshooting skills, this episode will give you a stronger foundation and more confidence when working with these complex and costly instruments.

Planning your medical device disposal is not only important, but also will save many compliance headaches. Patrick Kelly, CEO of PLAN Medical joins HTM Insider to discuss the ins and outs of medical device disposal, the services provided by PLAN Medical, and the importance of putting a plan in place for disposing of your medical devices once they've completed their lifecycles. Whether you're a hospital CFO, a Procurement Manager, or a Biomedical Technician, this episode will be valuable for understanding how, why, and when to plan for the disposal of medical equipment========Learn more about MMS:https://multimedicalsystems.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/multimedical-systems/posts/?feedView=allhttps://www.facebook.com/MultiMedicalSystems/

Allison Woolford, CBET, joins your host Chyrill Sandrini of Multimedical Systems to explore this and more.

Topics covered include a video of a typical day in Allison's job, a discussion of the challenges faced by women working in a male dominated field, and the importance of documentation.

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In this episode, Matt Bassuk of NVRT Labs joins to talk about how they are using the power of XR and AI to create new and valuable learning experiences for clinical engineers around the country. Matt shares some of the exciting developments his team has made, how some of the latest updates to XR technology has enabled new and interesting learning opportunities, and why he believes that XR is the future for on the job training for biomedical technicians.

Have you ever wished there was a group highlighting and lifting up female leaders in the healthcare technology management field? Kim Rowland, Amber Sportsman, and Adrianna England join Chyrill Sandrini of MMS to discuss what Women in Leadership is, how you can get involved, and where you can find them at upcoming HTM events, like MD Expo!

In this episode of HTM Insider, host Chyrill Sandrini sits down with Jose Zambrano, a seasoned healthcare technology management (HTM) professional with nearly 30 years of experience, to discuss his remarkable journey from biomed tech to leadership within Kaiser Permanente.

Jose shares personal stories about the challenges and triumphs of continuing his education, the importance of mentorship, and how aspiring HTM professionals can advance their careers through both formal education and training and on-the-job experience.

Whether you're considering a degree or looking to grow as a leader in HTM, Jose's insights will inspire and guide you on your path. Tune in for a candid conversation filled with valuable lessons for anyone in the healthcare technology field.

Topics covered include the importance of continuing education in HTM, balancing full-time work and family while pursuing a degree, the leadership challenges and opportunities in healthcare technology, and the value of mentorship and building professional relationships.

Don't miss this episode if you're passionate about advancing in healthcare technology management!

Keeping up as a HTM can be difficult - between maintaining certifications, addressing new and existing PMs, and staying up to date with manufacturer policies and requirements, there is a lot to juggle.

Industry veteran Thomas Flaherty joins Chyrill Sandrini to discuss how he's followed the HTM career path, his philosophy on work, and his advice to managers in the biomed field.

In this episode of HTM Insider, we talk to Jennifer Chester, Biomed II at Crothall Health as well as

Jennifer joins to discuss how she started her career in the HTM field, her experience in the industry, and how she's educating the next generation about HTM as a career option.

Join us as we discuss all of this and more!

See more from Jennifer and get her first book, Bella's Big Fix here!