Medical Device Sterilization Seminar Offered by Steris Isomedix Services
Join STERIS Isomedix Services for a TechTeam seminar on topics critical to success in medical device sterilization. The event, being held February 22-23, 2011 in Orlando, Florida, will provide attendees the opportunity to learn about sterilization technologies, process validation, materials selection and much more.
In addition to the TechTeam experts from STERIS Isomedix Services, the seminar will feature thought leaders from around the industry. Seminar topics include:
Fundamentals of Radiation Processing
Overview of radiation and how gamma radiation is used, comparison of technologies, product validation and materials selection, dosimetry, and process validation
Ethylene Oxide (EO) Sterilization Overview
Introduction to ethylene oxide sterilization, standards and guidelines, process challenge devices, parametric release, and process validation
Materials Compatibility and Selection
Materials selection criteria, effects of radiation, the chemistry of plastics, materials issues, and qualification testing / shelf life testing
Laboratory Services and Techniques
Testing techniques, laboratory procedures, and laboratory services
Packaging for Sterilization
Effects of irradiation and EO sterilization processes on packaging materials and packages
Cleaning Programs for Medical Device Cleanrooms
Types of bacteria found in cleanrooms, differences in cleaning chemistries and their appropriate application
This two day seminar provides information for those involved in medical device manufacturing/engineering, research and development, quality/regulatory, validation/sterilization, microbiology, product/project management, product/packaging design and engineering, marketing/brand management, and supply chain/distribution.
Visit the STERIS Isomedix Services website to learn more about the Medical Device Sterilization Seminar and register today!
About STERIS Isomedix Services
STERIS Isomedix Services is a provider of contract sterilization services with 18 facilities located throughout the U.S.A., Canada and Puerto Rico. Utilizing gamma and ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization technologies, Isomedix Services has been meeting the sterilization needs of the medical device, pharmaceutical and biotechnology community for over 35 years. For more information about STERIS Isomedix Services please call (877) 783-7479 or visit the STERIS Isomedix Services website.
