In today's rapidly evolving healthcare environment, partnerships between industry leaders, healthcare organizations, and advocacy groups are essential to improving patient safety, advancing medical research, and shaping policies that benefit providers and patients. CS Medical, a leader in automated ultrasound probe reprocessing, understands the importance of collaboration. Through strategic partnerships, CS Medical drives meaningful change in infection prevention and quality care across the healthcare sector.
These partnerships foster innovation, encourage knowledge-sharing, and promote research that improves patient outcomes. By aligning with these respected organizations, CS Medical contributes to a safer and more efficient healthcare system, ensuring that medical professionals are equipped with the latest tools and insights to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and enhance patient care.
APIC
CS Medical's collaboration with the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is a testament to our global commitment to improving infection prevention practices. Founded in 1972, APIC is the largest association for infection preventionists (IPs), with over 15,000 members and more than 100 chapters. APIC members are responsible for preventing HAIs in hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings. As a Strategic Partner Collaborator for 2025, CS Medical supports APIC's mission to reduce the spread of infections in healthcare environments.
The APIC Strategic Partner Program connects industry leaders with IPs to share resources, innovations, and best practices. As a partner, CS Medical contributes to education, research, and advocacy efforts that shape the future of infection prevention. This collaboration enables us to stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in infection control while providing solutions that help providers reduce the risk of HAIs.
CS Medical's automated ultrasound probe reprocessing solutions, TEEClean and Ethos, are critical in preventing the transmission of infections. By joining forces with APIC, CS Medical ensures IPs have access to the most reliable and effective technology to help protect patients and staff. "We are pleased to once again join with APIC to support infection preventionists across the globe," said Mark Leath, President of CS Medical. This partnership helps both organizations work toward a common goal: improving healthcare safety and reducing the incidence of HAIs
The Leapfrog Group
CS Medical is proud to announce a new partnership with The Leapfrog Group, an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving American healthcare quality and transparency. Founded in 2000, The Leapfrog Group is a national watchdog focused on reporting data related to medical errors, accidents, and infections. The organization sets standards for hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) and publishes ratings to help consumers make informed decisions about healthcare providers.
The Leapfrog Group's mission aligns perfectly with CS Medical's commitment to patient safety. As part of this collaboration, CS Medical focuses on Leapfrog's collaborative culture, working alongside clinicians, hospitals, ASCs, health plans, and patient advocates to achieve shared goals for excellent patient care.
"We are proud to partner with CS Medical to improve patient safety in the United States," said Leah Binder, President and CEO of Leapfrog. "Their insights and expertise are crucial to our mission. Everyone deserves the highest quality care, and together with CS Medical, we can achieve our shared vision for excellence." Leapfrog's Partners Advisory Committee, which brings together leaders from various healthcare sectors, serves as a platform for developing initiatives that promote accountability and foster improvements in patient care.
Through this partnership, CS Medical also gains access to valuable insights and data that help inform its efforts to reduce HAIs and enhance infection prevention protocols.
HSPA
In addition to our collaborations with APIC and The Leapfrog Group, CS Medical is also proud to partner with the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). With over 50,000 members worldwide, HSPA represents professionals responsible for sterilizing and reprocessing medical devices. These professionals play a vital role in ensuring that surgical instruments are properly cleaned, disinfected, and maintained.
Our partnership with HSPA enables the company to engage directly with decision-makers in the sterile processing field, ensuring that our automated solutions meet the highest standards for safety and effectiveness. By aligning with HSPA, CS Medical helps support educational programs and initiatives that promote best practices in sterile processing, ultimately improving the quality of care.
Through this partnership, CS Medical contributes to HSPA's mission to advance the sterile processing profession and improve patient safety. With a shared commitment to quality, CS Medical helps sterile processing professionals access the tools and knowledge they need to ensure that medical instruments are reprocessed safely and effectively
The Power of Partnership
The strategic partnerships between CS Medical, APIC, The Leapfrog Group, and HSPA are a powerful example of how collaboration in the healthcare sector can drive meaningful change. These partnerships allow CS Medical to stay ahead of industry trends, contribute to research, and advocate for policy changes that improve patient safety and healthcare quality. By working together with these organizations, CS Medical helps ensure that healthcare professionals have access to the best tools and practices for preventing infections and delivering high-quality care.
CS Medical's partnerships with APIC, The Leapfrog Group, and HSPA reflect our dedication to advancing patient safety and improving infection prevention practices across the healthcare sector. These collaborations strengthen our position as a leader in the field, allowing us to contribute to critical initiatives that will enhance patient outcomes and reduce the risks associated with HAIs.
By partnering with these esteemed organizations, CS Medical continues to promote the value of collaboration, innovation, and education in healthcare. These partnerships are essential to our ongoing efforts to create a safer, more effective healthcare system for patients worldwide.
