Amy Piser
With 26 years experience working in healthcare, Amy has implemented sustainability initiatives for over 100 hospitals across the United States and brings unique practice and compliance expertise to healthcare waste management.
Latest Posts by Amy Piser
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The Elements Of Hospital Waste Reduction
Master hospital waste reduction with our guide, covering strategies, recycling, and expert advice to efficiently optimize healthcare waste management.
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Examples of Biohazardous Waste
Discover these 10 common examples of biohazardous waste to learn what is considered biohazardous waste, understand the common types, and ensure proper management of biohaz disposal in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines.
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How To Safely Dispose of Controlled Substances
Proper disposal of pharmaceuticals is crucial for DEA compliance. With Secure a Drug, and co-dispensing, it’s easy to properly dispose of controlled substances.
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How To Create a Compliant and Safe Medical Waste Program at Your General Practice
General practices sometimes struggle to understand the full scope of compliant medical waste disposal. Learn the regulations governing this waste and how it can be disposed of.
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Best Practices For Dialysis Waste Disposal
Dialysis centers have unique medical waste disposal needs. Read our blog to learn the best strategies for classification and disposal of dialysis waste.
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7 Steps Not to Skip When Setting Up a Compliant Medical Waste Program At Your Dental Facility
Dental facilities pose many unique challenges for medical waste disposal. Learn how to set up a compliant program for your dental facility.
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Guide to Washington D.C. Medical Waste Regulations
The District of Columbia must follow federal guidelines when it comes to healthcare waste management. Learn about specific regulations
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Steps to Ensure Proper Disposal of Chemotherapy Waste
It is critical to know the specific requirements for handing chemotherapy waste disposal, including guidelines covering identification, segregation, and compliant disposal.
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What is Pathological Waste?
What is pathological waste? While the wording and descriptions of pathological waste may differ depending on the source, the term most often implies …
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A Day in the Life of a Needle
Learn about the journey of a needle from the point of use, to disposal, as well as how to prevent needlestick injuries. Read our blog for essential insights.
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5 Common Mistakes People Make with Medical Waste
A huge focus of proper medical waste disposal processes emphasizes environmental protection, it’s vital to remember that it also enhances safety for healthcare providers and the public.
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How to Reduce Excess Regulated Medical Waste Caused by COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a dramatic increase in the amount of regulated medical waste (RMW) being produced.