Innovative Thinking

We’ve compiled these resources and articles that reflect our commitment to emerging technology and healthcare trends.

March 2, 2026

USP <800> Wipe Sampling: Why It Matters—and How to Implement It Without Fear

For many sterile compounding teams, hazardous drug (HD) wipe sampling is one of the most intimidating aspects of USP <800>. Even organizations with strong sterile compounding programs often delay implementation—not because they don’t care about safety, but because they’re unsure what wipe sampling will uncover, how results will be interpreted, or how regulators will respond.

February 2, 2026

USP <797> & <800> in Practice: A 5-Step Playbook for Calm, Consistent Compounding

Sterile compounding standards are designed to protect patients and the people who prepare their medications. Yet many pharmacies still experience “compliance whiplash”—surges of activity before audits, followed by drift during normal operations.

January 7, 2026

Taking USP <797> Best Practices into the New Year: Resolutions for Sterile Compounding Success

Understand how to design effective media-fill tests that accurately simulate real-world sterile compounding workflows and verify personnel competency across both non-HD and HD environments. This article breaks down the key elements, testing schedules, and documentation practices needed to build a reliable, compliant, and sustainable MFT program.

December 1, 2025

Designing Effective Media-Fill Tests for Sterile Compounders

Understand how to design effective media-fill tests that accurately simulate real-world sterile compounding workflows and verify personnel competency across both non-HD and HD environments. This article breaks down the key elements, testing schedules, and documentation practices needed to build a reliable, compliant, and sustainable MFT program.

November 19, 2025

A 90-Day USP <797> Tune-Up Plan: Practical Steps, Real Results

Explore a focused 90-day roadmap designed to tune up your sterile compounding program without disrupting daily operations. This guide breaks down the essential actions, checks, and habits that drive real, measurable progress toward USP <797> compliance.

October 12, 2025

Donning Sterile Gloves: What Observers Must Watch For

Learn how to sharpen your sterile gloving observation skills with this clear, step-by-step guide that highlights the highest-risk moments and what to watch for. This article breaks down the key actions, cues, and coaching techniques that ensure sterile gloving is performed safely, consistently, and in compliance with best practices.

September 22, 2025

Parasol Medical: A Better Way to Support Sterile Compounders

Learn how Parasol Medical supports sterile compounders with practical microbiology tools, smarter workflows, and hands-on expertise designed to reduce friction and strengthen compliance. This introductory post outlines who we are, what we offer, and how our approach helps cleanrooms operate more safely, consistently, and inspection-ready every day.

May 27, 2025

Medtec Medical, Inc. Secures Significant Court Victory on Behalf of Parasol Medical, LLC

Parasol Medical, LLC Awarded $9.4 Million in Landmark Court Victory Against Patrick Eddy and Medical Minds, LLC for Fraud and Trade Secret Violations.

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