Introduction to Opto-Acoustic Imaging and It’s first FDA Approved Application

February 4, 2026 to February 5, 2026

Vizient is pleased to host a continuing education session led by Michael Karaz of Seno Medical, offering an in-depth introduction to Opto-Acoustic (OA) Imaging and its first FDA-approved clinical application. This session will explore the scientific rationale and foundational principles behind Opto-Acoustic Imaging, and how it integrates with ultrasound in real-world clinical practice. 

Participants will gain insight into how combined ultrasound (US) and opto-acoustic features are used to calculate a lesion’s Likelihood of Malignancy (LOM), as well as the advantages of Opto-Acoustic Imaging compared to current imaging technologies. The presentation is designed to build both conceptual understanding and practical knowledge relevant to today’s imaging environment.
 

Target Audience

  • Radiologic Technologists

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:  

  • Explain the scientific rationale for Opto-Acoustic (OA) imaging and the clinical needs it addresses.
  • Describe the foundational principles of OA imaging, including how optical absorption generates acoustic signals.
  • Discuss how OA imaging is integrated with ultrasound (US) in clinical workflow.
  • Identify key ultrasound and opto-acoustic features used in lesion characterization and summarize how these features contribute to calculating a lesion’s Likelihood of Malignancy (LOM).
  • Compare OA imaging with current imaging technologies by highlighting potential advantages, limitations, and appropriate clinical use cases.

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 ASRT CE
  • 1.00 General CE - Attendance
Course opens: 
02/04/2026
Course expires: 
04/05/2026
Event starts: 
02/04/2026 - 12:00pm CST
Event ends: 
02/05/2026 - 10:59pm CST
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FACULTY & PLANNERS

Faculty

Michael Karaz, BS, RDMS   
Manager of Clinical Applications                   
Seno Medical  

 
 
Disclaimer
The education provided through this activity is for continuing education purposes only. The views and opinions expressed in this activity are those of the faculty/presenters and do not necessarily reflect the views of Vizient, Inc.

 

Designation Statement(s)

Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
 
Approved by the ASRT for Category A continuing education credit.
 
 
 
Other Healthcare Professionals (General CE Credit)
 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 ASRT CE
  • 1.00 General CE - Attendance
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