No More Chemicals: Explore UV-C HLD for Ultrasound

No More Chemicals: Explore UV-C HLD for Ultrasound

Includes a Live Web Event on 12/09/2025 at 1:00 PM (EST)

Learning Objectives:
After completing this activity, which is provided in collaboration with Germitec, you should be able to:

  • Discover how UV-C HLD transforms ultrasound transducer reprocessing
  • Identify clinical, safety, & workflow benefits of going chemical-free
  • Explore proven strategies for compliance & efficiency from peers in imaging & engineering
  • Discuss the fiscal & operational benefits of non-chemical HLD for ultrasound

Faculty: Duane Livadney, R.T. (R) (CT), CNMT; Karen Waninger

Target Audience:
The fireside chat will provide healthcare professionals in imaging, infection prevention, healthcare technology management, supply chain, patient safety, and related fields with an overview of UV-C technology for HLD processing of ultrasound transducers. The speakers will share their real-world experience, describing the decision to shift to UV-C HLD processing and the impact it is having within their organizations, from an efficiency, cost, and overall outcomes perspective. The call will include a live Q&A to address questions attendees may have about UV-C HLD processing within ultrasound.

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This webinar is a non-CME educational activity.

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Duane Livadney, R.T. (R) (CT), CNMT

Medical Imaging Coordinator CT, NM, US

Intermountain Health, Peaks Region; Platte Valley Medical Center

With more than 46 years in medical imaging, Duane Livadney has consistently led the way in bringing new technologies and service lines into Platte Valley Hospital. From establishing specialty imaging programs early in his career to advancing equipment and processes across ultrasound, CT, and nuclear medicine, his focus on innovation and quality improvement remains a priority. As Imaging Coordinator at Intermountain Health’s Platte Valley Hospital, Duane remains an advocate and trusted expert on advancing imaging safety and efficiency by evaluating and selecting leading technologies to help deliver high-quality outcomes and patient care.

Karen Waninger

Administrative Director, HTM

Franciscan Health

Karen brings over 30 years of experience in Healthcare Technology Management (HTM), progressing from Biomedical Equipment Technician in a 200-bed community hospital to Administrative Director for a 12-hospital system. Along the way, she has led in-house and field service HTM teams, served as Regional Service Director and National Director of Regulatory Compliance for an Independent Service Organization (ISO), and held board positions with the Indiana Biomedical Society. She holds a BS in Electrical Technology from Purdue University and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. Karen is a frequent conference speaker and has received national recognition for her leadership in the HTM profession.