About
The Sono Center
Sono Center is a leading radiology facility in Pasadena, CA, specializing in breast screening and the early detection of breast cancers that are most frequently missed with mammography. We’ve been providing women throughout the Los Angeles metro area the peace of mind they need so they can feel confident about their health and wellness. Established more than a decade ago as Breast Ultrasound Center by leading radiologist Dr. Kevin Kelly, the center uses the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology to detect cancerous lesions in their earliest and most treatable stages.
Dr. Kelly was one of the first radiologists in Southern California to use ultrasound as a detection and diagnostic tool for breast cancer, working tirelessly to develop the technology. He created the SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound (AWBUS) for accurate screening of women with dense tissue or breast implants. AWBUS was developed to detect the lesions that are most frequently missed with mammography, including small, invasive breast cancers in women with dense breast tissue or implants.
The AWBUS technology is automated and standardized, which means it’s not reliant on the proficiency of the technician, and no radiation is used. The technology captures 100 percent of breast tissue, recording findings on video so they can be easily reviewed by the radiologist. In clinical trials, AWBUS was 300 percent more accurate than mammography at detecting invasive breast cancers that were one centimeter or less in diameter. Plus, AWBUS is convenient and pain-free – no compression of the breast tissue is involved.
Location
Sono Center
960 E Green St #166
Pasadena, CA 91106
info@thesonocenter.com
Phone: (626) 381-9430
Fax: (626) 628-3617
Hours
Mon–Fri: 8am–5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Meet the Team
At The Sono Center
Edmond Ohanian, D.O.
Medical Director
Edmond Ohanian, D.O.
Medical Director
Dr. Edmond Ohanian is a Board-Certified Internist with more than nine years of experience. He received his BS in Physiological Sciences from UCLA, Magna Cum Laude, and his medical degree, from Western University of Health and Sciences, graduating among the top of his class.
Dr. Ohanian completed his residency in internal medicine at Loma Linda University Medical Center where he was named “Intern of the Year” and was honored with the Program Directors Award for academic and administrative excellence. Due to his love for teaching, he stayed on as Chief Resident at Loma Linda University Medical Center. After completing his residency, he became Associate Medical Director of the Hospitalist Group, moving to Los Angeles a year later to be closer to his family.
Dr. Ohanian has many Journal publications and poster presentations, and has authored three chapters in a book for medical students. Enjoying teaching medical students and residents, Dr. Ohanian is Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Adjunct Professor of Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine. He is also an active staff member at numerous local hospitals, including Glendale Adventist Health and USC Verdugo Hills.
Caroline Moss, MD
Breast Imaging & Abdominal Radiologist
Caroline Moss, MD
Breast Imaging and Abdominal Radiologist
Dr. Caroline Moss is a fellowship-trained radiologist specializing in Breast Imaging and Women’s Radiology. She has trained at numerous prestigious centers across the U.S., including the University of Missouri, Columbia, UCLA, and Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. In 1992, Dr. Moss completed a fellowship in Abdominal Cross-Sectional Imaging at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. She also has special training in nuclear medicine.
Dr. Moss has been practicing breast imaging since 1991. She has particular expertise in mammography, 3D tomosynthesis, ultrasonography, and both ultrasound guided and stereotactic biopsies. Dr. Moss currently practices at Bedford Breast Center, where she counsels patients on mammogram and ultrasound findings as well as helps provide pinpoint accuracy to allow for cancer removal and diagnosis.
Alyssa Watanabe, MD, FACR
Breast Imaging Radiologist & Neuroradiologist
Alyssa Watanabe, MD, FACR
Breast Imaging Radiologist and Neuroradiologist
Dr. Watanabe is a fellowship-trained radiologist who specializes in Breast Imaging and Neuroradiology. She completed medical school in 1987 at the UCSF, followed by residency at UCLA and an Internal Medicine internship at Huntington Memorial Hospital. In 1994, Dr. Watanabe completed fellowships in Neuro Interventional Radiology and Neuroradiology at University of Southern California.
Dr. Watanabe currently serves as Chief Medical Officer for CureMetrix, a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) for mammography, and is on faculty at USC Keck School of Medicine as a Clinical Associate Professor of Radiology. She is an expert in the use of artificial intelligence to improve early detection of breast cancer. Other specialty interests include advanced imaging techniques of brain disorders including traumatic injuries.
Karen L Reuss, MD
Breast Imaging and Body Radiologist
Karen L Reuss, MD
Breast Imaging and Body Radiologist
Dr. Karen L Reuss is a fellowship trained radiologist specializing in Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Radiology. She graduated medical school, with honors, at SUNY Health Science Center. Subsequently, Dr. Reuss completed residency at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Body Imaging at University of California, Irvine.
Dr. Reuss has been practicing for 35 years. She has a depth of diverse experience, with particular expertise in diagnostic radiology.
Isabel Lopez
Sonographer
Isabel Lopez
Sonographer
Isabel attended North-West College where she completed her Diagnostic Medical Sonographer training and earned her degree as a Sonographer. Upon completion of her degree, Isabel undertook extensive training with the leading radiologist and inventor of SonoCine, Dr. Kevin Kelly. Isabel has significant experience in breast ultrasound using SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound (AWBUS) technology as well as handheld diagnostic ultrasound. Isabel has been the leading Sonographer since the inception of Breast Ultrasound Center under the medical directorship of Dr. Kevin Kelly. Isabel has also trained numerous Sonographers on the use of SonoCine AWBUS for various imaging facilities offering the same ultrasound technology. Isabel cares deeply about her patients and is eager to help women learn more about breast health and early breast cancer detection.
Terese Kulaga, RDMS
Sonographer
Terese Kulaga, RDMS
Sonographer
Terese interned and graduated from Cypress College’s Diagnostic and Medical Sonography Program and is licensed under the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and board certified in Abdomen and Obstetric & Gynecology. Terese has extensive experience in scanning various exams including; abdominal organs, vascular, pelvic, OB, superficial/small parts (breast, thyroid and testicular exams) & ultrasound guided procedures. Terese successfully completed her training in SonoCine Automated Whole Breast Ultrasounds (AWBUS) at the Sono Center. Terese’s sonography experience combined with her empathetic nature allows her to care for her patients on a deeper level and reassures them that they are in good hands.
Looking to Join Our Team?
Are you interested in joining the team at the Sono Center to help support women with early breast cancer detection? Check out our open positions on Indeed, or send your resume to info@thesonocenter.com if you are interested to learn more about our career opportunities.
FAQs
New American College of Radiology® (ACR®) breast cancer screening guidelines now call for all women, particularly Black and Ashkenazi Jewish women, to have risk assessment by age 25 to determine if screening earlier than age 40 is needed. The ACR continues to recommend annual screening starting at age 40 for women of average risk, but earlier and more intensive screening for high-risk patients.
Read about how SonoCine AWBUS compares.
One of our trained ultrasound technologists will guide you through the process and will perform the exam. Click here to learn more about our team.
Reimbursement will vary depending on the insurance carrier using CPT Code 76641 (ultrasound, breast, unilateral to include axilla when performed, complete) and charged for each breast. Visit SonoCine’s Reimbursement page to learn more.
SonoCine is an ultrasound technology, uses no x-rays and has no radiation, has no painful compression, and reliably finds 4-10mm breast cancers in all breast tissue types and women with implants.
Mammography is an x-ray technology with painful compression, and misses 50% of the small, easily treatable cancers in women with dense breast tissue or implants.
The SonoCine system is designed to overcome the inconsistencies that result from handheld scanning. The inherent complexity of hand scanning detracts from the ability to recognize subtle findings of cancer. SonoCine technology robotically scans the entirety of both breasts to include the axilla (underarms) and records approximately 3,000 images, which are displayed in a movie format for the radiologist to review.
“The Sono Center staff takes time and personal care and attention with each patient.”
“The staff are terrific, and the facility is always clean and calm.”
“I feel safe and secure with this team.”
“The entire center has a very clean, calming, aesthetic, private and respectful atmosphere.”
“Having such a caring staff and doctor makes everything so much easier.”