The Audiologist

Discover how AI-powered insights and proactive monitoring are revolutionizing the hearing aid experience. We'll explore how these advancements are empowering hearing care professionals (HCPs) with data-driven insights to minimize service interruptions and ensure uninterrupted care for their clients. Resources mentioned in this episode How AI is ensuring your clients have uninterrupted care | Audiology Blog Reliability Redefined: Using artificial intelligence to let HCPs focus on what matters / Jagoda, L. et al. October 2024 www.phonak.com/ai-audiology

Learn more on how Phonak is revolutionizing the industry with DEEPSONIC. This AI chip is applying AI/DNN sound processing to deliver unparalleled speech clarity by separating speech from noise. Visit www.phonak.com/ai-audiology to learn more.

In this episode, we're joined by Jan-Willem Wasmann, a leading expert in the field, to guide us through the rapidly evolving landscape of computational audiology. We'll explore the latest advancements, discuss the challenges and opportunities, and discuss how AI is shaping the future of hearing care. Resources mentioned in this episode: Computational Audiology Network Website Computational Audiology Computational Audiology - Computational Audiology Computational Audiology: New Approaches to Advance Hearing Health Care in the Digital Age, March 2021, Ear and Hearing, DOI:10.1097/AUD.0000000000001041 www.phonak.com/ai-audiology

Ever wondered how AI is revolutionizing hearing technology? Join us as we explore the groundbreaking science behind Phonak Infinio. Get ready to learn how we're pushing the boundaries of hearing care. AI (Artificial Intelligence) Hearing Aids

For children with hearing loss, the right hearing aid opens a world of sound, connection, and development. Many pediatric audiologists are constantly seeking new ways to support these children and their families. On this episode of The Audiologist, we explore how Phonak is using big data to revolutionize pediatric hearing care. Resources mentioned in this episode: Phonak Target Track: Using large-scale data analytics to understand the prescription and use of pediatric hearing aids. Using Large-Scale Data Analytics to Understand Pediatric Hearing Aid Prescription and Use

Are you ready to expand your role to better address the social and emotional needs of your clients? The AIMER program offers the resources and training necessary to make this meaningful shift. By taking this step, you can foster greater engagement in rehabilitation efforts and help achieve improved hearing health outcomes. Dr Bec Bennett’s work on developing AIMER was supported by Ear Science Institute Australia and Raine Medical Research Foundation for supporting this work. Doug's story shared with permission. Listen and learn more about this valuable program. Resources mentioned in this episode: Enhancing audiological care: Addressing social and emotional well-being with the AIMER program | Audiology Blog Aimer resources OSF | AIMER (Ask, Inform, Manage, Encourage and Refer): targeting mental wellbeing support within audiological care

It’s clear from our research that family members play an important role as they provide the support that an adult with hearing loss needs to be successful with hearing rehabilitation. The team at The University of Queensland has conducted years of research into the role that family members play in improving hearing care outcomes. Study co-author Dr. Barbra Timmer shares new, exciting insights in this podcast episode. Resources Franks, I. & Timmer, B. (2023) Reasons for the non-use of hearing aids: perspectives of non-users, past users, and family members. -International Journal of Audiology. https://doi.org/10.1080/14992027.2023.2270703 Family-Centered Care resources on phonak.com https://www.phonak.com/en-us/professionals/audiology-hub/family-centered-care More podcast episodes with Dr. Barbra Timmer: How to improve your client’s social-emotional well-being https://the-audiologist.podbean.com/e/how-to-improve-your-clients-social-emotional-well-being/

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When it comes to managing severe to profound hearing loss, it is helpful to "Start with the end in mind," as recommended by Dr. Diane Novak. We interviewed her and Prof. Pamela Souza from Northwestern University's School of Communication in this episode of "The Audiologist." Gain exclusive insights and tips for daily practice to maximize audibility for your clients with severe to profound hearing loss. Resources mentioned in this episode Podcast episodes with Prof. Pamela Souza (Severe to profound hearing loss guidelines series): There are so many tools in our toolkit” when fitting hearing aids It becomes important to know exactly what the patient is receiving... The Phonak quick guide to the management of severe to profound hearing loss in adults

In this episode, we delve into the exciting world of pediatric audiology with Pediatric Advisory Board member and special guest Kevin Munro, National Programme Director NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, UK. We explore the latest research and look back at the important turning points. Online resources mentioned in this episode: Bambino project / University of Manchester: https://sites.manchester.ac.uk/bambino/ CHerUB project / University of Manchester: https://www.cherubproject.co.uk/ International Pediatric Conference 2024: https://www.phonak.com/en-us/professionals/training-events/9-international-pediatric-audiology-conference Pediatric Advisory Board: https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/audiology-hub/pediatric-tools/pediatric-advisory-board

Offer gold-standard hearing aid verification to your clients Learn more the fully integrated step by step verification workflow available in Phonak Target called TargetMatch in the latest episode of “The Audiologist”.

The ENHANCE study has been investigating whether remediation of hearing loss in older adults with hearing aids has an impact on cognitive health. Listen to the latest episode of "The Audiologist" with Prof. Julia Sarant, Professor and Lead Chief Investigator at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and Lisa Bacic, Manager Audiology Thought Leadership at Phonak, to learn more.

A conversation with Dr. Hillary Snapp on single sided deafness What do you know about Single Sided Deafness (SSD)? We bring you up to speed on the latest research and best practice guidance with Dr. Hillary Snapp, Chief of Audiology and Associate Professor, University of Miami Ear Institute, USA. Resources mentioned in this episode: Snapp H.A., Ausili S.A. Hearing with One Ear: Consequences and Treatments for Profound Unilateral Hearing Loss. J Clin Med. 2020 Apr 3;9(4):1010. PMID: 32260087; PMCID: PMC7230949. LINK: JCM | Free Full-Text | Hearing with One Ear: Consequences and Treatments for Profound Unilateral Hearing Loss (mdpi.com) Phonak Audiology Blog Lumity CROS: Lumity CROS: New study reveals that hearing ‘from both sides’ has well-being benefits | Audiology Blog (phonakpro.com) CROS L Verification guide LINK: https://www.phonak.com/content/dam/phonak/en/evidence-library/white-paper/technical-paper/ph-verification-guide-cros-real-ear-measurement-en-027-0643-02-l.pdf

Learn why it is so important in hearing healthcare that we address the social-emotional well-being of clients. Listen to the latest episode of “The Audiologist” with Dr. Barbra Timmer, Lecturer at the University of Queensland, and Lisa Bacic, Manager Audiology Thought Leadership at Phonak HQ. Learn more https://www.phonak.com/en-int/well-hearing

Think about your clients with hearing loss. Do many of them have physical health conditions? ​ Websites mentioned in this episode: WHO: Integrated care for older people (ICOPE) https://www.who.int/teams/maternal-newborn-child-adolescent-health-and-ageing/ageing-and-health/integrated-care-for-older-people-icope# Video "WHO launches digital app to improve care for older people" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Arc2whZGpH0 Phonak Evidence Library https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/audiology-hub/evidence-library

Hearing Performance series - episode 2 How does AutoSense OS benefit your clients? Get the answer to this question and more by listening to this episode with Davina Omisore, Audiology Manager, and Chase Smith, Sales Audiology Manager. For over 75 years, Phonak has developed innovative technologies that improve speech understanding and sound quality. Get a deeper insight into our evidence-based features to offer your clients the best hearing performance in every listening situation. https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/innovations

Hearing Performance series - episode 1 The benefits of directional microphones are well-known and proven. Learn on the go how Phonak implements directional microphones to meet the needs of your clients. Listen to our new podcast series with Shin-Shin Hobi, Senior Audiology Manager, and Chase Smith, Sales Audiology Manager, on hearing performance. For over 75 years, Phonak has developed innovative technologies that improve speech understanding and sound quality. Get a deeper insight into our evidence-based features to offer your clients the best hearing performance in every listening situation. https://www.phonak.com/en-int/professionals/innovations

Pediatric Series - Episode 4 Finn Gomez, diagnosed with hearing loss at five years of age, has been working with his audiologist throughout his life. Over time, he also learned to use new tools to adjust his hearing aid technology even better to his needs. In this podcast, Jodie Nelson, Global Pediatric Audiology Manager at Phonak HQ Switzerland, talks with Finn Gomez about his passion for music, how the intelligent wireless technology of Roger supports him during band practices, and how the myPhonak app has allowed him to take control of his own hearing. Learn more on phonak.com

Pediatric Series - Episode 3 As children with hearing loss grow into their tween or teenage years, their perspective and needs change. They may become more independent, they start to advocate for themselves, and they may have different ideas for their hearing health care. In this podcast, Jodie Nelson, Global Pediatric Audiology Manager at Phonak HQ Switzerland, talks to Finn Gomez, diagnosed with hearing loss at the age of five years and a former Phonak Teen Advisor, about how his hearing care professional has helped him during his hearing journey. Learn more on phonak.com

Pediatric Series - Episode 2 Remote support in pediatrics being a relatively new concept, there is little best practice or guidance available on how to ideally conduct appointments with families and kids virtually. In this podcast, Jodie Nelson, Global Pediatric Audiology Manager at Phonak HQ Switzerland, talks to Pediatric Audiologists Premdeep Bhabra and Kristen Mills from the Evelina London Children’s Hospital, UK, about the learnings from introducing remote support for children in their clinic, and why remote support can even help strengthen the relationship between the family and the audiologist. Learn more on phonak.com