On the Ear: An Audiology Podcast
The all-things audiology, hearing loss, and communication podcast, where inspiring guests provide new insights to the ever-evolving world of hearing and balance.
We found 10 episodes of On the Ear: An Audiology Podcast with the tag “audiology”.
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Episode 41: The Evolution of Cochlear Implants for Single Sided Deafness (SSD)
May 25th, 2023 | 1 hr
audiology, cochlear implants, imaging, intervention, single-sided deafness (ssd)
Guest: Margaret Dillon, AuD., Ph.D. - Dr. Meg Dillon shares the history of treatment for single-sided deafness (SSD), how cochlear implants have become a good intervention option for this population, and how our approach to programming CI for SSD has evolved. Her new approaches include incorporating imaging and addressing frequency mismatch.
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Episode 39: A Deep Dive into Microtia and Atresia with Meredith Berger
April 20th, 2023 | 57 mins 49 secs
atresia, audiologist, audiology, aural atresia, hearing loss, microtia
Meredith Berger is the Director of Clarke School New York, a leader in the field of early intervention for children who are deaf and hard of hearing, and parent of a child with bilateral microtia/atresia. She discusses her experiences and the connections across these disciplines, as well as provides an in-depth discussion of microtia and atresia.
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Episode 38: Measuring Productivity in Audiology
March 9th, 2023 | 1 hr 2 mins
asha, audiology, career, ceus, clinicians
Guest: Derek Stiles, PhD, CCC-A - Dr. Stiles is the Director of the Diagnostic Audiology Program at Boston Children’s Hospital, and his team recently developed metrics for measuring productivity in their department. In this episode, he describes their process for developing wRVUs, how it affects workflow, and how current clinicians can incorporate these ideas into their productivity metrics.
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Episode 37: Gender-Affirming Care in Audiology
December 15th, 2022 | 1 hr 2 mins
asha, audiology, career, ceus, clinicians
Guest: Madison Howe, AuD, CCC-A - Dr. Howe shares the ways that clinicians can adjust their practice to improve inclusivity for their gender-diverse patients. Her discussion includes tips, training, language, and opportunities for growth that audiologists can utilize to ensure their care is compassionate and culturally competent.
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Episode 35: How Can Mentorship Take Your Career to the Next Level?
October 27th, 2022 | 58 mins 36 secs
asha, audiology, career, ceus, mentee, mentorship
Guest: J. Riley DeBacker, AuD, Ph.D. - Mentorship is a topic not often formally taught but critical to the success of professionals in a variety of backgrounds.
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Episode 34: The Full Scope of Audiology: Music and Alternative Audiology with Heather Malyuk, Au.D.
March 24th, 2022 | 1 hr 3 secs
audiologist, audiology, hearing, hearing aids, hearing loss, music, music audiology
While many audiologists specialize in different types of care, such as tinnitus, vestibular, or cochlear implants, few emphasize the distinct connection between our field and that of musicians. Dr. Heather Malyuk is a clinician who focuses on providing cutting-edge care for musicians, as a specialist in Music and Alternative Audiology. She explains her work with this population, and how the future of audiology can be shaped by this work.
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Episode 33: The Full Scope of Audiology: Pediatric Palliative Care with Jacinto Fragoso, Au.D. & Holly Gerth, Au.D.
March 10th, 2022 | 59 mins 24 secs
audiologist, audiologists, audiology, hearing aids, hearing loss, palliative care, pediatrics
Pediatric audiologists serve a variety of roles in providing hearing healthcare, but in hospitals and medical-based programs, that role can stretch into the complex realm of palliative care. This discussion includes where the audiologist fits into this sensitive aspect of care, and how they can work collaboratively with other professionals involved.
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Episode 32: What Does a Cochlear Implant Sound Like? A Journey of Empowerment and Success with Donna Sorkin, M.A.
February 24th, 2022 | 1 hr 6 mins
audiologist, audiology, cochlear implant, cochlear implants, hearing aids, hearing loss
Donna Sorkin, executive director of the American Cochlear Implant Alliance, shares her journey to receiving a cochlear implant, including the sounds, experiences, stresses, and successes. She explains how music sounds with her implant, accessible technology, and how she uses the technology to empower her life and leadership role.
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Episode 31: The Full Scope of Audiology: Leadership & Advocacy with Donna Smiley, Ph.D., CCC-A
February 10th, 2022 | 1 hr 29 secs
advocacy, asha, audiologist, audiology, hearing, hearing aids, hearing loss, leadership
Dr. Donna Smiley explains her journey of over 30 years in audiology, from clinical to educational settings, and now in a leadership role at ASHA. She shares how audiologists can become better advocates for the profession, insights into what the future may hold for the field, including what to expect with over-the-counter hearing devices, and the unexpected opportunities they might offer.
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Episode 30: A Deep Dive into Vestibular with Liz Fuemmeler, Au.D. and Daniel J. Romero, Au.D., Ph.D.
November 29th, 2021 | 1 hr 4 mins
audiologist, audiology, balance, dizziness, hearing, hearing loss, vestibular
Dr. Liz Fuemmeler and Dr. Daniel J Romero are vestibular scientists that are involved in research and clinical work. Liz is one of a handful of private practice vestibular specialists, and Daniel is at the forefront of vestibular research. Tune in to find out how each of them became interested in the vestibular field, and what their advice is to other audiologists looking to improve their balance care. From lessons learned while collaborating with other healthcare professionals, to their favorite cases, you won’t want to miss out on this fascinating episode!