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 “hearing aids”.
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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 29: Improving Outcomes of Children with Hearing Loss with Ryan McCreery, PhD
November 11th, 2021 | 1 hr 4 mins
audiologist, audiology, cochlear implant, cochlear implants, hearing aids, hearing loss, pediatrics
Dr. McCreery discusses his experience transitioning from clinical audiology to research work with the Outcomes of Children with Hearing Loss (OCHL) study at Boys Town National Research Hospital. He reviews their findings, including the impact of newborn hearing screening, early intervention, and advances in hearing technology on a wide range of outcomes for children who are deaf and hard of hearing.
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Episode 28: Reaching Those in Need pt 2 - TeleABR with Melanie Morris, Au.D.
October 28th, 2021 | 1 hr 1 min
abr, audiologist, audiology, hearing, hearing aids, hearing loss, teleabr, teletherapy
Dr. Melanie Morris shares her process of establishing a remote auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing program, including the training, equipment, and challenges involved. Her experience working with “TeleABRs” has improved access to care in areas where the diagnostic evaluation has limited (and sometimes no) provider options, and also where COVID-19 has further limited access.
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Episode 26: The Full Scope of Audiology: Research Audiologist with Emily Spitzer, Au.D.
September 9th, 2021 | 59 mins 24 secs
audiologist, audiology, cochlear implants, hearing aids, hearing loss, research
Dr. Emily Spitzer discusses the process of becoming an audiologist who primarily works in a research role. She explains what audiology students can do to prepare for a career in research, as well as connects current practicing clinicians with opportunities to conduct research of their own, including funding opportunities, and how the landscape of research is evolving.
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Episode 25: Hearing Aids with a Normal Audiogram? Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) & Beyond! with Gail Whitelaw, Ph.D.
August 26th, 2021 | 1 hr 1 min
apd, audiogram, audiologist, audiology, auditory processing disorder, hearing, hearing aids, hearing loss
Although the traditional hearing aid candidate has audiometric thresholds outside normal limits, research shows that nontraditional candidates can demonstrate significant benefits from the devices as well. Dr. Whitelaw explains how individuals with auditory processing disorder (APD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and hidden hearing loss (HHL) can be fit and be successful with hearing technology.
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Episode 23: The Full Scope of Audiology: Working with Animals with Pete Schiefele, PhD, LCDR USN
July 16th, 2021 | 57 mins 30 secs
animals, audiologist, audiology, canines, dogs, hearing, hearing aids, hearing loss, hearing protection, research
Dr. Scheifele shares his expertise in the realm of Animal Audiology, including the training involved to work with animals, the evaluations and interventions for providing care, and the work his lab at the University of Cincinnati is completing to improve hearing and vocal care for animals.
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Episode 21: IPC in Action: Audiology and Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) with Stephen Kneece, MA, CCC-SLP
June 17th, 2021 | 54 mins 12 secs
aac, audiologist, audiology, augmentative and alternative communication, hearing aids, hearing loss, slp, speech language pathologist, speech language pathology
Stephen explains the role of speech-language pathologists who work in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and how their expertise in communicative technology intersects in the world of hearing loss. He breaks down modern AAC devices, the challenges and joys of his patient population, and how audiologists can best collaborate with professionals in AAC.