Course Details Course # 20591 Why XCEL-Fit? A Comparative Review of Fitting Formulas http://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/why-xcel-fit-comparative-review-20591 P1H 4 4 Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 9:00 am PDT The Live Webinar has already taken place. Preview Exam Disclosure: This course is presented by Siemens in partnership with AudiologyOnline. Course Abstract XCEL-Fit is Siemens' new fitting strategy available in CONNEXX™ 6.5 fitting software designed to accelerate spontaneous acceptance and promote long-term satisfaction. Based on NAL-NL2, XCEL-Fit incorporates the concept of Effective Audibility, as well as a proprietary model for sound quality. In this session, differences between XCEL-Fit and alternative fitting formulas will be discussed. Disclosure: This learning event focuses on Siemens products and services and will not include info on other products or services. Search Course Listings Browse Course Topics Course Learning Outcomes Preview Exam Following this course, participants will be able to describe the individual components incorporated into the new XCEL-Fit fitting algorithm.Following this course, participants will be able to identify key differences between outputs derived from XCEL-Fit versus NAL-NL1.Following this course, participants will be able to identify key differences between outputs derived from XCEL-Fit versus NAL-NL2. Time-ordered Agenda 0-5 Minutes Welcome and introduction. Instructions for access to CEU credit, handouts, and classroom features 5-10 Minutes Chronology of prior fitting formulas 10-20 Minutes Comparison of NAL-NL1 and NAL-NL2 20-30 Minutes Individual factors incorporated in NAL-NL2 30-40 Minutes Comparison of NAL-NL2 and XCEL-Fit 40-45 Minutes XCEL Video 45-50 Minutes Verification: probe microphone measures 50-55 Minutes What's new in Connexx 6.5 55-60 Minutes Question and answer segment Course Information The Event has already taken place, you may no longer register. Course Presenters Catherine Jons, AuD Catherine received her graduate degree in Audiology from the University of Wisconsin and her doctorate in Audiology from the Central Michigan University. Catherine previously worked with the University of Minnesota Medical Center as an Audiologist and hearing aid program coordinator. She also worked clinically at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Johns Hopkins Hospital. In her role as Education Specialist Catherine is responsible for providing both customer and staff education on Siemens products and services. Jennifer Gehlen, AuD Educational Specialist Jennifer Gehlen, Au.D., received her undergraduate and graduate degrees including her Masters and Au.D. from the University of Florida. She has previously worked for Siemens in the roles of staff audiologist providing manufacturing and customer support and as a training consultant. She has practiced audiology in a variety of clinic and hospital settings in northern California and in Florida in the Tampa Bay area over the past 18 years. As an Educational Specialist, she provides training to staff and customers on Siemens technology, services, and software. Disclosure: Jennifer Gehlen, Au.D. and Catherine Jons, Au.D., are employed by Siemens Hearing Instruments. There are no non-financial relationships to disclose. If you have any technical questions or problems related to this course, please contact AudiologyOnline toll free at 800-753-2160 To Top
