This session will provide a review of the use of AI in hearing aids with a specific focus on Deep Neural Network (DNN) features and sound quality benefits. An overview of the various forms of AI and the evolution of how AI has been integrated into Starkey hearing aids will be provided. Case studies will be used to illustrate real-world hearing benefit from DNN features. The latest in healthable technology in hearing aids that utilizes AI integration will also be discussed.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to identify the types of DNN of DNN chips used in hearing aids.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify the sound quality features that utilize DNN processing.
- After this course, participants will be able to list the healthable features that utilize Inertial Measurement Units.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction and housekeeping |
| 5-15 Minutes | AI overview; processors and types of AI |
| 15-20 Minutes | DNN sound quality features |
| 20-45 Minutes | Case studies |
| 45-55 Minutes | Healthable features |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary |
Presented By
Luis F. Camacho
AuD FAAA
Audiologist in the Education and Training Department
Luis Camacho, AuD, began working for Starkey Hearing Technologies in August 2000 as a Field Sales Representative. In that role, he supported Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky. In 2009, he joined the Education & Training Department as part of the field-training team. Current duties include leading training classes for Starkey staff and customers, development of training materials and overseeing Starkey’s Audiology Online and e-learning initiatives. In 1987, he received his BA in Telecommunications and Audio Engineering from Indiana University. He received his MA in Audiology from Indiana University in 1991. After graduate school, he worked as an audiologist for a neuro-otology practice in Indianapolis where his duties included clinical audiology, special testing, hearing aid dispensing, marketing and public relations. In October of 2013, he earned his AuD from A.T. Still University. Luis is married with three children and resides in Bloomington, Indiana.
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Financial: Luis Camacho is an employee of Starkey Hearing Technologies. Non-financial: Luis Camacho has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by Starkey in partnership with AudiologyOnline.
Content Disclosure: This learning event focuses on Starkey products and services and will not include info on other products or services.
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