Wearing masks can become a communication challenge in two ways. First, masks cover the mouth, restricting any visual speech cues the wearer might receive. Secondly, masks can impact the acoustic properties of the speech signal itself. Discover a method to help your patients optimally hear speech from individuals wearing masks.
Course created on June 18, 2020
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Presented By
Carol Meyers
AuD
Manager, Clinical Education Team
Dr. Meyers is a Manager of the Clinical Education Team for Signia. She is responsible for the support and ongoing training of the Signia Educational Specialists and for creating new and innovative training methods to enhance customer service. She trains staff and hearing care professionals in the U.S. on the company’s products, technology, software, services, and audiology-related topics at industry events, face-to-face meetings, in publications, and through virtual courses. She is responsible for the planning and execution of online courses, including The Expert Series, which reaches a growing number of hearing care professionals each year. Prior to joining the Signia clinical education team (then Siemens Hearing Instruments) in 2007, Dr. Meyers dedicated more than 25 years to clinical practice, during which she attained a comprehensive understanding of diagnostics, hearing aid technology, and how to address the communication needs of individuals. Dr. Meyers holds a doctorate degree in Audiology from Arizona School of Health Sciences and graduate and undergraduate degrees from the University of Nebraska.
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