Blaise Delfino, MS-HIS features Michael Walker, DDS to discuss what happens when a dentist becomes a hearing patient. They discuss occupational noise risks in dentistry, solutions, and how to implement strategies borrowed from dentistry to help hearing practices.
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe the occupational noise risks inherent in dentistry, including evidence from Dr. Jamie Hand’s research.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify small, implementable changes to improve safety, workflow, and long-term practice sustainability that benefit both providers and patients.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how to implement strategies borrowed from dentistry to increase patient motivation and follow-through, and apply other lessons from dental practice acquisition around culture, patient trust, and systemizing care to private practice audiology.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Setting the Stage |
| 5-15 Minutes | The Noise Problem in Dentistry |
| 15-25 Minutes | What Dentistry Gets Right |
| 25-45 Minutes | Practice Acquisition: What HCPs Need to Know |
| 45-55 Minutes | Practical Takeaways for Private Practice HCPs |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary, QA |
Presented By
Blaise Delfino
MS HIS
Blaise Delfino is an innovative leader in the field of hearing healthcare with 11 years of experience as a licensed hearing instrument specialist. With a progressive career spanning operations, sales, marketing, and business management, Blaise possesses a wealth of experience and expertise that has been proven in the audiology private practice setting.
As a former private practice owner, he encountered patients from all walks of life, understanding the diverse financial circumstances they may face. With a steadfast dedication to prioritizing the needs of the patient over financial constraints, Blaise consistently fit patients to their specific hearing needs. This mindset ensured that optimal care and financial accessibility were harmoniously balanced, promoting a patient-centered approach while also maintaining the sustainability and success of the practice.
Known for a forward-thinking and performance-oriented approach, Blaise constantly strives to push the boundaries of innovation in the industry. He invented the world’s first custom adjustable earplug called “Fader Plugs” and hosts a top-rated hearing healthcare podcast, The Hearing Matters Podcast. With a deep understanding of the challenges individuals with hearing loss face, Blaise is dedicated to spreading awareness and improving access to quality care.
In addition to his hands-on experience as a private practice owner, he also serves as the Director of Professional Relations at Starkey Hearing Technologies.
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Financial: Blaise Delfino is the host of the Hearing Matters Podcast and the Director of Professional Relations at Starkey. Non-financial: Blaise Delfino has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by CareCredit & Synchrony in partnership with AudiologyOnline.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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