20Q: Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids and Service Delivery Models—What We Know, and What Remains Unclear

A review of over the counter hearing aids and service delivery models written in an engaging Q & A format.

From Silence to Connection: My Journey as a DHH Audiologist and How InnoCaption Can Transform Communication Access

This comprehensive article, adapted from a webinar presentation, details the journey of Dr. Michelle Hu, a Deaf/Hard of Hearing (DHH) audiologist, and explores how assistive technology, specifically the InnoCaption app, can significantly transform communication access, particularly for phone calls. The article provides insights into the challenges faced by DHH individuals, reviews relevant assistive listening technologies, and offers actionable strategies for clinicians to empower their patients and promote self-advocacy.

20Q: Positive Focus - An Innovative Way to Improve Hearing Aid Use, Benefit, and Satisfaction

A review of Positive Focus intervention, a practice that helps counteract negativity bias, leading to improved subjective satisfaction, increased daily use, and even enhanced objective speech intelligibility for both new and experienced hearing aid users.

From Frustrated and Discouraged to Confident and Content: Smartphone Captioned Call Experiences with the InnoCaption App

Course OverviewThis course explores smartphone call captioning, the latest form of assistive technology available for individuals with hearing loss who may or may not use hearing aids or cochlear implants. It reviews the InnoCaption mobile app as a s

Research Quick Takes Volume 10: An Update on OTC Hearing Aids

A review of the research that has been published since the FDA approval of OTC hearing aids in October 2022.

Widex Allure: Balanced Focus and Awareness In Real Life

A recent survey investigated how Widex Allure hearing aids deliver on their promise to balance focus and awareness in the everyday experiences of wearers.

20Q: Meaningful Outcome Measures for Hearing Interventions in Adults

A Q & A discussion of outcome measures recommended for use by clinicians and researchers to assess the effectiveness of hearing interventions, based on the recent NASEM report.

Back from the Brink: A Case Report on Lenire® for Persistent Catastrophic Tinnitus in a Post-Stapedectomy Patient

As Lenire gains traction in clinical practice, real-world cases like this help clarify its role in managing complex tinnitus presentations, particularly following surgical interventions.

Beyond Speech Intelligibility: Expanding the Clinician’s Role in Assessing the Individual’s Auditory Ecology

This article provides insights into how an individual’s auditory ecology can be assessed more broadly and how hearing aid selection decisions should be considered beyond improving the speech intelligibility of the wearer.

20Q: Hearing Aid Adoption Rates - Unbundling for Improved Efficiency

Explore how an unbundled hearing aid cost structure can increase clinical efficiency and improve hearing aid uptake.

EasyGuard Domes™ – A Game-changer in Hearing Care

An overview of EasyGuard domes, a new innovation in the world of hearing aid acoustic coupling, designed with a sealed, sound-transmitting membrane to eliminate ear wax clogging hearing aid wax filters.

The Difference Is Clear: How Widex Delivers Natural Sound, Innovative Solutions, and an Evolving Fitting Experience

This interview from Widex details the company's philosophy of delivering a natural, authentic listening experience through its Allure platform and W1 chip technology. It also covers the platform's expanded form factors, connectivity options, and the Compass Cloud software, which offers hearing care professionals (HCPs) precise, evolving, and data-driven fitting tools.

New Phonak Products, New Features, and New Evidence

Phonak has launched the new Infinio Ultra platform with two RIC hearing aids, the Audéo Infinio (Ultra) Sphere and Infinio Ultra R, which feature Spheric Speech Clarity 2.0 and AutoSense OS 7.0 to deliver clear, adaptive, and efficient hearing experiences, alongside new clinical fitting workflows and the EasyGuard dome to improve patient convenience and professional efficiency.

Discover Phonak Serenity Choice™ earplugs!

Think earplugs just block sound? Think again. Discover how Phonak Serenity Choice™ earplugs protect your hearing without disconnecting you from the world. Plus, learn about the newest innovations for flying and swimming in this interview with Dr Ricevuto.

Phonak Virto™ R Infinio introduces an enhanced connectivity experience

Phonak’s recently released Virto R Infinio brings exciting opportunities for providers to customize new possibilities for their patients—including updates regarding connectivity.

Investigating Listening Effort with an Eye to Real-World Benefit

Phonak has a legacy of focusing on purposeful innovation. We’re continually researching how to best support our users with technology that delivers real-world benefits. In this interview, we discuss listening effort and the impact of research-backed hearing technology with Dr. Elizabeth Stewart, Senior Research Audiologist in the Phonak Audiology Research Center (Sonova US).

Signia IX’s Real-World Performance: Key Findings From the Recent Hörzentrum Oldenburg Study

Interview with Eric Branda, AuD, PhD, Director of Applied Audiological Research at WS Audiology, and Sheena Oliver, AuD, MBA, Chief Clinical Officer at WS Audiology, in connection with the article Improving Speech Understanding in Noisy Group Conversation

How to Upskill Your Staff and Maximize Efficiency

Alyssa Ricevuto discusses the Phonak Technology Specialist Training Program, a fee-based program designed to upskill audiology staff with technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills, aiming to enhance the patient experience, improve office efficiency, and increase office revenue.

Understanding Lindsay-Hemenway Syndrome: Mechanisms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

This interview with Dr. Andrea Castellucci explores the Lindsay-Hemenway Syndrome (LHS), a rare clinical condition where Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) follows an ipsilateral Acute Unilateral Vestibulopathy (AUVP). Dr. Castellucci discusses the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying LHS, emphasizing the anatomical and vascular factors that predispose patients to posterior semicircular canal (PSC) involvement. Diagnostic approaches, including bedside testing and instrumental assessments, are covered with detailed descriptions of nystagmus patterns and canal-specific findings. The interview also delves into management strategies for both AUVP and secondary BPPV, highlighting the role of targeted canalith repositioning maneuvers (CRM) to restore vestibular function and improve patient outcomes.

Practice Forward: Front Office Training

There is transformative power in Front Office Training to enrich patient experiences and elevate the success of your practices. Phonak reveals how a skillfully trained front office team can not only engage patients with genuine care but also significantly enhance satisfaction and drive impressive returns on marketing investments.

What roles do audiologists play in the process of genetic testing and counseling for children with hearing loss?

What roles do audiologists play in the process of genetic testing and counseling for children with hearing loss?

How Can Clinicians Use Advanced vHIT Interpretation to Improve Diagnosis and Patient Management?

How Can Clinicians Use Advanced vHIT Interpretation to Improve Diagnosis and Patient Management?

Why is genetic testing considered a critical component in the diagnostic process for children with sensorineural hearing loss?

Why is genetic testing considered a critical component in the diagnostic process for children with sensorineural hearing loss?

What are the roles of Bellman & Symfon alerting devices?

What are the roles of Bellman & Symfon alerting devices?

How Can Clinicians Apply and Interpret the Video Head Impulse Test (vHIT) in Everyday Practice?

How Can Clinicians Apply and Interpret the Video Head Impulse Test (vHIT) in Everyday Practice?

What is Phonak Practice Forward?

What is Phonak Practice Forward?

What are effective strategies and "hearing hacks" that support individuals in living skillfully with hearing loss?

What are effective strategies and "hearing hacks" that support individuals in living skillfully with hearing loss?

What are the main components and benefits of Bernafon’s Smart Sound Processing™ technology in their hearing aids?

 What are the main components and benefits of Bernafon’s Smart Sound Processing™ technology in their hearing aids? 

What is SCIF, and why could it matter for your hearing aids?

What is SCIF, and why could it matter for your hearing aids?

What is the goal of frequency lowering technology in hearing aids, and how is its effectiveness clinically verified for a patient?

What is the goal of frequency lowering technology in hearing aids, and how is its effectiveness clinically verified for a patient?