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Supporting Those Who Hear What Others Don’t: How To Advance Patient-Centered Tinnitus Care

AURORA, IL, January 29, 2026 – Tinnitus affects millions of patients worldwide. Simultaneously, it remains one of the most challenging auditory conditions to manage. On the occasion of the annual Tinnitus Awareness Week, AudioNova emphasi

January 29, 2026

Frankfurt Airport Becomes the First Airport Worldwide to Use Auracast™ for Public Announcements

Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe’s busiest aviation hubs, has become the first airport in the world to send all gate announcements directly to passengers’ own hearing aids, earbuds, and smartphones.

January 28, 2026

Starkey Expands Omega AI Connectivity With Auracast™ Assistant, Google Fast Pair™ and Industry-First Push to Talk

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (January 28, 2026) — Starkey, a global leader in AI-driven hearing technology, announced major connectivity enhancements to its Omega AI platform, introducing an Auracast™ assistant, Google Fast Pair, and Pus

January 28, 2026

James A. Robinson, 2024 Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences, Announced as Keynote Speaker for CI2026 Chicago

Washington, D.C.: Dr. James A. Robinson has been selected to deliver a keynote lecture at CI2026

January 22, 2026

American Academy of Audiology Hosting AAA Annual Convention 2026 in San Antonio

Registration is open for the American Academy of Audiology’s annual convention, taking place in San Antonio, April 22-25, 2026.

January 21, 2026

Starkey Earns Dual Honors From 2026 BIG Innovation Awards as Brandon Sawalich and Omega AI Recognized for Industry-Leading Innovation

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (January 20, 2026) — Starkey, a global leader in AI-driven hearing technology, has earned two major honors from the 2026 BIG Innovation Awards, with President and CEO Brandon Sawalich named Overall Winner

January 20, 2026

Hearing Aid Specialist Rising on Top Jobs’ Lists

The International Hearing Society has announced that Hearing Aid Specialist has been ranked as a top career for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report, climbing into the top 50 of the "100 Best Jobs" list and being recognized as a high-demand, rewarding profession that offers an accessible path into healthcare.

January 15, 2026

Neuromod Partners with Treble Health to Grow Access to Lenire for Tinnitus Patients in Philadelphia and Charlotte

Neuromod Devices Ltd. (Neuromod), the medical device company, has partnered with Treble Health to expand the availability of Lenire.

January 15, 2026

Phonak Virto R Infinio recognized in the 2026 BIG Innovation Awards for redefining custom hearing

Stäfa, Switzerland – January 15, 2026 – Phonak, a global leader in innovative hearing solutions, today announced that Virto R Infinio has been named an Innovative Product Winner in the 2026 BIG Inno

January 15, 2026

Lenire Shows Consistent Positive Results for U.S. Tinnitus Patients in 2nd Peer-Reviewed Real-World Study

The American Journal of Audiology has peer-reviewed and published the positive outcomes of U.S. tinnitus patients treated with Lenire, the only FDA-approved tinnitus treatment device of its kind.

January 14, 2026

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Family celebrations are one of life's happiest events

January 29, 2026

Help your patients regain access to all the wonderful sounds of family celebrations with an iotaSoft (R) cochlear implant procedure. Our robotic-assisted cochlear implant insertion system is compatible with all CI manufacturers and available nationwide.

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How to Share the CareCredit Credit Card with Patients

November 1, 2025

Let patients know you accept the CareCredit credit card before, during and after their hearing exam

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Inventis SYNAPSYS vHIT • Vestibular Test in a 7-Month-Old Infant

October 15, 2025

This video demonstrates vestibular testing in a 7-month-old infant using the SYNAPSYS vHIT remote camera system, without a mask. A relative supports the child during this quick test, allowing reliable assessment even at this very young age.

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Inventis SYNAPSYS vHIT • Vestibular Test in a 4-Year-Old Child

October 15, 2025

In this demonstration, the SYNAPSYS vHIT remote camera system, without a mask, is used to perform a quick vestibular test on a 4-year-old child. The protocol is the same as in adults, showing how pediatric evaluation can be simple and effective.

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Phonak Virto™ R Infinio: Comfortable, Connected, Convenient

September 15, 2025

In today’s world, personalization is everything. That’s why every detail of Virto R Infinio was crafted for a truly customized fit. But how did we make these hearing aids easy to fit and order — while ensuring patients enjoy intuitive use and all the features they expect from Infinio? Discover the innovation behind Virto R Infinio. Watch now and learn more at phonak.com/virto-infinio.

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The Value of Lace AI Pro

September 8, 2025

Hear from hearing care professionals using Lace to deliver better outcomes for patients while earning more revenue for their practices.

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The Science Behind Lace AI Pro

September 8, 2025

Lace has been independently reviewed for 20+ years, watch to learn more about the scientific research supporting Lace AI Pro.

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Lace AI Pro Patient Stories

September 8, 2025

Hear from patients training with Lace about why they love the program and how it's improved their hearing and connection with family and friends.

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Dynamic Threshold Training Engine

September 8, 2025

Learn more about the technology that keeps patients training at the edge of their ability, making every Lace session impactful.

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5 Ways Lace Helps the Brain

September 8, 2025

Learn how Lace AI Pro trains the brain in five critical areas that impact hearing in daily life.

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20Q: Adopting Tinnitus Stepped-Care as Standard Practice

An engaging Q & A discussion with Dr. James Henry about an evidenced-based, practical framework for managing patients with tinnitus.

February 2, 2026 | James A. Henry, PhD

20Q: Clinical Audiologic Testing - 80 Years of Progress?

A historical perspective on the evolution of clinical audiologic test battery with a rationale for a modern, patient-specific approach that incorporates objective tests and speech-in-noise measures.

January 12, 2026 | James W. Hall III, PhD

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.

December 8, 2025 | Vinaya Manchaiah, AuD, MBA, PhD

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.

November 14, 2025 | Michelle Hu, AuD, CCC-A

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.

November 10, 2025 | Dina Lelic, MSc, PhD

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

November 10, 2025 | Barbara E. Weinstein, PhD

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.

October 17, 2025 | H. Gustav Mueller, PhD, Brian Taylor, AuD

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.

October 14, 2025 | Laura Winther Balling, PhD, Sonie Harris, AuD, Fei Leung, BSc, Kathy Pineo, M.Cl.Sc, Dana Helmink, AuD, Bertrand Philippon, MSc

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.

October 13, 2025 | Larry E. Humes, PhD

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.

October 6, 2025 | Emily E. McMahan, AuD, ABA Certified, CH-AP, CH-TM

A Conversation About Ready-to-Wear CICs: A New Niche in Hearing Care

Brian Taylor, Senior Director of Audiology for WS Audiology, discusses completely-in-the-canal (CIC) style hearing aids and why they should be part of a clinician’s treatment repertoire.

February 1, 2026 | Eric Branda, AuD, PhD, Brian Taylor, AuD

Bridging the Gap in Tinnitus Care

For many hearing healthcare professionals, tinnitus patients represent some of the most rewarding yet challenging clinical encounters. While gold-standard guidelines consistently point toward Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as the most effective intervention for bothersome tinnitus, the reality of clinical practice often presents a significant hurdle: accessibility.

February 1, 2026 | Edmund Farrar, Joseph Salem, MD

Build your Network to Build Referrals

In an interview for the AudiologyOnline Innovations Summit, Dr. Melissa Rose discusses how building community relationships, offering hearing conservation services, and utilizing flexible financing options like CareCredit can help practitioners overcome barriers to care and grow their practices.

February 1, 2026 | Melissa Carnes Rose

How Internet Protocol Captioned Telephone Service (IPCTS) Can Help Those with Hearing Loss.

CaptionCall provides a federally funded, no-cost captioned telephone service that empowers individuals with hearing loss to maintain social engagement and independence through real-time transcriptions on specialized home phones and mobile devices.

February 1, 2026 | Lauren Fettig

Meet GSI’s New Team Member

GSI is pleased to announce the addition of Jackie Davie, PhD, to our audiology and product management team. Get to know Dr. Davie and learn more about her position with GSI in the interview below.

February 1, 2026 | Jackie Davie, PhD

The Future of Hearing: Designed for People, Powered by AI

The Future of Hearing: Designed for People, Powered by AI - An interview with GN Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Andrew Dittberner.

February 1, 2026 | Andrew Dittberner, PhD

The Voice of the Customer: The Role of Product Management in Manufacturing Strategy

Nate Johnson, Vice President of Product Management at Starkey, details how his team serves as the "Voice of the Customer" by bridging the gap between innovative design, manufacturability, and long-term strategic planning to ensure hearing solutions are both technologically advanced and reliable for patients.

February 1, 2026 | Nate Johnson, BSME

Looking to enhance treatment acceptance and improve patient interactions? The Phonak Patient-Focused Sales Training Can Help

The Phonak Patient-Focused Sales Training is a self-paced online course that teaches clinicians and staff how to use a patient-centered communication approach to build trust, increase treatment acceptance, and drive long-term practice growth.

January 21, 2026 | Alyssa Ricevuto, AuD, MBA

AI Won’t Replace the Hearing Healthcare Professional, It Will Enhance Them

Blaise Delfino shares his vision for the future of hearing healthcare: a world where technology, empathy, and collaboration redefine what it means to truly hear

January 15, 2026 | Blaise Delfino, MS, HIS

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.

December 15, 2025 | Erika Porter, AuD

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