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Phonak U.S. Partners with USA Pickleball to Champion Hearing Health and Healthy Living
Phonak U.S. has entered an exclusive sponsorship with USA Pickleball, using shared experiences and community engagement to bring hearing health education and immersive technology demonstrations directly to people across the country.
Starkey Highlights Innovation, Education, and Excellence at the American Academy of Audiology Annual Conference
Starkey is inviting attendees of the 2026 American Academy of Audiology (AAA) Annual Conference to visit booth #349 to experience the latest advancements in hearing technology.
WSA Launches Sound Preference Research and Clinical Tools to Help Hearing Care Professionals Deliver More Personalized Hearing Care
WSA announced the launch of WSA Sound Preference, a global program designed to help hearing care professionals better understand how individual sound preferences influence hearing aid experiences and long-term satisfaction.
Starkey’s Achin Bhowmik Inducted into AIMBE College of Fellows, Recognizing Leadership in AI-Driven Hearing Innovation
Discover how pioneering AI-powered hearing device development earned Starkey's Chief Technology Officer a place among the top two percent of medical and biological engineers worldwide.
Pediatric Vestibular Care: Advancing Assessment with Remote-Camera vHIT
Florida, USA (April 2026) - Children with hearing loss face a significantly higher risk of vestibular dysfunction. However, early identification and intervention can dramatically improve outcomes for motor development, stability, and overall quality
Oticon Sets a New Standard in Pediatric Hearing Care with Oticon Play SI™
Today, Oticon Inc. introduces Oticon Play SI, the only pediatric hearing aid family with second-generation AI-powered sound processing, 4D user intent sensors, and next-generation connectivity
Oticon Verit™: Introducing a New, Premium Family of Three Zinc-air Battery Hearing Aid Styles
Today, Oticon Inc. announced the launch of a new family in its product portfolio: Oticon Verit
Dr. Brian Taylor joins Neurotone AI as VP of Clinical Research and Professional Relations
Industry veteran, audiologist, and accomplished researcher Dr. Brian Taylor joins Neurotone AI to help accelerate clinical research and adoption of aural rehabilitation.
Starkey Earns Prestigious USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award for Fourth Consecutive Year
Recognition highlights company’s culture of innovation, care, and employee engagement
The International Hearing Society Celebrates 75 Years
This year marks the International Hearing Society’s (IHS’) 75th anniversary as a Society serving hearing healthcare professionals who specialize in delivering hearing evaluations and hearing aid services.

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The Phonak Technology Specialist Training Program*

April 1, 2026

Efficiency isn’t about doing more. It’s about empowering the right people with the right skills. The Technology Specialist Training Program upskills your team with practical hearing aid knowledge along with hearing aid and Bluetooth® troubleshooting tips to better support your patients.Benefit from smoother workflows and more confident staff. Strengthen your team. Register today: https://bit.ly/3NKkZIY! *This is a fee-based service. 
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InnoCaption Launches AI Refine for Smoother Text-to-Speech Calls

April 1, 2026

AI Refine, a new Text-to-Speech (TTS) feature, is designed to make phone calls smoother for people with hearing loss or speech disabilities who type to communicate.With AI Refine, users can turn a few words into clear, complete sentences with a single tap, helping them stay focused on the conversation instead of the keyboard. Alongside QuickSpeak and Saved Phrases, two more new TTS features, this launch reflects our commitment to building accessibility tools that respond to real community needs and support confident communication.These features are now available in the InnoCaption app for iOS and Android.
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The iotaMotion Advantage: iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System

March 9, 2026

The iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System is designed to preserve delicate intracochlear structures through a slow, consistent, and controlled electrode array insertion, advancing surgery beyond the limits of the human hand. The video shows the drive unit guiding the cochlear implant array with control.
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Marketing that grows with your practice

March 3, 2026

Marketing isn’t about being loud or salesy. It’s about building meaningful relationships, staying visible and making it easy for patients to choose you. It can also be simple when you utilize the right tools and resources. With Marketing Services and Practice Forward, you gain the tools and support to keep your practice top of mind, build trust with your community and turn first-time users into long-term, loyal patients. Learn how Phonak can be your partner.
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Rich Frieder on a Meaningful Career

February 25, 2026

Top franchisee and multi-unit owner, Rich Frieder (Eagan, Savage & Woodbury, MN) shares his reason for franchising with LearningRx - and what excited him most about leaving the corporate world to try something brand new.
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Maureen Loftus on how LearningRx Changed Her Daughter's Life

February 25, 2026

One of our top franchisees, Maureen Loftus (Tysons and Reston, VA) shares her reason for franchising with LearningRx - and how it's impacted her personally, professionally, and financially.
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Motion Charge&Go IX rechargeable BTE. Bring everyone into the conversation. | Signia Hearing Aids

February 24, 2026

Motion Charge&Go IX rechargeable BTE family featuring Signia's groundbreakting Realtime Conversation Enhancement technology and up to 65 hours of battery runtime. No matter of the level of hearing enhancement acquired.
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Insio Charge&Go CIC IX. Invisibly Powerful. | Signia Hearing Aids

February 24, 2026

Insio Charge&Go CIC IX a truly unique one-mic cic device with directionality. Powered by high-speed binaural processing to keep the wearers focused on the conversation. Now fully rechargeable and as discreet as ever.
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ReSound Savi – now with Customs

February 19, 2026

ReSound Savi™ brings clear sound and connectivity for everyone with our advanced features, small designs, natural fit and future-proof connectivity. Elegant and effective, these hearing aids make a difference you can experience daily. Explore ReSound Savi at: https://www.resound.com.
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Provider Resource: How the CaptionCall Mobile Works

February 19, 2026

Keep your patients connected with CaptionCall Mobile. This concise overview illustrates how CaptionCall’s real-time captioning app assists those with hearing loss, offering them the clarity and independence needed to communicate confidently on their smartphones.
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20Q: Hearing Loss and Listening-related Fatigue
From the Desk of Gus Muellerplace holder     Gus Mueller, PhD Contributing EditorBrowse the complete collection of 20Q with Gus Mueller CEU articles at www.audiologyonline.com/20Q20Q: Hearing Loss and Listening-related f
| Ben Hornsby, PhD
ICS Dizcovery VNG: Navigating Precision in Eye-Tracking
IntroductionThe clinical utility of videonystagmography (VNG) rests upon the accuracy of eye-tracking data. Traditional VNG systems utilize Earth-fixed targets—stationary monitors or light bars—that require the patient to maintain a rigid
| Stacy Morrow
Factors Associated with Hearing Aid Adoption
IntroductionUnderstanding why individuals with hearing loss decide to adopt—or delay adopting—hearing aid technology is critical for improving clinical outcomes. The decision-making process is complex and is influenced by a multitude of f
| Courtney Smith, MA, CCC-A
Research QuickTakes, Volume 11: Translating Fresh Evidence into Better Hearing Care - More Clinical Nuggets from Recent Research
What we will do in this Volume of QuickTakes is organize the key articles that we select relative to how they fit into the overall hearing aid fitting protocol.
| H. Gustav Mueller, PhD, Brian Taylor, AuD
20Q: Something About Mead
20Q: Something About Mead offers hearing care professionals a professional retrospective on the life and legacy of Mead Killion, PhD, highlighting his transformative contributions to audiology
| Marshall Chasin, AuD, H. Gustav Mueller, PhD
Exploring the Latest Verification Enhancements in Audioscan Hearing Instrument Fitting Systems
Hearing instrument verification remains a fundamental pillar of audiological best practice, ensuring that prescriptive targets are met and patient outcomes are optimized. This course provides an in-depth review of the latest hardware and software enhancements within Audioscan fitting systems.
| Christopher McInerney, M.Cl.Sc
How Signia’s Research Approach Fits into Evidence-Based Practice Decision-Making
In an era where evidence-based decision-making is essential to success in the clinic, hearing care professionals need more than marketing claims - they need proof.
| Brian Taylor, AuD, Niels Søgaard Jensen, MSc
How are Tinnitus and Listening Effort Affected by Hearing Aid Use?
This article reviews the secondary effects of hearing aid use beyond amplification. Research studies addressing changes in both tinnitus and listening effort are discussed.
| Chantal van Ginkel, AuD, Garrett A. Anderson, BS, Curtis J. Billings, PhD
Optimizing Hearing Aid Fittings for Older Adults
Introduction: The Aging Population and its Implications for Hearing HealthThe global demographic landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, characterized by a rapidly aging population. Projections from the World Health Organization and the Un
| Erika Porter, AuD
Understanding Central Auditory Processing Disorder and Treatment Recommendations
Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) affects how the brain interprets sounds, even when hearing is normal. This article provides a comprehensive overview of CAPD, including diagnostic criteria and evidence-based treatment strategies.
| Janette Mongelli, AuD

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How do you improve patient outcomes by addressing barriers beyond the audiogram?
Improving patient outcomes in hearing care requires a holistic approach that builds a bridge of trust to address emotional barriers like stigma and the fear of aging while empowering patients to move beyond the audiogram toward a better quality of life.
| Brandy Pouliot, AuD
Beyond the Manual: A Homemade SHIMP Approach Using Infrared Goggles
The head impulse test has revolutionized the clinical evaluation of vestibular function, and the introduction of the SHIMP paradigm has further expanded the understanding of vestibulo-ocular reflex dynamics.
| V. Marcelli, MD
Test. Troubleshoot. Resolve in Office
Discover how the PhonakPro Check app is transforming in-office hearing aid diagnostics, helping clinicians save time, reduce repairs, and deliver a better patient experience.
| Alyssa Ricevuto, AuD, MBA, Joan Oexmann, AuD
Bridging the Gap: A Conversation on the Evolution of TeleAudiology
Discover how modern connectivity and Starkey’s TeleHear technology are transforming patient outcomes and practice efficiency in the digital age.
| Keeley Layfield, AuD
Elevating Custom Hearing Care: EarMatch Advantage
In this interview, audiologist Danielle Hayden discusses the transformative impact of EarMatch Advantage, Unitron’s sophisticated three-stage digital shell modeling process. She highlights how this lab-based innovation personalizes custom hearing aids by accounting for a patient's unique biometric data and hearing needs.
| Danielle Hayden, AuD
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.
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
| Jackie Davie, PhD

All Expert Advice (showing 10 of 1482)


What can audiologists do about noise management for kids who use hearing aids?
What can audiologists do about noise management for kids who use hearing aids?
| Brandy Pouliot, AuD
Introducing the Baha® 7 Sound Processor - Powerfully Small, Better Connected
Introducing the Baha® 7 Sound Processor - Powerfully Small, Better Connected
| Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA
Vestibular Assessment After Traumatic Brain Injury: Strategies for Identifying Peripheral and Central Loss
What Vestibular Assessment Strategies Are Most Effective for Identifying Vestibular Loss in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury?
| Amy Lennox-Bowley
How Can the Easy Line™ Pro App Help Hearing Care Professionals Streamline Their Clinical Workflow?
How Can the Easy Line™ Pro App Help Hearing Care Professionals Streamline Their Clinical Workflow?
What Built-In and Third-Party Mobile Accessibility Features Should Audiologists Recommend to Patients Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing?
What Built-In and Third-Party Mobile Accessibility Features Should Audiologists Recommend to Patients Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing?
| Tina Gonzales Childress, AuD
How can the Beyond the Decibels podcast support today’s hearing care professional?
How can the Beyond the Decibels podcast support today’s hearing care professional?
What does the bascule maneuver involve, and in which BPPV variants is it applied in clinical practice?
What does the bascule maneuver involve, and in which BPPV variants is it applied in clinical practice?
| Andrea Castellucci, MD
How does Auracast technology function as an assistive listening solution, and what are its practical applications in real-world settings?
How does Auracast technology function as an assistive listening solution, and what are its practical applications in real-world settings?
| Jill Mecklenburger, AuD
Custom Hearing Solutions
Why should hearing healthcare professionals prioritize custom hearing solutions over traditional "off-the-shelf" products, and what foundational protocols ensure successful patient outcomes? 
| Michele Hurley, AuD, FAAA
Meet the Nucleus® Nexa® System - The World’s First Smart Cochlear Implant
Meet the Nucleus® Nexa® System - The World’s First Smart Cochlear Implant
| Ginger Grant, AuD, CCC-A, FAAA

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InnoCaption Launches AI Refine for Smoother Text-to-Speech Calls

April 1, 2026

AI Refine, a new Text-to-Speech (TTS) feature, is designed to make phone calls smoother for people with hearing loss or speech disabilities who type to communicate.With AI Refine, users can turn a few...

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The Phonak Technology Specialist Training Program*

April 1, 2026

Efficiency isn’t about doing more. It’s about empowering the right people with the right skills. The Technology Specialist Training Program upskills your team with practical hearing aid kn...

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