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MED-EL U.S. Launches Two New Rechargeable Battery Options with up to 23 Hours of Hearing for the SONNET 3 Audio Processor
March 3, 2026 – (DURHAM, NC) – MED-EL U.S. announced today two new rechargeable battery options: the Standard Pro and the Micro Pro. The new options offer users longer battery life, improved usability, and greater flexibility, repres
World Hearing Day: Prioritize Your Hearing Health
The International Hearing Society (IHS), in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO), recognizes March 3 as World Hearing Day to raise awareness of hearing healthcare and erase the stigma of wearing hearing aids.
Phonak ambassadors spotlight hearing health for the next generation on World Hearing Day
Phonak, a global leader in innovative hearing solutions, will mark World Hearing Day on March 3 with a global campaign across three continents, putting youth hearing health at the center of the conversation
Signia Announces U.S. Availability of Insio Charge&Go CIC IX, the World’s First Rechargeable Custom CIC Hearing Aid with Directional Microphone Technology
Iselin, NJ – February 23, 2026 – Signia, a part of WSA, today announced the U.S. market availability of Insio Charge&Go CIC IX, the world’s first rechargeable, custom-made completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid with directional m
WSA appoints Harrison Boyd as President Region Americas
Lynge, Denmark, February 23, 2026 — WSA today announced that Harrison Boyd has been appointed President Region Americas and a member of the Executive Committee, effective March 9, 2026.
Multiple Student Scholarships Available through the American Academy of Audiology
The American Academy of Audiology is currently accepting applications for eight student scholarship opportunities open to audiology graduate students
Starkey and SoundGear Partner with CW Sports to Champion Hearing Health During the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
Starkey announces a new partnership with CW Sports, bringing hearing health and protection to the forefront of the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series on The CW.
Introducing IN TUNE – Conversations on Audiology & Balance
As Inventis celebrates 20 years of innovation in audiology and balance diagnostics, the Academia initiative continues to evolve, expanding beyond webinars to embrace new formats of scientific dialogue.
Widex Names U.S. Ski Jumper Estella Hassrick an Official Brand Ambassador, Inspiring a New Generation to Live Boldly
Widex today announced the addition of U.S. Ski Jumper Estella Hassrick as its newest brand ambassador.
iotaMotion Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Pediatric Use of iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System
iotaMotion, Inc., creator of iotaSOFT®, the first and only FDA-cleared robotic-assisted cochlear implant insertion system, today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for expanded pediatric use of its iotaSOFT® Insertion System.

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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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Auracast or hearing loops? We put 18 hearing aid users to the test

February 17, 2026

Ever wondered if Auracast really sounds better than traditional hearing loops? In this video, we put it to the test with 18 real hearing aid users in a controlled listening experiment. You’ll not only hear what they heard, but you’ll also experience the difference yourself in an easy, guided sound demo. What you’ll get in this video:An explanation of Auracast vs. hearing loopsA simple walkthrough of how we tested sound quality with hearing aid usersA live listening demo so you can compare both technologies with your own earsAn engaging breakdown of why they sound different – and when it mattersIf you work with hearing technology, use hearing aids yourself, or you’re just curious about where assistive listening is heading, this video is for you. To learn more, visit resound.com.
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MultiConnect offers more convenience with uninterrupted streaming

February 16, 2026

Did you know that with our hearing aids*, you can now simultaneously stream between multiple devices such as tablets, laptops, TVs, and smartphones? This feature is called MultiConnect, and it enables hearing aid users to listen to their favorite tunes, watch their favorite movies, and stay connected to the things that they love, all without needing to disconnect from Bluetooth or reconnect to a new device. Learn more at resound.com.*MultiConnect is not compatible with all ReSound hearing aid models.
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INTRODUCING REXTON REACH R PLUS

February 6, 2026

The Reach R Plus RIC connects with 99% smartphones and many other devices. This rechargeable device delivers up to 54 hours of runtime, or 36 hours with five hours of streaming. The new casing features an LED light and clearer serial numbers. With Reach R Plus, EASY IS ALWAYS A PLUS.
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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
A New Niche in Hearing Care: The Clinical and Technical Case for Ready-to-Wear CICs
This course explores the evolving landscape of Completely-in-Canal (CIC) hearing aids, with a specific focus on the emerging niche of ready-to-wear devices.
| Brian Taylor, AuD, Eric Branda, AuD, PhD
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.
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
| Dina Lelic, MSc, PhD

All Interviews (showing 10 of 948)


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
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.
| 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.
| 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.
| 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
| Blaise Delfino, MS, HIS

All Expert Advice (showing 10 of 1468)


World Hearing Day: Moving from Awareness to Action in Clinical Practice
On World Hearing Day, how can clinicians look beyond the audiogram to uncover the emotional and social barriers that stop patients from adopting hearing aids?
| Brandy Pouliot, AuD
Why Choose Unitron’s EarMatch Advantage? Because Control Should Lead to Confidence-Not More Work
Why Choose Unitron’s EarMatch Advantage?
| Courtney Smith, MA, CCC-A
What is Phonak One Step Pairing?
What is Phonak One Step Pairing?
| Joan Oexmann, AuD
Is 2026 the Year of the Custom Hearing Aid?
Is 2026 the Year of the Custom Hearing Aid?
| Courtney Smith, MA, CCC-A
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?
| Joan Hewitt, AuD
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?
| Vishal Pawar
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?
| Joan Hewitt, AuD
What are the roles of Bellman & Symfon alerting devices?
What are the roles of Bellman & Symfon alerting devices?
| Sara Sable-Antry
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?
| Vishal Pawar
What is Phonak Practice Forward?
What is Phonak Practice Forward?
| Alyssa Ricevuto, AuD, MBA

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