IOWA CITY, IA — The University of Iowa has announced the upcoming 33rd Annual Management of the Tinnitus & Hyperacusis Patient International Conference, scheduled for August 13–14, 2026. The event will be offered in a hybrid format, with in-person sessions held at the Wendell Johnson Speech & Hearing Center, as well as a remote attendance option.
The long-running conference is designed for otologists, audiologists, psychologists, hearing aid specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the clinical management of tinnitus and hyperacusis. The program is also open to patients, as well as their family members and caregivers, although it does not provide individualized diagnosis or treatment.
Founded by Dr. Richard Tyler with the goal of bringing together researchers, clinicians, and patients, the conference has long emphasized collaboration and accessible communication. By including patients alongside professionals, presenters are encouraged to share research and clinical experiences in a way that is understandable and relevant to a broad audience. Researchers gain insight into emerging scientific work as well as the practical challenges faced in the clinic, while clinicians can showcase the range of management strategies currently available. Patients and families, in turn, have the opportunity to learn about existing treatment options and promising developments on the horizon.
This year’s program will feature expert-led presentations covering current evaluation and management strategies, as well as emerging approaches in tinnitus and hyperacusis care. Topics include neuromodulation, sound therapy, clinical trial design, pediatric tinnitus, hyperacusis mechanisms, and the role of cognitive and somatosensory factors. The conference will also include group discussions focused on future treatment directions.
In addition to its educational sessions, the conference has traditionally fostered personal connections among attendees through informal networking opportunities, including its annual Square Dance held in the historic Round Barn—an event that reflects the organizers’ belief that building relationships is an important part of advancing patient care and research.
The goal of the conference is to provide attendees with a comprehensive review of current clinical practices while highlighting ongoing research and innovations in the field. Upon completion of the program, participants will be better equipped to discuss and manage tinnitus and hyperacusis in a variety of clinical settings.
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