Of hurricanes and hearing aids
By David H. Kirkwood This post was first published August 30, 2011. As we have already witnessed the start of the 2016 season we still draw comparisons of expectations and reality. Watching how my fellow New Yorkers reacted to Tropical Storm (née Hurricane) Irene over the past weekend reminded me of the tremendous power of…
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The kids are all right: Universal Newborn Hearing Screenings
David Kirkwood first published this post in June of 2011. In 2016, we are still working to have universal newborn hearing screenings across the world. Nearly everyone would agree that there is never a good time for a baby to be born deaf or with a significant hearing loss. And children who suffer hearing loss…
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A textbook example of how the ADA can work
Editors note: this is a repost from April 2011. This past July marks the 26 Anniversary of the ADA. By David H. Kirkwood When a class action suit is brought, all too often it is the start of a legal process that takes years to complete, costs millions of dollars to pursue, and brings little benefit to…
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Stressless, no. But it’s a great profession nonetheless
Editors Note: This is a re-post from June 2011. Audiology has continued to top the “least stressful job” in the years since. As the profession moves to the increasing demand, the draw for those who want to start their career can be challenged with the changes we are facing. But as David stated five years…
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