This Week in Hearing

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Nov. 26, 2024

Rethinking Tinnitus Management: Insights from Dr. James Henry

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The InFocus: Rethinking Tinnitus Symposium showcased some of the most cutting-edge approaches to tinnitus management, with Dr. James A. Henry delivering two exceptional presentations that delved into the evolution and future of tinnitus care. A leading expert in the field with over 35 years of research experience, Dr. Henry provided invaluable insights into both the historical advancements in tinnitus management
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Nov. 20, 2024

Hearing Aid Trends: AI, Consumer-Centric Solutions, and Tackling Stigma

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The hearing aid market is undergoing a transformative period, marked by the convergence of traditional hearing aids and consumer audio devices. This week, Brian Taylor takes the guest seat to discuss these trends with Shari Eberts. Taylor highlights the evolution of artificial intelligence in hearing aids, noting its long-standing role in the industry and its growing sophistication. Major hearing aid
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Nov. 18, 2024

Talking Tinnitus: Gael Hannan and Her Audiologist Discuss Effective Care Approaches

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For audiologists like Glynnis Tidball, managing tinnitus effectively involves more than just therapy—it’s about empowering patients with personalized and compassionate care. In this episode, Gael Hannan interviews her personal audiologist, who works at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, Canada, specializing in both cochlear implants and tinnitus management. Glynnis shares how her journey into tinnitus care began unexpectedly, inspired by an
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Nov. 11, 2024

ELEHEAR’s Journey from OEM Supplier to OTC Hearing Aid Innovator

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ELEHEAR is positioning itself as a forward-thinking player in the OTC hearing aid market, evolving from an OEM supplier to a direct-to-consumer brand focused on accessibility and innovation. Shari Eberts talks with Jalene Nadeau, Chief Audiologist & Director of Customer Support at ELEHEAR, about the company’s strategic shift and their efforts to make high-quality hearing technology widely available. Jalene explains
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Nov. 06, 2024

How AI is Transforming OTC Hearing Aid Support: Inside Tuned’s Innovative Approach

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How can AI make the journey to better hearing smoother for OTC hearing aid users? In this episode from the EUHA show floor, Tuned co-founders Omri Gavish and Ron Ganot, joined by Board Advisor Delain Wright, discuss their recent collaboration with JVC to introduce hearing aids equipped with streaming and rechargeability. More importantly, they reveal Tuned’s AI-based care model, which
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Nov. 04, 2024

Rally Caps: How a Baseball Movie is Shifting Perspectives on Hearing Loss

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Rally Caps is not just another baseball movie—it’s a powerful story about overcoming adversity, friendship, and authentic representation of hearing loss. In this episode, Shari Eberts speaks with Jodi Cutler, co-author of the book that inspired the film, and Lee Cipolla, the film’s director. Rally Caps follows Jordy, a young baseball player with cochlear implants, and Lucas, his teammate and
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Oct. 30, 2024

The Audiology 2050 Initiative: Elevating the Profession to Tackle Future Challenges

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What will audiology look like in 2050? In this insightful discussion, Doctors Amyn Amlani and Jason Leyendecker sit down with Dave Kemp to explore the Audiology 2050 initiative, a visionary roadmap from the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) aiming to elevate the profession to meet future challenges. Born from a thorough review of audiology’s history and current challenges, Audiology
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Oct. 28, 2024

Inside OTOPLAN: MED-EL’s Innovative Tool for Optimizing Cochlear Implant Results

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OTOPLAN©, a specialized tool for surgeons and audiologists, enables 3D reconstruction of a patient’s cochlea using CT and MRI scans. This capability optimizes electrode array selection before surgery and enhances implant programming afterward. Since achieving FDA clearance in the U.S., OTOPLAN has been adopted by over 225 clinical centers, processing more than 3,200 scans and providing clinicians with precise anatomical
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Oct. 25, 2024

From Clinic to Courtroom: Navigating Forensic Audiology with Dr. Robert Traynor

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How does audiology intersect with the legal system? Dr. Robert Traynor, an expert in forensic audiology, delves into this unique area where audiologists apply their knowledge to assist in legal cases involving hearing loss, tinnitus, and injury claims. Dr. Traynor, inspired by Marc Kramer’s 1982 book Forensic Audiology, explains how forensic audiologists help attorneys and courts understand complex auditory issues,
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Oct. 21, 2024

Advancing Tinnitus Care: The Power of Learning Health Networks Explained

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What if we could dramatically accelerate the process of turning tinnitus research into real-world clinical solutions? In this discussion, Jeffery Reagan and Dr. James Henry introduce the idea of a Tinnitus Learning Health Network, a collaborative model aimed at bridging the gap between research, clinical practice, and patient experiences. By fostering open communication and collaboration among these groups, the network