Ask The Experts
Q&A from the most trusted names in audiology.
What Makes Phonak's Sky V Pediatric Portfolio Unique?
June 27, 2016
What makes Phonak's new pediatric portfolio, Sky V, different from other pediatric technology? Read More
Hearing Aids - Children
Would You Provide an Overview of the Signia primax Hearing Aid Family?
June 20, 2016
Would you provide an overview of the Signia primax hearing aid family? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children
What are Latest Developments in Technology for Newborn Hearing Screening (NHS)?
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June 13, 2016
What are latest developments in technology for newborn hearing screening (NHS)? Read More
Hearing Evaluation - Children
Does the New Standard RECD Impact Clinical Test Procedures?
May 23, 2016
I heard there was a new standard RECD per ANSI. What does this mean for my measurements in the clinic? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children
Why is Early Detection of Hearing Loss Important?
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May 2, 2016
Why is early hearing loss detection important, and does this concept only apply to pediatrics? Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss Hearing Evaluation - Children
When Should I Introduce Wireless Technology in the Fitting Process?
April 25, 2016
I find myself introducing wireless accessories to my patients during follow-up appointments to help with specific problems. Sometimes this works, but often backfires. What strategies are there to in... Read More
Assistive Devices Hearing Aids - Adults
Can I Use a Binaural/Bilateral Procedure for cVEMP Testing?
April 11, 2016
I’m going to start performing cVEMP testing. Can I use a binaural/bilateral procedure? Read More
Electrophysiology Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders
Can You Tell Me About the New Signia Brand of Premium Hearing Instruments?
April 5, 2016
Can you tell me about the new Signia brand of premium hearing instruments? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children
Pediatric Bone Anchored Hearing Solutions Q & A
March 21, 2016
Are there any long-term indications for the temporal bone for bone anchored hearing systems in children? Read More
Aural Habilitation - Children Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices Pediatrics
How Can Audiologists Transition to an EMR-ready Practice?
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March 7, 2016
How can audiologists transition to an EMR (electronic medical record) ready practice? Read More
Practice Management and Professional Issues
What is the Frequency Response of HyperSound?
February 29, 2016
What is the frequency response of HyperSound? Read More
Assistive Devices
Why Should You Use Bluetooth or Wireless with Patients who have SSD and Use Bone Anchored Solutions?
February 22, 2016
Why would we use Bluetooth or wireless for patients that have single-sided deafness (SSD) and use Ponto Plus, if they use the phone or listen with their better hearing ear anyway? Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices
What Should Professionals Know About Fitting Oticon's new Dynamo and Sensei SP Hearing Instruments?
February 15, 2016
What should professionals know about fitting Oticon's new Dynamo and Sensei SP hearing instruments? Read More
Hearing Aids - Adults Hearing Aids - Children
How Does ReSound Implement Research Findings in Cognition and Hearing into its Signal Processing?
February 15, 2016
How does ReSound implement research findings in cognition and hearing into its signal processing? Read More
Hearing and Hearing Loss
Why is FDA Clearance of VEMP Testing Important to Balance Care Today?
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February 8, 2016
What is the significance of the FDA clearance of VEMP positional and oculomotor testing to balance care today? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders
Who is a Candidate for an Auditory Brainstem Implant (ABI)?
February 1, 2016
What type of patient is an appropriate candidate for an auditory brainstem implant (ABI)? Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices
How Do You Program Hearing Aids for Patients with Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct (EVA)?
January 25, 2016
When programming hearing aids for patients with enlarged vestibular aqueduct (EVA) that present with a conductive component, should the bone conduction thresholds be used for programming and verificat... Read More
Cochlear Implants
What Is the Difference Between a Cochlear Implant and a Bone Anchored Hearing System?
January 18, 2016
My patients frequently ask me the difference between cochlear implants and bone anchored hearing systems, particularly those that have done some research on the Internet. What is the best way to help... Read More
Bone Conduction Implants and Middle Ear Devices Cochlear Implants
What is VEMP and Why is it Important?
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January 11, 2016
What is VEMP (vestibular evoked myogenic potential) testing, and why is it important? Read More
Vestibular Issues and Balance Disorders
What is Recommended Audiological Follow-Up Post-Implantation for Patients with Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct (EVA)?
December 28, 2015
Following cochlear implantation, how frequently do you monitor patients with enlarged vestibular aqueduct (EVA)? Read More
Cochlear Implants