With the proliferation of hearing aids that can directly connect with smartphones it is important for professionals working with hearing aids to stay up to date on smartphone technology and understand how smartphones can be effectively utilized in the office. The talk will cover differences between different smartphone platforms (iOS, Android) as well as real-world examples of how smartphone settings can be changed to benefit hearing aid users will be provided throughout the presentation.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course learners will be able to identify skills necessary to become more comfortable working with smartphones in a hearing care practice.
- After this course learners will be able to identify differences and similarities between iOS and Android software and how it relates to the fitting of made for smartphone hearing aids.
- After this course learners will be able to explain how to navigate and change smartphone settings on both Android and iOS devices to help patients get the most benefit from the hearing aid/smartphone relationship.
Course created on October 25, 2019
Agenda
| 0-20 Minutes | Introduction to needs and success of smart technology |
| 20-40 Minutes | Difference in smartphone operating systems and accessibility options |
| 40-55 Minutes | Case studies and troubleshooting |
| 55-60 Minutes | Conclusion; Q and A |
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Erica Koehler
AuD
Erica Koehler, Au.D., is the Audiology Concepting Lead within GN’s Global Audiology Group where she works closely with interdisciplinary teams to focus on big picture solutions involving fitting software. She also acts as the audiology lead within the fitting software group providing input during the design, development, and testing of each release. She began her career at GN in 2008 in the Research Group and later transitioned into Global Audiology in 2010. Erica also presents at national and state-level conferences and is involved in conducting clinical research trials of hearing instrument technologies. Interests include maximizing the potential of software for hearing aid success.
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Joseph Hribar
AuD
Joseph (Joey) Hribar, Au.D. is a research Audiologist with the GN ReSound Global Audiology & User Experience Team in Chicago, IL. In this role, he is responsible for conducting clinical hearing aid trials, which includes verifying and validating hearing instruments, accessories, and other connective devices. His interests lie in modern technology, and its impact on hearing healthcare and the patient experience.
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Joseph Hribar: Financial: Joseph Hribar is employed by ReSound. Non-financial: Joseph Hribar has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by ReSound in partnership with AudiologyOnline.
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