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Fitting from the Other Side of the Fence |
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by Jay B. McSpaden, PhD, BC-HIS, and Larry Brethower, BC-HIS |
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Hearing instrument fitting and client counseling need to revolve more around the client’s residual auditory capacity and appropriate expectations. Here is an outline for a suggested counseling protocol. |
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How to Hold Top-Notch Staff Meetings |
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by Roger McGuire and Renee Erno |
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Have you ever been guilty of holding a staff meeting and privately thinking that you’re wasting time? If so, here are some guidelines for conducting more efficient meetings. |
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Five Steps to Building a Great Team |
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by Danita Bye |
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There is truth to the adage that being a great manager means putting people in a position where they can succeed. Learn how to objectively recruit and hire ideal staff members. |
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Keeping in Touch: The Patient Newsletter |
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by Dennis Hampton, PhD |
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Patient newsletters are an effective way to educate customers while building loyalty. Here are examples of what professionals in the field are doing to customize their newsletters. |
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Understanding Clients and Their Hearing Aid Pricing Concerns |
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by Rob Morris |
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All too often, potential clients are choosing less-than-optimal technology or declining to purchase a hearing aid due to financial reasons. Third-party financing may be the answer. |
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HR Literature Review |
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HR’s A look at the latest literature and promotional offerings from manufacturers. |
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Fitting Digital Non-Linear Power Aids on Children with Severe-to-Profound Losses |
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by Sandra Abbott Gabbard, PhD, Gwen O’Grady, MSPA, and Francis Kuk, PhD |
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A frequently asked question is “Are digital hearing aids necessary for children?” This study examines the application of digital power aids for children with severe/profound losses. |
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Maximizing Speech Understanding and Listening Comfort in Noise |
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by Mark C. Flynn, PhD |
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A discussion on selecting the best fitting rationale for a patient, and the use of directional microphone and DSP technology for comfort and hearing in noise. |
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