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Hearing Research: Does Directional Benefit Vary Systematically with Omnidirectional Performance? |
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by Charlotte Thunberg Jespersen, MA, and Steen Østergaard Olsen |
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Results from this study show that individuals with hearing-impairment—independent of the degree of hearing loss and performance in omnidirectional mode—gain the same amount of directional benefit. It is not possible to predict directional benefit from the hearing threshold or SRT. |
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Fitting Tips: Essentials of Hearing Aid Selection, Part 1: Cosmetics Are Not Just What Meets the Ear |
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by Joel M. Mynders, BC-HIS |
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Hearing aid selection is a critical step in the amplification process. With today’s vast number of choices in hearing instrument technology, where do you start? Part 1 of this three-part series examines the physical, anatomical, and cosmetic parameters of hearing aid selection, as well as how to use needs assessment tools. |
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Opinion: Introducing the Real Gatekeepers... |
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by Jay B. McSpaden, PhD, and Von Hansen |
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The fact is we already have an occupational class that serves as the primary gatekeeper between the patient and the dispensing professional. That person is called the front office person or receptionist. And they need your help! |
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IHS Preview |
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A sneak-peak at the new products, services, and special events featured at the 52nd Annual International Hearing Society convention and exposition in St Paul, Minn. |
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