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Developments in Auditory Steady-State Responses (ASSR): 2009 |
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by Douglas L. Beck, AuD; David P. Speidel, MS; and Jill Gordon Craig, MA |
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ASSR has multiple applications with regard to hearing screenings and diagnostic audiology. The ASSR facilitates a rapid and statistically valid estimate of hearing thresholds, and can add significant threshold information while evaluating patients unable or unwilling to participate in behavioral tests. Recent findings and new developments with regard to ASSR stimulus, software-based algorithms, and hardware solutions are addressed. |
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Enhancing Temporal Resolution and Sound Quality: A Novel Approach to Compression |
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by Arthur Schaub, Dipl Phys |
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For more than a decade, hearing loss has been recognized as the loss of a fast-acting compression mechanism. Likewise, existing technology has been recognized as being slow for effective compensation. Bernafon's ChannelFree system has been designed to tackle this problem, offering effective compression for consecutive phonemes in speech, while taking the necessary steps to preserve sound quality. |
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Two Proven Ways to Engage Front Office Staffers in Your Practice |
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by Brian Taylor, AuD |
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Gathering pre-fitting information using questionnaires and working your existing database to schedule routine follow-up appointments are straightforward tactics that, when faithfully executed by front office staff, can have a profound impact on the overall productivity of your practice. |
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The SMART Way to Set Professional and Financial Goals |
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by Kevin St. Clergy, MS |
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By clearly stating, effectively communicating, and following through on your goals, you will put the necessary processes in place to ensure your success. |
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