HR 2006 Web Site Review
What the leading companies in hearing health care have to offer online.
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Does the In-Office Electronic Scanning of Impressions Really Change Everything?
Although the in-office scanning of ear impressions is still a new concept, it will soon become common practice. And with it, much of the dispensing process will change for the better.
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Audiology Unplugged: Leading hearing care into the Bluetooth Age
Bluetooth technology will make a large impact on your practice. Here’s why.
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The Future of Wireless Devices in Hearing Care: A technology that promises to transform the hearing industry
Wireless hearing aids, ALDs, and test equipment open up a whole new world for hearing health care.
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A “Small” Change in Verification: A Compact Live Speech REM System
Although there is ample evidence that clinicians should be performing REM on all their patients, the test is not universally used in the verification/fitting process. Live speech REM is designed to provide an efficient way to administer this testing and obtain more useful information.
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Twenty Trends Influencing the Hearing Health Care Field
A review of the hearing health care market in 2005, and a look at the current trends influencing the dispensing of hearing instruments—as well as what might be in the wings for 2006 and beyond.
Read MoreCareer Crossroads: New Options for Becoming an Entrepreneur
Manufacturers offer help and dedicated programs for private practice entrepreneurs.
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HR Annual Literature Review
A look at some of the industry’s best promotional and informational brochures, displays, dispensing aids, and marketing materials.
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ADA Moves Full Steam Ahead in Savannah
The emphasis was on Medicare reimbursement, direct access, and “the branding of audiology”at the Academy of Dispensing Audiologists annual convention.
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Sound Travels: IHS Holds Its First International Convention
In October, the International Hearing Society held its first convention outside the US.
Read MoreHearing Health Care Rallies to Support Hurricane Katrina Disaster Relief Efforts
Millions of dollars have been donated to help support Gulf Coast hearing-impaired people, as well as those hearing care professionals who were impacted by the hurricane.
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The IHS and ADA Convention Previews
A sneak-peek at the events and exhibition floor offerings at this year’s conventions.
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Addressing Patient Indecision
Ideas for clearing common obstacles when dispensing hearing aids. Overcoming objections requires both logical explanations and emotional motivation.
Read MoreE-Business: Connecting Hearing Care Professionals and Their Suppliers
A new era of digital ordering is dawning, promising faster data transfer, fewer mistakes in ordering, automatic order tracking, and (eventually) electronically transmitted impressions.
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How to Use Live Speech Mapping as Part of a Hearing Instrument Fitting and Verification Protocol
Live Speech Mapping is a fitting process that uses probe microphones and live real-time speech to allow the patient and their family members to immediately see and understand the benefits of hearing aids and fitting adjustments. A protocol for the use of the system is presented.
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