Emily Jo Venskytis, AuD, ABAC

Member-at-large Nominee

Emily Jo Venskytis, AuD, ABAC is director of clinical education and assistant professor for the doctor of audiology program within the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. Additionally, she serves as a clinical audiologist at Massachusetts Eye and Ear in the Charlestown office. She enjoys training the next generation of audiologists in mindful, patient-centered and evidence-based practice.  

Dr. Venskytis is passionate about pediatric care and has extensive clinical experience on interprofessional teams including hospital-based teams for patients with congenital ear anomalies, cleft/craniofacial disorders, and cochlear implants. Her clinical areas of interest include diagnostics for difficult-to-test patients, electrophysiology, audiologic management including cochlear implants, bone anchored devices, and hearing aids, and community outreach for underserved populations. Research interests include clinical education and training, interprofessional education, and improving awareness of/access to audiology care.  

Dr. Venskytis has thoroughly enjoyed participation within the American Academy of Audiology since she was a student and is currently the chair for the Clinical and Scientific Excellence in Audiology Council. She facilitated the launch of the Foundation-sponsored podcast, Sound Practice, and is thrilled to be cohosting this new initiative. She is aligned with the Academy’s focus on increasing member value. She is a proud alumna of the 2024 class of the Jerger Future Leaders in Audiology Conference. Previous volunteer involvement with the Academy includes the Outreach and New Professionals Committees, and the former Scientific Advisory and External Relations Council.