Learning Labs at AAA 2024+HearTECH Expo

Looking for in-depth and cutting-edge information on hot topic areas at AAA 2024? Our learning labs offer hands-on exercises with appropriate clinical practices. Presented by leaders in the field of audiology and associated professions, these sessions are offered at an additional cost of $100 ($150 for non-members) to your conference registration.

Seating is limited and first-come, first-serve, so be sure to secure your spot early! Read on for a quick glance at the interactive sessions offered.

Cerumen Management Workshop: Navigating Your Way Out of a Sticky Situation

Wednesday, April 17, 8:00–9:30 am; Lab A 9:45–11:15 am; Lab B 11:45am–1:15 pm
Presented by Samuel Bittel, AuD
Earn 0.3 CEUs total

This two-part didactic and hands-on workshop will provide the foundation needed to become competent in cerumen management. We will cover the anatomy and physiology of the ear canal, cerumen properties, technical aspects of removal, managing incidents, infection control, state regulations, and billing. The second portion includes a demonstration of removal techniques and equipment.

Verifying Advanced Features for Patient Satisfaction

Wednesday, April 17, 8:00–11:30 am
Presented by Lindsey Jorgensen, AuD, PhD, and Samantha Sepulvado
Earn 0.3 CEUs

Supporting patients’ needs and concerns goes beyond hearing evaluations and initial fittings. Our patients have specific complaints and concerns, and it’s the audiologist’s job to address these through feature selection. Join this interactive lab to discuss the advanced features necessary to meet patients’ needs and how to verify that these features are working correctly.

Contemporary Concepts in Risk of Falls Assessment

Wednesday, April 17, 8:00–11:30 am
Presented by Devin McCaslin, PhD, and Karen Lambert, PT
Earn 0.3 CEUs

Join this engaging session to discuss new research as it relates to the epidemiology and risk factors associated with falls as well as assessment tools and intervention methods. Additionally, we will discuss the potential role of hearing loss and cognitive issues and their association with falls.

Cognitive Screenings in Practice

Wednesday, April 17, 8:00–11:30 am
Presented by Karah Gottschalk, AuD, PhD
Earn 0.3 CEUs

Research trends over the past few decades have suggested some type of relationship between hearing loss and cognitive changes. This growing literature has prompted audiologists to start completing cognitive screeners in clinics.

This session will include information about the six different cognitive domains, normal versus non-normative cognitive changes with age, and current cognitive screenings that are available. Additionally, there will be a hands-on session on completing and grading cognitive screeners.

Optimization in Cochlear Implant Programming Using Electrically Evoked Stapedial Reflex Threshold Measurements

Wednesday, April 17, 8:00–11:30 am
Presented by Sandra Velandia, AuD
Earn 0.3 CEUs

The lack of consensus on cochlear implant programming methods presents challenges for patients with hearing deprivation, pediatric cases, and elderly individuals due to difficulties in judging loudness and pitch. Recent research recommends using electrically evoked stapedial reflex thresholds (eSRTs) to set appropriate stimulation levels, improving comfort, speech discrimination, and reducing cognitive effort during daily listening tasks. Join this informative session to perform eSRTs, utilize them to set stimulation levels, and optimize programming for cochlear implant recipients based on threshold measurements and clinical cases.

Visit the online conference planner to learn about these engaging learning labs at AAA 2024. Register before spots run out!