Updates in Audiologic Treatment and Management
Audiology Assistant Gini Retka attended a workshop called “Updates in Audiologic Treatment and Management” sponsored by Washington Society of Audiology (WSA) this past weekend. The workshop featured many distinguished professionals presenting new information on technology, treatment plans, and audiology roles in hearing management.
Washington Society of Audiology Conference
Doctor Melanie Duldulao attended the annual Washington Society of Audiology (WAS) conference this past weekend. The conference featured local experts in the areas of tinnitus, brain plasticity and aural rehab. The conference also offered recommendations for severe to profound hearing instrument fittings. Dr. Duldulao enjoyed the opportunity to hear from experts and learn from her…
Turn It Down Concert This Weekend
Tomorrow night (May 30th) ESHC audiologists will rock out with musicians at the fourth annual Turn It Down: an EAR-Responsible Concert. Join us at the Kirkland Teen Union Building for a night of music and education. Musicians Daphne Loves Derby, Bad Timing and 4th Avenue will be performing tomorrow night starting at 8pm. The sound…
We’re in the Times!
The Turn It Down Concert was written up in the Seattle Times by Matson on Music. He proclaimed the Turn It Down event as “a concert event that deserves your money.” Turn it Down at the Kirkland Teen Union Building is a charming benefit for ears. Bands made up of young people will provide music…
Happy Better Hearing and Speech Month
In a country where over 46 million people have a communication disability, we are doing our part to bring awareness and recognition to hearing and speech disorders during the 82nd year celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month, starting today! Join us in the kick-off to Better Hearing and Speech Month happening in all three of…
Listen Smart!
Doctor of Audiology Terence Limb started off Better Hearing and Speech Month this past Friday a little early by presenting to teens at the Environmental Adventure School on how to listen smart and safe. His presentation taught them about the ear, along with how sound can damage the delicate anatomy within. They were also given the opportunity…
Better Hearing and Speech Month Website Launched
We are excited to announce the launch of our 2009 Better Hearing and Speech Month (BHSM) website. The site features information on hearing conservation, speech and language development, literacy and information on how you can get involved in the 82nd celebration of Better Hearing and Speech Month. We are hard at work putting together some great…
Audiology Department Community Service
On Saturday, April 18th, eight ESHC staff members participated in a community service event planned by the Audiology Department in celebration of our 30 years of service. The day brought our eager volunteers to Providence Hospitality House, a home for women and children in crisis. Doctor of Audiology Tom Norwood, his son Chris Norwood, and Audiology Assistant…
Phones, TV’s and MP3 Players Connected to your Hearing Devices
I just received word from Oticon that the new ConnectLine system – that syncs your hearing instruments and streamer with your land line, mobile phone, TV, music player and PC – is available starting TODAY! The ConnectLine system (shown below) includes a phone unit, TV unit and Streamer. You can work with your audiologist to…
ConnectLine Wireless System for Hearing Device Wearers
On Wednesday, April 1st Oticon released a revolutionary new wireless system, ConnectLine, that allows hearing device wearers the ability to wirelessly connect to their landline, mobile phone, television, and music player. The listening experience is enhanced through the use of a personal Streamer that connects your hearing instruments to the numerous entertainment systems. Here’s how…