242 - The Audiology 2050 Initiative: Elevating the Profession to Tackle Future Challenges

242 - The Audiology 2050 Initiative: Elevating the Profession to Tackle Future Challenges

What will audiology look like in 2050? In this insightful discussion, Doctors Amyn Amlani and Jason Leyendecker sit down with Dave Kemp to explore the Audiology 2050 initiative, a visionary roadmap from the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) aiming to elevate the profession to meet future challenges. Born from a thorough review of audiology's history and current challenges, Audiology 2050 seeks to address long-standing gaps, such as expanding audiologists' scope of practice, improving reimbursement structures, and enhancing legislative advocacy, including initiatives like MAAIA. As Dr. Amlani and Dr. Leyendecker highlight, achieving this future requires a collective effort across the profession. From advancing telehealth services to evolving licensure and training standards, they discuss the need for unified action and grassroots involvement. With a focus on professional activism and legislative progress, the Audiology 2050 initiative aims to empower audiologists to meet the growing demand for hearing care, benefiting both the profession and the millions of people it serves. Learn more about the Audiology 2050 initiative here.


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287 - Comparing Hearing Aid Performance in Real-World Settings: The Role of Advanced Processing

287 - Comparing Hearing Aid Performance in Real-World Settings: The Role of Advanced Processing

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286 - HearChoice: A New Digital Tool to Educate, Engage & Empower Adults with Hearing Loss

286 - HearChoice: A New Digital Tool to Educate, Engage & Empower Adults with Hearing Loss

What if a digital tool could help bridge the gap between hearing loss and informed action?In this session from the 2025 Future of Hearing Healthcare Conference, Dr. Mel Ferguson of Curtin University i...

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285 - From Telehealth to Brick-and-Mortar: Building a Tinnitus-Focused Audiology Practice

285 - From Telehealth to Brick-and-Mortar: Building a Tinnitus-Focused Audiology Practice

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9 Jun 202521min

284 - How the Future of Auditory Implants Could Transform Patient Care and Expand Clinical Options

284 - How the Future of Auditory Implants Could Transform Patient Care and Expand Clinical Options

Advances in implantable technology are opening new possibilities for people living with hearing loss. In the third installment of our cochlear implant series, we welcome back Brent Lucas, CEO of Envoy...

2 Jun 202517min

283 - Exploring Innovations in Hearing Care: The Future of Devices, Delivery, and Demand. Live from FHH 2025

283 - Exploring Innovations in Hearing Care: The Future of Devices, Delivery, and Demand. Live from FHH 2025

Hearing care is evolving rapidly—are we ready for what’s next? In this conversation from the 2025 Future of Hearing Healthcare Conference, Andy Bellavia and Dave Kemp explore the trends reshaping hear...

30 Mai 202550min

282 - Hearing Loss and Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers to Care. Live Panel Discussion from FHH 2025

282 - Hearing Loss and Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers to Care. Live Panel Discussion from FHH 2025

Stigma remains one of the most enduring and complex barriers in hearing healthcare—shaping public perceptions of hearing loss, delaying help-seeking behaviors, and limiting the adoption of hearing tec...

23 Mai 202557min

281 - State Advocacy, National Impact: A Conversation on Audiology’s Future, Live from FHH 2025

281 - State Advocacy, National Impact: A Conversation on Audiology’s Future, Live from FHH 2025

Modernizing audiology practice isn’t just about professional progress—it’s about improving patient care. In this session, moderator Dave Kemp leads a timely discussion with Dr. Alicia Spoor (Maryland)...

19 Mai 20251h 6min

280 - Improving Access to Cochlear Implants: A Surgeon’s Perspective

280 - Improving Access to Cochlear Implants: A Surgeon’s Perspective

Cochlear implants remain vastly underutilized despite decades of evidence showing their ability to restore hearing and improve quality of life. In this episode, neurotologist Dr. Varun Varadarajan joi...

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