Tag Archives: PSAPs

A.U.’s Adventures in PSAP-land

About four years ago, while sitting at my desk at work, a couple of PSAPs came across my desk with the following note: “Is this something we should offer our customers?” That day, I embarked on a series of projects … Continue reading

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Database of PSAP and OTC Performance Potential

The profession of Audiology has been subject to recent legislative scrutiny, resulting in traditional service-delivery model disruptions.  While hearing instruments remain the gold standard for treating hearing loss, alternative amplification options in the form of Personal Sound Amplification Products (PSAPs) … Continue reading

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Dispensing audiologists: about 50% would probably offer PSAPs and OTC hearing aids

As an audiologist who used to dispense hearing instruments, I often wonder how I would logistically react to the disruption currently taking place in the hearing industry.  If I were still in clinical practice, would I offer PSAPs and/or OTC … Continue reading

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Dear Esteemed Consumer with Hearing Loss – A Letter From an Audiologist

On November 7, 2016 U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) introduced the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2016, legislation that would make certain types of hearing aids that compensate for mild to moderate hearing loss available over-the-counter … Continue reading

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How do PSAPs fit into the modern audiology practice? – guest post by Drew Dundas

Over the years I’ve had the pleasure of working with many patients with a common set of complaints. Let me set the scene for you. It’s a morning or an afternoon on a day that ends with ‘y’, and your … Continue reading

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