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YOU (among other things) are Essential…

Posted on January 4, 2021 by AU Bankaitis

The year 2020 catapulted infection control to the forefront of clinical practice. The COVID-19 pandemic forced providers to step-up the infection control game because the services we provide are essential. Part of this involves not only using disposable supplies where … Continue reading →

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Twelve Guest Blog Posts of Christmas – quick click list from me to you!

Posted on December 11, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

In the spirit of the holiday season, here is my list of the Twelve Guest Posts of Christmas including hyperlinks to each specific post. While it was very difficult to choose, these guest represent some of the most popular, informative, … Continue reading →

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What Are You Thankful For?

Posted on November 26, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

Wishing you a very peaceful and happy Thanksgiving!! While I am thankful for many things, this year I am most thankful for being able to spend Thanksgiving with family, in particular my oldest sister “Bunki” in Boulder, CO.  This past year … Continue reading →

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What is the #OaktreeGoldenTicket? – guest post by Oaktree Products, Inc.

Posted on October 2, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

OAKtober is the official month of Oaktree Products and represents not only a time to appreciate our employees, but to reaffirm our commitment to the highest level of service to our customers.  This year, in honor of OAKtober, we want to … Continue reading →

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The Infection Control Garbage Term

Posted on August 27, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

When asked by a colleague whether or not something needs to be “sanitized” prior to reuse in the audiology or hearing aid clinic, I often stop and think, “Is this a trick question?” The verb “sanitize” may be defined as “to … Continue reading →

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Tools to Help Your Patients Understand

Posted on August 13, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

What would be the most efficient way to present information to patients about their hearing so that they understand the intent of the message being relayed? Verbally reviewing the results of audiometric testing with the  audiogram as a visual tool is something patients most likely expect; who … Continue reading →

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Welcome!

Posted on July 29, 2010 by AU Bankaitis

Welcome to my blog! To get to know a little bit about me, click on the ABOUT AU located at the top of this page, next to the HOME button, in the header section. As I learn to blog, my goal will be to post … Continue reading →

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