Tag Archives: A.U. Bankaitis

How To Eat Like An Audiologist – “say the word….COOKBOOK”

Posted on March 6, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

During the spring of 2018, the idea of creating a cookbook “….of, by, and for audiologists,” was, well, cooked-up by a group of friends who happen to be members of the American Academy of Audiology. How To Eat Like An … Continue reading →

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A.U.’s Adventures in PSAP-land

Posted on February 27, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

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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New Oaktree Products 2019 Catalog on the Way!

Posted on February 20, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

The new 2019 Oaktree Products catalog will start making its way to you! Look for it in the mail in March or grab your own copy at the American Academy of Audiology Convention in Columbus, Ohio in the exhibit hall at … Continue reading →

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Amplified Stethoscope Bullet Points – Quick Reference Guide

Posted on February 13, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

Configuring a hearing instrument with an amplified stethoscope comes with inherent challenges. Currently, there is no magic bullet offering an easy, straightforward solution. Furthermore, the two configuration options offering the most promise in terms of a working solution are either … Continue reading →

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Popular Ear Light Gets Awesome Makeover!

Posted on February 6, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

About 5 years ago, my blog post “Shed Some Light on New Ear Light” introduced the LED Ear Light. For the past five years, it has been the number one selling ear light at Oaktree Products not because of the … Continue reading →

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Where are YOU turning to during these disruptive times?

Posted on January 30, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

The hearing industry landscape has drastically changed over the past several years, particularly for the independent private practice owner.  Access to hearing aids has become ubiquitous; in addition to the internet, consumers can go to Costco, SAMs Club, CVS, and … Continue reading →

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ZPower Batteries now available at Oaktree Products

Posted on January 16, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

ZPower recently partnered with Oaktree Products to allow dispensing audiologists and hearing instrument specialists to purchase size 312 ZPower replacement hearing aid batteries for the ZPower Rechargeable System directly through Oaktree Products. The ZPower Rechargeable System (sold separately by hearing … Continue reading →

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Database of PSAP and OTC Performance Potential

Posted on January 2, 2019 by AU Bankaitis

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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