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The Connection of Ebola Virus to Audiology

Posted on October 9, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

Mainly reported in the countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia, the arrival of Ebola haemorrhagic fever to the United States is making people feel a little uneasy and a bit scared. While this disease may be perceived as new, the Ebola … Continue reading →

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Audiology Unplugged: the New Amico Otoscope Set

Posted on May 28, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

Annoyed with having to unscrew your otoscope handle so you can plug it into a wall outlet to recharge? While far more convenient than the standard AC outlet rechargeable handles, the cost of desk-charging otoscopes can get a little pricey. And, be sure to read … Continue reading →

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Get Your Audiology Practice Under Control

Posted on April 30, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

If you are an audiologist, hearing aid instrument specialist, or AuD student involved in the provision of patient care services, do me a favor and access the current written infection control plan at your work or clinical externship site. Can’t … Continue reading →

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Business Phone Solutions for Hearing Aid Wearers: Part 2

Posted on April 16, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

This is the second post of a three-part series addressing ideal business phone solutions for hearing aid wearers experiencing difficulty using the phone at work. Part 1 outlined options for users of streamers and/or T-coil equipped hearing instruments using standard PBX phone systems. … Continue reading →

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AudiologyNOW – Booth #1033 is the Place to Be

Posted on March 19, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

For those of you attending AudiologyNOW 2014 in Orlando next week, the place to be is booth ten thirty-three (#1033).  Obviously, this is the assigned booth for Oaktree Products where we will be showcasing some new products as well as offering … Continue reading →

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Twelve Posts of Blog-Mas

Posted on December 11, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

‘Tis the season as well as the end of yet another year of blogging where visions of blog posts from 2013 dance in my head. In reviewing the most popular posts from the past year, The Twelve Days of Christmas melody … Continue reading →

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All work & no play….

Posted on June 26, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

I have always enjoyed reading Stephen King novels; one line from his thriller The Shining resonates with me to this day: “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. There is something to be said about this infamous … Continue reading →

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Advice to Audiology & Speech Language Pathology Students

Posted on April 17, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

The following is an excerpt from my speech delivered on Friday, April 12, 2013 to nearly 400 audiology & speech pathology students, faculty, family and friends while accepting the 2013 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders … Continue reading →

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