Author Archives: AU Bankaitis

About AU Bankaitis

A.U. Bankaitis, PhD is a clinical Audiologist with extensive clinical, research, and business experience within the hearing industry. She is Vice President of Oaktree Products, a multi-line distributor of audiology supplies and screening/diagnostic test equipment. Dr. Bankaitis created this blog to educate her colleagues and providers in the hearing health care industry on viable product solutions for their patients and/or clinical practice.

When your Impression Material Goes Away….

Posted on January 8, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

Don’t you hate it when your absolutely favorite impression material is no longer available? Occasionally, it happens. For example, not too long ago, the Silhouette impression material was discontinued, leaving many of my colleagues with empty DM-50 cartridge guns wondering … Continue reading →

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Happy 2014 from A.U.

Posted on January 1, 2014 by AU Bankaitis

To kick off the New Year, here is a quick recap of my Audiology Blog activity from 2013. Crunching Some Numbers: As of December 31, 2013, my Audiology blog has nearly 2,000 subscribed followers; every time a post is published, … 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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If You Build It #Audpeeps, They Will LIKE! – guest post by Dana Drady

Posted on December 4, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

Did you know there are over 1.19 billion active monthly account users and 25 million active small businesses pages on Facebook? You may think that Facebook does not apply to your audiology and/or hearing aid business; however, it has become … Continue reading →

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Food for Thanksgiving Thought….

Posted on November 27, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

– there is always something  & someone to be thankful for; take the time to recognize & appreciate those real things & moments… It will make you smile! As an extension of the above sentiments, below is an email received … Continue reading →

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New TrueDio Ears: Peace-of-mind Quality & Price!

Posted on November 20, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

With the variety of TV Listening products currently on the market, what is the big deal about the availability of a new TV Listening Device? What is it that will make you pay close attention? The honest answer to either … Continue reading →

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2014 Catalog Cover Winner Selected by YOU!

Posted on November 13, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

During the month of October, Oaktree Products employees, friends, colleagues, and customers, along with anyone wanting to participate, were provided the opportunity to select the company’s next catalog cover from one of three choices. Votes were cast electronically throughout the … Continue reading →

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Externship Search Advice for Third Year AuD Students – guest post by Caleb McNiece

Posted on November 6, 2013 by AU Bankaitis

It is a busy time of year for third year AuD students who should all be in the thick of  the 4th year externship search. As you attempt to finalize your placements for the upcoming year, here are some suggestions based … Continue reading →

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