We have a lot of great events planned for the American Academy of Audiology Conference in Anaheim, California. If you plan to attend, we look forward to seeing you there!
Here is an overview of Ida Institute related events at the conference:
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
3:45PM - 4:45PM: Learning Module: Facilitate an Understanding of Hearing Loss from the Child's Point of View
Session Number: LM027
Location: 208B
CE Hours: .1
Presenters: Christine Yoshinaga-Itano, PhD, University of Colorado; Melanie Gregory, AUD, Ida Institute
Abstract: The child's perspective is essential when addressing the challenges of hearing loss. Incorporating this perspective makes them an active participant in the rehabilitation process.The My World tool from the Ida Institute facilitates an understanding of hearing loss from the child's point of view. The session will educate participants in the use of this counseling tool with the goal of achieving practical, actionable methods for engaging patients.
5:00PM - 6:30PM: Ideas Awards Ceremony
Celebrate the Winners of the Ideas Competition at our Champagne Reception
Location: Marriott Anaheim, Platinum 10
Please RSVP: www.conferencemanager.dk/IDEASAWARDS
Thursday, April 4, 2013
8:00AM - 9:30AM: Featured Session: Motivational Interviewing: A Primer for Audiologists
Session Number: FS107
Location: 210CD
Presenters: M. Samantha Lewis, PhD, National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research, Portland VAMC; John Greer Clark, PhD, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati
Abstract: Changing behaviors is not always easy. Motivational interviewing is a semi-directive, patient-centered counseling approach that has been used and adapted by other healthcare fields to facilitate behavior change. This course will provide an overview of motivational interviewing, review the evidence base, and present strategies for how this approach can be adapted for use in audiology.
4:30PM - 5:30PM: Learning Module: Making the Change Toward a Patient-Centered Practice
Session Number: LM015
Location: 210CD
Presenters: Theresa Hnath Chisholm, AuD, PhD, University of South Florida; Lise Lotte Bundesen, PhD, Ida Institute
Abstract: Many audiologists have a desire to enhance patient care, but making an individual change in practice, such as implementing new tools, principles and methods (such as Ida tools) can be difficult. The session will engage participants in a unique collaborative learning process with a goal of providing practical, actionable knowledge to facilitate changes towards patient-centered care.
11:30AM - 6:00PM: Ida Institute Exhibit: Tool Display and Demonstrations
Friday, April 5, 2013
10:00AM - 11:30AM: Featured Session: Audiologic Rehabilitation Grand Rounds
Session Number: FS211
Location: 207CD
Presenters: Gabrielle Saunders, PhD, National Center for Rehabilitative Auditory Research; Kathleen Cienkowski, PhD, University of Connecticut; Jill Preminger, PhD, University of Louisville; John Greer Clark, PhD,University of Cincinnati; Joseph Montano, EdD, Weill Cornell Medical College
Abstract: The purpose of this grand rounds session is to discuss interesting and/or difficult audiologic rehabilitation cases for audience consideration. These cases will highlight the fact that hearing aids and/or cochlear implants are essential but not sufficient for successful rehabilitation. The cases, highlighting primarily adult patients, will demonstrate models for the incorporation of rehabilitation into clinical practice.
9:00AM - 6:00PM: Ida Institute Exhibit: Tool Display and Demonstrations
Saturday, April 6, 2013
2:00PM - 3:30PM: Featured Session: G.R.O.U.P.: A New Online Tool for Group Audiologic Rehabilitation
Session Number: FS318
Location: 210AB
Presenters: Melanie Gregory, B.A. (Sp & HTh)Hons, Ida Institute; Jill Preminger, PhD, University of Louisville; Joseph Montano, PhD, Weill Cornell Medical College; Patricia Kricos, PhD, University of Florida
Abstract: The G.R.O.U.P is an easy-to-use, online guide that can help you develop your own Group AR program. During this interactive session we will discuss the challenges implementing group AR, examine the evidence for conducting group AR, and explore the elements of G.R.O.U.P.This will support your efforts toward creating and providing group AR programs in your clinic.
9:00AM - 2:00PM: Ida Institute Exhibit: Tool Display and Demonstrations