Hearing, Hearing Loss, and Current Technology

Explore the complexities of hearing, hearing loss, and cutting-edge technology in this 1-hour 21-minute lecture by Dr. Gerald R. Popelka, Professor and Chief of Audiology at Stanford University Medical Center. Delve into the causes of hearing loss, particularly age-related issues, and discover current solutions. Gain insights into modern hearing aids and their effective improvements. After a comprehensive overview of existing devices, learn about anticipated future interventions in the field of audiology. Understand communication complaints associated with hearing loss and compare various hearing aid types, including in-the-ear (ITE) and behind-the-ear (BTE) models. Examine the benefits of using two hearing aids and wireless connections. Conclude with a summary of key points and a glimpse into the future of hearing technology.

Intro
Disclosures
Purpose
Causes of Perceptual Loss
Causes of Vision Loss Nerve
Permanent Hearing Loss
Communication Complaints
Miniaturization
Comparison Device
ITE vs BTE
Two Hearing Aids
Wireless Connections
Related Factors
Features
Future
Summary