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Vol. 7, No. 5, September/October 2008
Access Audiology is dedicated to the specific needs of all professionals interested in hearing, balance and the field of audiology. We hope you find it informative, practical, and easy to use.
Each issue of Access Audiology presents new topics relevant to audiologists in a variety of settings, including private practice; health care; universities; schools; research facilities; local, state, and national organizations/agencies; and industry.
Our current issue spotlights the 2008 ASHA Convention, which will be held on November 20–22, 2008, at McCormick Place West, Chicago, Illinois. This year's theme is "Celebrating the Winds of Change."
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Audiology Convention at ASHA
Robert G. Turner, PhD, CCC-A
I am writing this in a hotel room just south of Memphis, where I have landed after fleeing hurricane Gustav. As I think about hurricanes and ASHA '08, I realize that I can guarantee several things. First, I can guarantee that there will not be a hurricane in Chicago this November during the ASHA Convention. I can also guarantee that you will find this year's Audiology Program very different than that of previous years. As I have said before in e-mails and The ASHA Leader, this program is highly structured and bigger, with many invited presentations. Invited and submitted presentations, along with technical sessions, have been used to create six workshop-like programs called Focused Tracks that encompass hearing science and clinical audiology. There are four 3-day tracks: (C)APD, Cochlear Implants, Hearing and Balance Issues in Adults, and Hearing Loss in Infants and Children. There are two 1½-day tracks: Hearing Science and Hearing Aids. There are five tracks going at most times, so you will always have plenty of choices. The "Updates" are another great feature of this year's program. These are presentations by recognized experts that are designed to bring you up to date on a particular topic. They can be identified because the title begins with "Update '08".
In the Convention Program that you have received by mail, check out the grid nestled between pages 48 and 49. This gives you the six Focused Tracks at a glance. For more information, see the Audiology section on pages 71–81. Note that the invited sessions are designated as Featured Presentations.
I guarantee that you do not want to arrive late or leave early. The Audiology program starts Thursday morning with five invited presentations by Mary Koch, Nina Kraus, Frank Musiek, John Niparko, and Neil Shepard. In addition, on Saturday afternoon there are Featured Presentations by Jane Baran, Robyn Cox, David Hawkins, Jill Preminger, and Kelly Tremblay. In between Thursday morning and Saturday afternoon are many excellent sessions, with an additional 23 Featured Presentations and six Update '08s. How about updates on Hearing Aid Technology by Ruth Bentler, Infant Hearing Evaluations by Barbara Cone-Wesson, Evoked Potentials by Paul Kileny, Speech Perception by Marjorie Leek, Vestibular Rehabilitation by Neil Shepard, and Wireless Technology by Jerry Yantz?
You want more? Have you ever strolled through the auditory system? Friday morning, take a 3-D tour of the central auditory system—complete with '50s-style glasses. How about pediatric and adult grand rounds on (central) auditory processing disorders on Thursday and Saturday, respectively. Don't miss Jill Firszt's presentation in honor of Margo Skinner or William Martin's program on preventing noise induced hearing loss in children. How about back-to-back presentations by Sandra Gordon-Salant and Larry Humes on speech perception in older adults? Well, there's so much more that I can't mention everything; my apologies to the authors I haven't highlighted.
There is even more to the Audiology Program than the six Focused Tracks. In addition to Poster Sessions every day, there are four programs of interest to both audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Two programs—Academic and Educational Issues and Business, Management, and Professional Issues—contain six Featured Presentations with updates on legal issues by Scott Carlson and Medicare regulations by Robert Fifer. Also of interest to audiologists are the two programs on Research Issues Across the Discipline and Issues in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Populations. Check both the Audiology section and the Speech-Language Pathology section for a full listing of these sessions.
Enough work, now it's time for some fun. Start with the Audiology Reception at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday in the Foyer by the Audiology session rooms. After connecting with friends, move to the Opening General Session at 6:00 p.m. The featured speaker is Brigadier General Loree Sutton, but there may be other "celebrities" there. The Awards Ceremony is Friday evening. This year's recipient of the Annie Glenn Award, presented by Senator and Mrs. Glenn, is Julie Andrews. And be sure you don't miss the Closing Party Saturday night at the Field Museum. Share a few interesting Convention stories with the world's largest T-Rex.
"My kind of town, Chicago is…" are famous song lyrics. Well, Chicago is my kind of town. I have been impressed every time I have visited and have always had a great time. Enjoy the history, architecture, music, food, and museums, but save some time for the Audiology Program. You will find that Chicago is your kind of town and that Audiology '08 is your kind of meeting. I guarantee it.
Until then… Bob Turner
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Audiology Highlights
Visit the Audiology Booth at Convention
ASHA's audiology booth will be located near the audiology session rooms. Find out about ASHA services, benefits, and resources. Stop by and say hello or get answers to any questions you might have.
Join Us for Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Lunch will be served from noon to 1:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, November 20–22.
Closing Party – The Field Museum
Tickets to the Closing Party are complimentary for registered members, $20 for guests. Space is limited, so order your tickets early when completing the registration form.
Create a Personalized Schedule With "My Planner"
"My Planner" on the ASHA Web site allows you to search through all of the available program sessions so you can create a personalized schedule for Convention! Please be sure to investigate this convenient online feature.
Audiology Focused Tracks
This year many of the audiology offerings will be organized into six Focused Tracks [PDF]. There are no extra charges for these Focused Tracks and no pre-registration is required. Feel free to mix and match offerings to meet your interests, keeping in mind that in order to earn CEUs for a presentation, you must stay for its entire time.
ASHA Convention Short Courses (Ticketed)
Short courses require tickets and (please note!) sell out quickly. The fee for attendance is $60, and you can register for these courses on the Convention Registration Form. Several short courses (indicated by *) are sponsored by Special Interest Divisions, so if you are an affiliate of any Division you can purchase tickets to those courses for just $30. Audiologists will be particularly interested in the following short courses:
- SC04 Systematic Reviews & Clinical Practice: From Production to Application
- SC08* Educational Challenges of Children With Cochlear Implants
- SC11* [New] Faculty Boot Camp
- SC17* Facilitating Family Involvement in Assessment & Intervention During the First Year
- SC20 Speech Development for Children With Hearing Loss
- SC23 New Developments in Hearing Aid/FM Technology: A Guide for SLPs
Posters
We encourage everyone to attend this year's excellent poster presentations. Posters will be on display from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Hall F2 of the Convention Center. (See the Featured Question for CEU guidelines.) Here is a sampling of the offerings:
- Session Code 0133, Poster Board 375
Effects of Reverberation on Acceptable Noise Level in Adults
- Session Code 0134, Poster Board 376
Analysis of End-User Perceived Benefit With Bone-Anchored Cochlear Stimulator (BAHA)
- Session Code 0135, Poster Board 377
Wolfram Syndrome: The Rehabilitative Challenges of Dual Sensory Impairment
- Session Code 0137, Poster Board 379
Effects of Balance-Based Exercise on VEMPs in the Elderly
- Session Code 0148, Poster Board 390
Background Noise Levels and Reverberation Times in Old and New Elementary School Classrooms
- Session Code 0205, Poster Board 389
Emerging Clinical Practices in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
Download Handouts
Check to see if the sessions you are interested in attending have handouts; then print them and bring them with you to Convention. Short course handouts will be uploaded onto a CD/DVD that will be distributed during each short course.
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Registration, Travel, and Hotels
Register for Convention Online or By Mail or Fax
Please read the important details regarding registration. The early-bird registration deadline is October 3, 2008. Make sure you have your ASHA, NSSLHA, or Graduate Student membership number to receive the discount on fees.
View the Airline Information Web Page
Cost-saving options are available through Association Travel Concepts (ATC), ASHA's official travel agency.
Convention Housing is Now Open
You can make your housing reservations online, by phone at 800-974-9833, or by mail/fax after completing the housing reservation form [PDF].
Hostelling International Chicago
If you are interested in a less expensive housing option, Hostelling International Chicago may be perfect for you. Make your reservations early—the hostel will fill up fast.
ASHA's Roommate Forum
Need a roommate to help share costs with you? Chat with other members who are looking for a hotel room and/or roommate on ASHA's Roommate Forum.
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2008 Convention Schedule
Review the complete events schedule, and download and print the Audiology Schedule at a Glance [PDF].
Opening General Session
Read about the keynote speaker, Brigadier General Loree K. Sutton, Director, Department of Defense (DoD) Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Awards Ceremony
ASHA awards for excellence in our professions will be presented. The winner of this year's "Annie" award is Julie Andrews.
Lunchtime Sessions
These lunchtime sessions are opportunities for you to learn from members of ASHA's committees, boards, and councils about a variety of important topics.
Closing Party – The Field Museum
Join your colleagues for a memorable wrap-up event where you can say goodbye to friends as the convention draws to an end. This year, the closing party will be held at The Field Museum, Chicago's renowned natural history museum with views overlooking Lake Michigan and the downtown skyline.
Other Convention Events
- Pre-Convention Workshop, "Leadership Skills for Managing Professional Transitions," Wednesday, November 19, 1:00–5:30 p.m.: A workshop sponsored by Division 11, Administration and Supervision. Access a description [PDF] and registration form [PDF] online.
- Researcher–Academic Town Meeting, sponsored by Pearson, Wednesday, November 19: A meeting including a light dinner and feature presentations, followed by questions and answers, on "Perspectives on Teaching and Technology: Micro and Macro Applications." Seating is limited and is by invitation only to registered Convention attendees. Invitations will be e-mailed to academic and research faculty from academicaffairs@asha.org in mid October. RSVPs will be due by November 3, 2008.
- ASHA-PAC Wine Tasting, Wednesday, November 19 (ASHA members only): An event featuring six tasting stations in Chicago. Gold Circle Members will be honored. The cost is a $35 contribution to ASHA-PAC. Please contact Stefanie Reeves at pac@asha.org for more information and to RSVP.
- ASHA Membership Forums, Thursday, November 20, noon–1:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 22, 7:00–8:00 a.m.: Opportunities for ASHA members to speak to ASHA's Board of Directors. To sign up, send an e-mail to governance@asha.org by November 3, 2008, with the subject line "Request to Speak at Membership Forum." In the body of the e-mail, please include your full name, ASHA membership number, date selection, and the question you would like the Board to answer.
- 11th Annual New Investigator Roundtable, Thursday, November 20: A venue for individuals who are in the beginning stages of their academic–research careers to interact with more seasoned investigators through informal, roundtable discussions.
- 18th Annual NIDCD-Sponsored Research Symposium, "Neurobiological Determinants of Human Communication: Prematurity and Early Childhood," Friday, November 21: A day-long symposium that brings together distinguished researchers in the area of neurobiology. This event is open to all ASHA Convention registrants; there is no registration fee.
- Pathways to Research Funding Roundtable, Saturday, November 22: An opportunity for participants to discuss topics related to research funding with seasoned investigators in the field of communication sciences and disorders.
Graduate School Fair
The Graduate School Fair for doctoral programs will be held on Thursday, November 20, noon–4 p.m.
Career Fair
The Career Fair is always a major attraction—an excellent opportunity to bring organizations and individuals together.
Dynamic Learning Groups
New at ASHA! Through Dynamic Learning Groups, you'll have the opportunity to meet new contacts, connect with others who have shared professional interests, enhance your Convention learning experience and apply your new knowledge in your own professional setting. Space is limited to the first 100 professionals to pilot this new program.
Exhibitor Technology Presentations
Learn more about new technologies and earn CEUs at these free presentations.
Virtual Expo
Explore the exhibits and use the "My Expo" feature to map out your journey through the Exhibit Hall at McCormick Place West.
What You Need to Know
Find some helpful information for a rewarding experience at Convention.
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How are continuing education credits earned for poster sessions at Convention?
To claim a poster for credit, you must visit it during the 90-minute period listed in the program when the authors will be present. Each poster counts for 15 minutes of credit. You may claim up to 6 poster sessions in a 90-minute time period. You may claim credit for posters you visit between seminars and other instructional programs, provided the visit occurs during the 90-minute period when the author is present.
If you are a presenter, you may claim your own session for credit, receiving the same amount of credit as a participant (15 minutes, in the case of a poster). To earn ASHA CEUs for your preparation time, you may register for the ASHA Learn & Earn Preparing and Providing Instruction program. This program allows you to earn up to 1.0 ASHA CEUs (10 contact hours) to include both preparation and presentation time.
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Information for Students
NSSLHA Day at the 2008 ASHA Convention
Friday, November 21
Get a sneak peek at the schedule (events and times may change):
- NSSLHA Professional Development Series
- Graduate School Fair
- NSSLHA Luncheon and Awards Ceremony
- Battle of the Regions: NSSLHA Knowledge Bowl
- Résumé Review
Audiology/Hearing Science Research Travel Award (ARTA)
Congratulations to the following 12 individuals who have been selected to receive a travel award to attend this year's Audiology Convention at ASHA:
- Lauren Calandruccio, Northwestern University
- Daniel Fogerty, Indiana University
- Jaimie Gilbert, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Kristen Janky, University of Nebraska—Lincoln
- Ching-Ju Liu, University of Wisconsin—Madison
- Ian B. Mertes, University of Iowa
- Kristin E. Musser, Washington University in St. Louis
- Kerrie L. Nesbitt, Syracuse University
- Gayla Poling, Ohio State University
- Heather Porter, Vanderbilt University
- Jessica R. Sullivan, University of Texas at Dallas
- Heather Strader, Wayne State University
Students Preparing for Academic & Research Careers (SPARC) Award
Congratulations to Kyle Wilson, 1st year Audiology student at Syracuse University and winner of the 2008–2009 SPARC Award. Since 2004, the SPARC award has funded 49 students $1,500.00 each.
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ASHFoundation Celebrations
Looking for great ways to support and celebrate our next generation of audiologists and hearing related researchers? Don't miss the ASHFoundation's celebrations during the Chicago Convention!
Night in Chicago Fundraiser at the Chicago Cultural Center
Thursday, November 20, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
Be entertained, enlightened, and enriched as you join your friends and colleagues in supporting research and scholarship for the professions. E-mail pburke@asha.org to get your name on the invitation list.
Founders Breakfast
Friday, November 21, 6:45–8:30 a.m.
The ASHFoundation will place nearly half a million dollars in the hands of its 2008 award recipients. Donors at the Founders level ($100) and above will receive personal invitations and be recognized for their generosity. Become a Founder donor in time to receive your invitation.
Shopping Spree at The Oprah Store
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
(see Convention registration form [PDF] for exact times and to sign up)
Be one of the first to shop in this newly opened Oprah specialty store and support our field's students and researchers at the same time. Sign up quickly—space is limited!
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 ASHA Bookstore at Convention
Make the ASHA Bookstore (Booth 541) your first stop at Convention to see all of the new audiology programs and products. New professional development programs specifically for audiologists include:
Best of all, everything at the bookstore is 10% off and you will save on shipping on all orders over $50! (Offer valid on on-site purchases only and may not be combined with other offers. Tax or shipping not included in product prices.)
At the ASHA Bookstore Booth 541, remember to enter the My Favorite Things prize drawing [PDF]. Enter daily to win one of the exciting prizes!
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More News From ASHA
ASHA Audiology 2008: Cochlear Implants in Children and Adults
ASHA's annual online conference is being held October 10–27, 2008. Get the benefit of live interaction with leading researchers and clinicians in cochlear implants without leaving home! Register on or before October 1 for the early-bird rate! All other registrations must be received by Thursday, October 9.
Audiologists Must Obtain an NPI Number by October 1
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that audiologists will have until October 1, 2008, to obtain their National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Medicare provider number when billing from a physician's office. See Medicare Publication 100-04 on Medicare Claims Processing [PDF] and the ASHA Reimbursement Web page.
New ASHA Web Pages
Sail Into '09 - Renew Online!
Your 2009 dues renewal is easy when you go online to ASHA's Web site. Renew online through November 30, 2008, and receive a 20% discount on all ASHA Professional Development programs purchased through ASHA's online store by December 31, 2008. (Valid on online purchases only through December 31, 2008. Memberships renewed by phone and products ordered by phone, mail, e-mail, or fax are not eligible for 20% discount. Other exclusions may apply.) To renew now using your VISA or MasterCard, please visit ASHA's secure Web site, enter your eight digit ASHA number and last name, and press the login button.
Get Discovered! Sign Up for ProSearch—ASHA's Free Referral Service
Want to meet your patients' needs more effectively? ProSearch, ASHA's online directory of audiology and speech-language pathology programs, helps consumers find quality services from thousands of programs that employ ASHA certified SLPs and audiologists.
Survey on Interprofessional Professionalism Behaviors
The Consultant Group on Interprofessional Professionalism Measurement is conducting a survey representing ASHA and 7 other professional organizations. All audiologists and speech-language pathologists are invited to participate. If attending the 2008 ASHA Convention in Chicago, plan to attend Session 0231, a presentation scheduled for Saturday, November 22, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. entitled, "Collaborative Interprofessional Professionalism: What's All the Fuss?"
Love Golf?
There's an LPGA touring professional waiting to play with you at the ASHFoundation's 2009 Golf Benefit, January 17–18, 2009. Have fun and support advances in research and education in audiology all at the same time.
Maintain the ASHA CCC-A
Access information on maintenance intervals and the continuing education requirements for maintaining your certification in audiology (CCC-A).
Contact Audiology@asha.org
Get answers to your clinical, professional, or regulatory questions.
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Look for our next issue of Access Audiology in the next few months.
We hope you enjoyed this issue of Access Audiology. Comments and suggestions for future topics can be directed to AccessAudiology@asha.org.
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