Clinical Audiology: An Introduction, Third Edition

Brad A. Stach · Virginia Ramachandran

Mar 2021 · Plural Publishing

About this ebook

The third edition of Clinical Audiology: An Introduction provides a comprehensive enhancement of all the introductory material available in previous editions of this stimulating textbook. Students can gain an understanding of the scope of the field of audiology and feel prepared to dive deeper into the subject as they progress through their courses. This essential book, now with even more exciting content and features, focuses on the clinical nature of audiology to familiarize students with the many challenging questions encountered by an audiologist. This textbook is intended primarily for beginning-level students in the fields of audiology and speech-language pathology. It is intended for the first major courses in audiology, whether it be at the undergraduate or graduate level. Whether your goal is to pursue a career as an audiologist or a speech-language pathologist, Clinical Audiology: An Introduction, Third Edition is the most comprehensive, accessible book available to provide you with the clinical understanding to advance in your chosen field.

New to the Third Edition:

* New coauthor: Virginia Ramachandran, MSW, AuD, PhD

* Two new chapters on implantable hearing technology and hearing assistive and connectivity technologies

* Updated descriptions of hearing disorders and their causes

* Expanded focus on diagnostic approach strategies

* Expanded audiological treatment section

* Updated hearing aid technology and verification approaches

* An introduction to vestibular system assessment

Key Features:

* Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter preview the concepts to be discussed.

* End of chapter discussion questions aid students in applying concepts.

* End of chapter summaries outline the key points from the chapter improve retention

* Margin notes provide key terms and definitions.

* Clinical notes describe particular techniques students might consider using

* Comprehensive glossary and index

Ratings and reviews

excellent

About the author

Brad A. Stach, PhD, is director of the Division of Audiology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, of the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He also serves as a faculty member and oversees the clinical education component of the AuD program at Wayne State University Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Dr. Stach is the author of a number of scientific articles, books, and book chapters and is the Audiology Editor-in-Chief for Plural Publishing. He is a founding board member of the American Academy of Audiology and has served as its President and the Chair of its Foundation's Board of Trustees.

Virginia Ramachandran, MSW, AuD, PhD, is an education and training specialist at Oticon, Inc. She also serves as an adjunct instructor at Wayne State University and Western Michigan University. Her professional leadership services have included serving on the executive board of the American Academy of Audiology, serving on the board of directors of the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education, and serving as president of the Michigan Academy of Audiology. Dr. Ramachandran is coauthor of the Basic Audiometry Learning Manual, Second Edition, Professional Communication in Audiology, and Clinical Audiology: An Introduction, Third Edition from Plural Publishing.