Event. Interacoustics Academy Pediatric Audiology Masterclass

The Interacoustics Academy Pediatric Audiology Masterclass is a 3 day in-person course designed to deliver theoretical and hands-on training for pediatric assessment and management beyond the newborn stage. We are delighted to be able to host this course at the Ron Perlt Learning Centre, Interacoustics USA.

Covering behavioural assessment including visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA), play audiometry and speech testing, middle ear function testing and otoacoustic emissions, as well as aided cortical testing and hearing aid fitting and management, this course will equip delegates with the knowledge and skills to perform accurate hearing assessments in the pediatric population. This course will focus on the latest innovations and evolutions in pediatric audiology in 2025. Case studies, demonstrations and practical sessions will be used to familiarise delegates with state-of-the-art equipment, best practices in testing technique, results interpretation and the management of straight forward and complex scenarios.

Target participants: Audiologists, otolaryngologists, audiovestibular physicians and any other healthcare professionals seeking to develop or enhance their pediatric audiology skills and knowledge.

Prerequisite knowledge: This course assumes a general understanding of pediatric audiology and is ideal for clinicians with existing experience working within pediatric audiology who are seeking a refresher or update to their clinical practice.

Date: June 24th - 26th 2025

3-day Course Fee: $600 (includes lunch)

Speakers:

Gabrielle R. Merchant, Au.D., PhD., CCC-A
Director of the Translational Auditory Physiology and Perception Laboratory at Boys Town National Research Hospital

Dr. Merchant is a hearing scientist and audiologist with interdisciplinary training in audiology, engineering, psychoacoustics, biology, and auditory neuroscience. She earned her BA from Smith College (2009), her Ph.D. from the Harvard-MIT Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology Program (2014), and her Au.D. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2018).

Amanda Goodhew, MSc
International Clinical Trainer, Interacoustics, AS

Ms. Goodhew holds a master's degree in Audiology from the University of Southampton, Southampton, England. She has extensive experience holding senior audiologist positions in numerous NHS (National Health Service) hospitals and clinics, where her primary focus has been pediatric audiology. Her specific areas of interest are electrophysiology, neonatal diagnostics and amplification, and the assessment and rehabilitation of patients with complex needs.

Ashley Huqhes, Au.D.
Clinical Applications Specialist, Diagnostic Equipment, Interacoustics US

Dr. Hughes earned her doctorate of audiology from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2014. She has worked clinically and as a research audiologist for a hearing aid manufacturer. She has served as an invited speaker at state and national conferences and is an author of multiple published articles and posters.

Han Nguyen, Au.D.
Clinical Specialist Electrophysiology and Vestibular Applications, Interacoustics US

Dr. Nguyen received her clinical doctorate in audiology from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI. Her clinical experience ranges from pediatrics in a hospital setting to adult diagnostics and vestibular assessment at a subspecialty ENT.