Pediatric Audiology Conference: Applications of Evoked Potentials
Date and time
Location
Lied Learning and Technology Center on the Boys Town National Research Hospital East Medical Campus
425 North 30th Street
Omaha, NE 68131
Refund policy
Description
Pediatric Audiology Conference: Applications of Evoked Potentials
Learner Objectives
Upon completion of the conference, participants should be able to:
- Describe influences on DPOAE testing in the clinic
- Review current ABR protocols
- Describe steps in fitting amplification for pediatric patients
- Identify treatment options for patients with Auditory Neuropathy/Dys-synchrony Spectrum Disorder
- Utilize current technology to administer Auditory Brainstem Response testing for pediatric patients*
*this objective applies to those attending Saturday’s hands-on session
Continuing Education
Friday’s course is offered for 0.7 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area).
Saturday’s course is offered for 0.3 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area).
Instructional Personnel Disclosures
Speaker
Relevant Financial Relationship
Relevant Nonfinancial Relationship
Kendell Simms, Au.D.
None
None
Natalie Lenzen, Au.D.
None
None
Michael Gorga, Ph.D.
None
None
Ryan McCreery, Ph.D.
Grant funding from NIH-NIDCD
None
Brenda Hoover, M.A.
None
None
Jeffrey Simmons, M.A.
Member of advisory/review committee for Advanced Bionics
None
Boys Town National Research Hospital is approved by the American Academy of Audiology and this conference is pending approval for 0.7 CEUs (Friday) and 0.3 CEUs (Saturday) Tier 1 CEU.
Boys Town National Research Hospital is approved by the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services, Audiology and Hearing Instrument Specialist Board and conference for 10.0 CEU hours.
Conference Agenda
Friday, August 2, 2013
7:30 a.m. Participant Check-In
8:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks
Kendell Simms, Au.D. and Natalie Lenzen, Au.D.
8:15 a.m. Applications of Distortion Product Otoacoustic Emissions
Michael Gorga, Ph.D.
10:15 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. Advances in Auditory Brainstem Response Testing
Ryan McCreery, Ph.D.
12:30 p.m. Lunch (Lunch will be provided)
1:15 a.m. Integrating Electrophysiology results into the Pediatric Continuum of Care
Brenda Hoover, M.A.
2:45 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder
Jeffrey Simmons, M.A.
4:30 p.m. Closing Remarks, Participant Survey, and CEUs
Kendell Simms, Au.D. and Natalie Lenzen, Au.D.
5:00 p.m. Adjournment
Saturday, August 3, 2013
8:30 a.m. Participant Check-In
8:45 a.m. Pediatric Case Management
Kendell Simms, Au.D. and Natalie Lenzen, Au.D.
10:30a.m. Clinical ABR and OAE: Hands-On Workshop
Boys Town National Research Hospital Staff Audiologists
12:00 p.m. Closing Remarks, Participant Survey, and CEUs
Additional Information
Meeting Place: Lied Learning and Technology Center on the Boys Town National Research Hospital East Medical Campus, 425 N 30th St. Omaha, NE 68131.
Parking: Drive under the enclosed walkway ‘Boys Town Medical Campus’ (on the east side of 30th and Cass Streets) which connects Boys Town Hospital and the Lied Learning and Technology Center. Complimentary parking is available in lots immediately to the right or left.
Directions: For driving directions to Boys Town National Research Hospital and a parking map, please visit boystownhospital.org/locations
Lodging: Following are hotels that offer discounted room rate for Boys Town National Research Hospital
Doubletree Hotel, 1616 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68102. 402-346-7600 or toll free 1-866-204-9388
Element by Westin, 3523 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68131. 402-614-8080 or toll free 1-866-961-2998
Climate and Dress: Casual dress is encouraged for the entire meeting. Temperature in meeting rooms can fluctuate. Layered clothing is suggested.
Courtesy: For the concentration and comfort of our participants and presenters, we ask that cell phones and pagers be silenced during the conference. Breaks are provided for your communication convenience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
Boys Town National Research Hospital reserves the right to postpone or cancel the conference due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, Boys Town National Research Hospital will refund all registration fees less a $25 service fee, but is not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses to participants, including cancellation fees charged by airlines, hotels and/or travel agencies. In order to process refund for conference withdrawal, cancellations must be received via phone call to 402-498-6520 by Friday, July 26, 2012.