Beyond Hearing

16/12/2025

Hearing challenges don’t just affect hearing—they impact the dynamics of communication and everyday interactions for both parties: you and your communication partner.

The good news? There are many strategies that can help. Hearing devices are one tool — learning to advocate for yourself is another, and both matter.

Support, understanding, and the right tools can make a real difference.

You deserve to stay connected to what matters most. 💛💚

This article from The Hearing Journal discusses the topic and offers the writer's perspective as a hearing device user. The article argues that hearing care must shift away from concealment-driven marketing toward empowerment, informed choice, and holistic support. Visibility should be determined by the wearer, not by societal discomfort. Normalising hearing aids, in all their forms, is essential to improving uptake, outcomes, and quality of life for people with hearing loss.

Hope you enjoy as I did.

https://t.co/AX071QPtsU

https://journals.lww.com/thehearingjournal/fulltext/2025/12000/hearing_aids_aren_t_invisible_and_they_shouldn_t.2.aspx?context=featuredarticles&collectionid=2&utm_post_ID=a462f3fb-9574-408b-986d-278b09034020&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=hearingjournal

Scherbichler, Carmen BA. Hearing Aids Aren’t Invisible, and They Shouldn’t Be. The Hearing Journal 78(12):p 4-6, December 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/01.HJ.0001175640.21896.da

Hearing challenges don’t just affect hearing—they impact the dynamics of communication and everyday interactions for both parties: you and your communication partner.The good news? There are many strategies that can help. Hearing devices are one tool — learning to advocate for yourself is anot...

11/12/2025

2025 brought growth, learning, and so much to be grateful for. Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey—our clients, suppliers, collaborators, and affiliates.

2026 is already shaping up to be an exciting year, with much to look forward to.

We are fully booked for the rest of 2025.
Next appointments are available from 5 January 2026.

Our clinic will be closed from 20 December to 2 January 2026.

Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday Season.

Love,
Beyond Hearing

02/12/2025

02/12/2025

Microsuction = Clean ears ✨👂

14/11/2025

💛 Learning & Connection in Perth!

I’ve just participated in the ACAud CPD Day in Perth, and what an inspiring event it was! These days always remind me how much passion and innovation there is in our audiology community — and how important it is to keep learning together.

We kicked off with the ACAud Member Forum led by our newly elected Board Chair, Kyle Dicieri, followed by a full day of diverse and thought-provoking sessions, including:

🔊 Understanding & Optimising Noise Reduction Technologies – with Lisa McBride (GN Hearing)
🧠 Hearing Loss and the Ageing Journey: Why Cognitive, Mental & Social Health Matter – with Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Dona M. P. Jayakody, PhD
👂 Natus Sensory Service & New Technology – exciting updates in diagnostic tools
🌿 Clayteisha’s Story – shared by Dr Julie Owen, Aboriginal Education, Health & Cultural Advisor
💡 HearChoice: A Digital Decision Tool for Better, Faster Outcomes – with A/Prof Melanie Ferguson & Audiologist Kathryn Penno

…and so much more throughout the day.

What I enjoyed most (as always!) was the chance to network, share experiences, and (re)connect with colleagues from across the country. These conversations are just as valuable as the lectures — they keep us grounded, inspired, and reminded that we’re all working toward the same goal: better hearing care for our communities.

Feeling grateful, and already looking forward to the next one! 👂✨💚

13/11/2025

👂✨ Learning Never Stops!
Live Surgery at St Vincents Hospital

I had the privilege once again to participate in the Live Surgery Seminar for Audiologists at St Vincent’s Hospital, Australia’s leading centre for otology, neuro-otology, and skull base surgery.

The day featured live surgeries including cochlear implantation, exostectomy, and tympanoplasty, alongside insightful lectures and case discussions led by some of Australia’s top specialists:
👨‍⚕️ Prof Nigel Biggs
👨‍⚕️ Dr Phillip Chang
👨‍⚕️ Dr Sean Flanagan
👨‍⚕️ Dr Timothy Matthew

These specialists bring incredible expertise in acoustic neuroma, cochlear and implantable hearing devices, skull base and middle ear surgery, cholesteatoma, and chronic conditions like exostoses, Ménière’s disease, and vertigo. Challenges frequently experienced and discussed.

It’s inspiring to see the collaboration between surgeons and audiologists in advancing hearing care to improve our patients outcomes. 👂💚

Every time I attend, I walk away feeling proud to be part of this profession. 💛💚

26/10/2025

What an incredible two days in the Sunshine Coast! 🎓👂✨
Thank you to IAA - Independent Audiology Australia

Last week, we took part in an intense 2-day program packed with lectures and workshops covering a huge scope of audiology — from the latest research and diagnostics to implantable devices, leadership, and clinical care.

The sessions covered so much ground:
🔹 Leadership in audiology
🔹 Listening difficulty and sound sensitivities
🔹 Genetic testing and future directions
🔹 Otoacoustic emissions and vestibular testing
🔹 Hearing technology and implantable devices (including CI and SSD masterclass)
🔹 Clinical management of APD
🔹 Cerumen management new techniques and instrumentation
🔹 ENT panel discussions
🔹 Audiology care for musicians — and more!

A huge thank you to the incredible organisers, committee, presenters and researchers who shared their expertise — including Julie Watts, Pof Harvey Dillon, Dr Mini Gupta, Prof Antonio Lopez-Escamez, Dr Signe Steers, Dr Ian O'Brien, Dr Tegan Keogh, Grant Collins and many others who shared their knowledge and passion for excellence in hearing health science and care.

06/10/2025

New Blog Post https://wix.to/vesaZ7H
🌸 Spring has arrived — and so has our latest Beyond Hearing Newsletter! 🌼

This season’s edition is full of updates, helpful hearing tips, and insights from the Beyond Hearing team. We’re excited to share what’s new in the clinic and how we’re continuing to support your hearing health with independent, client-focused care.

Enjoy the read, and see what’s blooming this spring! ☕🌷

Spring has arrived — and so has our latest Beyond Hearing Newsletter!

06/10/2025

🌸 Spring has arrived — and so has our latest Beyond Hearing Newsletter! 🌼

This season’s edition is full of updates, helpful hearing tips, and insights from Beyond Hearing. We’re excited to share what’s new in the clinic and how we’re continuing to support your hearing health with independent, client-focused care.

Enjoy the read, and see what’s blooming this spring! ☕🌷

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31/08/2025

✨ Just returned from my holidays to find this waiting for me!
I’m so proud of the IAA team and all its members — it’s a privilege to be part of such a dedicated and inspiring community. 🤩😍