Association of Medical Professionals with Hearing Losses

📢 Join the almost 1k people already registered! Upcoming Webinar: Clinical Accommodations in Nursing Education We invite you to join us for an insightful session on best practices for determining and implementing clinical accommodations in nursing education. This event will explore essential strategies to create a more inclusive environment for nursing students with disabilities. 🗓 November 20th, 2024 🕰 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST Moderator: Dr. Brigit Carter 🎤 Speakers: Lisa Meeks, PhD, MA Meeks Brandy Jackson Anne Lewis Lori Brodie, DNP, PhD Psy, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CNE With assistance from: Jessica Kench and Abby Parish Why Attend: ⭐ Gain practical insights from leading experts in the field ⭐ Learn about the latest advancements in accommodation practices ⭐ Engage with a community dedicated to fostering disability inclusion in nursing education Who Should Attend: 💫 Nursing Educators 💫 Disability Resource Professionals 💫 Academic Leaders Sponsored by: Docs With Disabilities Initiative (DWDI) - Access In Nursing Program Association on Higher Education And Disability (AHEAD) American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/eyKhDU-3 Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and commitment to inclusivity in nursing programs! #AccessInNursing #NursingEducation #ClinicalAccommodations #Inclusion

Happy World Kindness Day! 🌎💙 At AMPHL, we believe that kindness can be shown through simple acts, like ensuring accessible communication, respecting preferred accommodations, or simply being open to learning more about diverse experiences. Kindness is a bridge to better understanding and a more supportive healthcare environment for all. VD: The reel's theme is World Kindness Day. The top half of the graphic has a blue background with an image of various colored hands forming a heart, symbolizing unity and diversity. To the right of the hands, the text reads: "Kindness is the language that everyone understands." The bottom half of the graphic has a white background with the text: "Today, we celebrate the power of kindness to break down barriers and create inclusive spaces for everyone." Below this, in larger text, it says: "World Kindness Day" with "World" and "Day" in blue, and "Kindness" in orange.

Today is Veterans Day, a day to honor all those who served and the sacrifices they have made. Hearing loss and tinnitus is quite prevalent among veterans due to long-term loud explosions they encounter during service. In fact, according to the Veterans Benefits Administration compensation report from 2020, more than 1.3 million Veterans were receiving disability compensation for hearing loss, and more than 2.3 million received compensation for tinnitus. This Veterans Day, let’s acknowledge the importance of providing veterans with the support, accommodations, and understanding they deserve as they navigate life with hearing loss. ID: The post has a blue background. At the top, it says "Hearing Loss and Veterans" in white text, surrounded by small red, white, and blue stars. Below that, there is a green box with white text that reads, "Did you know that hearing loss and tinnitus are by far the most prevalent service-connected disability among Veterans?" At the bottom, there is a silhouette of several people saluting.

Delighted to see some AMPHL members presenting at 2axend ‘s Deaf and Hard of Hearing Experiences in Healthcare Summit!

Our Stethoscope Equity Project (SEP) has been doing well since we launched it earlier this year! Not sure what amplified/digital stethoscope works best for your hearing loss? Visit https://lnkd.in/eJRgHqrW to learn more on how we can help you decide. Have you used our SEP program? Please share below on how it helped you! If you have an old stethoscope, please consider donating it to our program and we also appreciate any monetary donations! ID: The post features a graphic of a stethoscope with the text "Stethoscope Equity Project" inside the chest piece. The main text reads, "Our Stethoscopes from our loaner program have been traveling around!" Below this, it states, "Our packages traveled 22,789 miles within the United States!" There is an image of a blue map of the United States next to this text. Further down, it says, "We shipped to 14 states, with California being the top state." There is an icon of a package with motion lines next to this text.

Imagine the impact if disability rights were up for a vote. From accessibility in healthcare to workplace accommodations to everyday life, there are still many barriers we need removed since the ADA only goes so far. What changes would you like to see on the ballot? ID: At the top, it says "2024 Election" in bold black letters. Below that, there is a graphic of a blue ballot box with a red top, featuring a checkmark inside a red square. The word "VOTE" is written on the front of the box in white letters. Below the graphic, there is a question in blue text: "If disability rights were on the ballot, what specific changes would you want to see?" Background is white

AMPHL's secretary, Jessica Williams, MD, was featured in an article posted by Psychiatric Times about insights regarding disability, in patients and clinicians, shared by speakers at the APA Annual Meeting. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gSP2Kbwb ID: The post shows has a blue background with a quote in white text. The quote reads: "If curricula on disability increases, the perspective and flexibility of clinicians increases, which may also lead to increased number of students with disabilities admitted to medical school." Below the quote, there is a smaller text in a white box that says: "Disability as the Next Step in DEI Explored at Annual Meeting."

October is Audiology Awareness Month! Let’s recognize the impact of deaf and hard-of-hearing audiologists who bring firsthand experience and empathy to their work. Tag your favorite DHH audiologist! Did you know that AMPHL's president is a deaf audiologist? VD: Reel consisting of 6 different posts on a white background featuring a blue box and are all animated. 1) The post reads: "October is... National Audiology Awareness Month." There is an orange icon of an ear with a sound wave next to it. There is also a green arrow pointing to the right at the bottom of the text. 2) The post is titled "What does an Audiologist do?" in large black text. Below the title, there is a blue box with text that reads: "Audiologists are health care professionals who diagnose, manage, and treat hearing, balance, or ear problems." 3) The post is titled "What are some tests they perform? in large black text. Below the title, there is a blue box with text that reads: "Basic hearing tests Ex: Audiograms and Bone conduction tests. Otoscopy: Visual examination of the eardrum and the passage of the outer ear. Tympanogram: A test that shows how well your middle ear is working" 4) The post is titled "What are some of the causes of hearing loss?" in large black text. Below the title, there is a blue box with text that reads: "Exposure to loud noises, Diseases/illnesses/infections, Genetics, Aging, Head injury" 5) The post is titled "3 Types of Types of Hearing Loss" in large black text. Below the title, there is a blue box with text that reads: "Conductive hearing loss: Damage to the outer or middle ear. Sensorineural hearing loss: Damage to the inner ear or hearing nerve. Mixed hearing loss: Combination of the two" 6) The post is titled "Why are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Audiologists valuable?" in large black text. Below the title, there is a blue box with text that reads: "They offer unique insight and empathy, having firsthand experience with hearing loss, which can make patients feel more supported and understood."

Speech-to-text glasses, such as the new Hearview captioned glasses you may have seen on your feed, offer exciting potential for deaf/HOH medical professionals by providing real-time captions while communicating with patients and staff. However, like many new technologies, they come with challenges. These glasses often rely on a stable Wi-Fi or cellular connection, a paired phone, sufficient battery life to function effectively, and, of course, there are the inaccuracies that can come with AI-powered captions. While they represent a step forward for accessibility, it’s important to consider these limitations as the technology continues to evolve. Have you tried them yet? Please let us know in the comments your experience! ID: The post features a blue background with graphic of black glasses with a small display on the lenses showing a speech bubble icon to indicate captioning. The text around the glasses reads: "AI Powered Speech-to-text glasses. What are your thoughts on the future of this kind of tool in healthcare?" #speechtotext #captionedglasses #accessibletechnology

In the meantime, here are a few tips on how to find a mentor: -Join our AMPHL Portal on Facebook: This private group is a great way to connect with other deaf/HOH medical professionals who may offer guidance and support. -Reach out to your network: Leverage your current connections—colleagues, classmates, or professional groups can help you find potential mentors. -Look into local or virtual mentoring programs: Many organizations offer mentoring opportunities, both in-person and online, that might align with your goals. -Consider peer mentoring: Sometimes a mentor doesn’t have to be a senior professional. Peer mentoring can also provide valuable insight and shared experiences. -Attend professional conferences or events: These gatherings are excellent opportunities to meet potential mentors who share your field and interests. -Use social media and online platforms: LinkedIn and other professional networks can help you identify and connect with mentors who align with your career goals. ID: The post shows has a white background and on the left side, there is a blue rectangle with the word "UPDATE" at the top and the word "Mentoring" partially visible below it, as if it is on a torn piece of paper. On the right side, the text reads: "AMPHL's Mentorship Program. We're taking some time to reevaluate our mentorship program. While the program is on hold, please check out some tips on how to find a mentor below. Thank you for your patience and support—stay tuned for updates!"