October 2009 - Posts

Waiting is Always the Hardest Part
October 29, 2009 9:30 AM by Skyler Perkins

My third externship is now only 4 months away, so time is really starting to wind down. As of yet, I still have absolutely no idea where I'm going to end up. I've discovered in recent years, that I am quite the "Type A" personality. And other than our Read More...

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The Problem with Self Programming
October 22, 2009 1:06 PM by Skyler Perkins

A very disturbing discussion was brought up at my clinical site this week. For all you AuDs specializing in hearing aids, listen up--you might want to hear this! At the risk of starting some controversy, I feel compelled to bring up this subject. It was Read More...

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Not So Small Talk
October 15, 2009 12:31 PM by Skyler Perkins

Our third-year class had the unique opportunity to attend an all-day vestibular workshop on our campus. Of course, I was pumped about this! Vestib happens to be right up my alley. The professor in charge of the event happened to know this little nugget Read More...

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A Welcomed Change in Plans
October 8, 2009 8:49 AM by Skyler Perkins

An announcement was made to our class this week, and it might change the start of my 3 rd -year externship. We were told that our comprehensive exams could be pushed back 2 months earlier, from May to March. How do I feel about this you may ask? I think Read More...

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The Eyes Have It
October 1, 2009 11:16 AM by Skyler Perkins

It's finally happened! I finally had a chance to see my first vestibular assessment. I had seen one in class, but this was my first true vestib assessment. For those who are not sure what in the world a vestibular assessment is or what it's for, let me Read More...

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