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Unlocking the Power of Tele-Audiology: Key Takeaways for Practitioners

Unlocking the Power of Tele-Audiology: Key Takeaways for Practitioners

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the delivery of healthcare services globally, highlighting the urgent need for innovative models such as tele-audiology. A recent study, "In pursuit of increasing the application of tele-audiology in South Africa: COVID-19 puts on the alert for patient site facilitator training," provides crucial insights into the training of Patient Site Facilitators (PSFs) and offers valuable recommendations for improving tele-audiology services. Here, we delve into the study's findings and discuss how practitioners can enhance their skills and service delivery through data-driven strategies.

Key Findings from the Study

The study identified four main themes related to PSF training:

Recommendations for Practitioners

Based on the study's findings, here are some actionable recommendations for practitioners:

Tele-audiology presents a promising solution for addressing the challenges of ear and hearing care, particularly in resource-constrained settings. By implementing these recommendations, practitioners can improve service delivery, enhance patient outcomes, and ensure the sustainability of tele-audiology programs.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: In pursuit of increasing the application of tele-audiology in South Africa: COVID-19 puts on the alert for patient site facilitator training.


Citation: Khoza-Shangase, K. (2022). In pursuit of increasing the application of tele-audiology in South Africa: COVID-19 puts on the alert for patient site facilitator training. South African Journal of Communication Disorders, 69(2), 900. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajcd.v69i2.900
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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