Aarathy Devi M
Thiruvananthapuram, India,Kerala
Summary
Experienced audiology professional with expertise in diagnostic and rehabilitative services, hearing aid fittings, and auditory rehabilitation. Proficient in cochlear implants, aural impressions, and ear moulds, with a strong commitment to ethical responsibility and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in sound field calibration, healthcare collaboration, and hearing loss prevention education, complemented by exceptional communication abilities. Dedicated to advancing patient care through training, coaching, and innovative solutions for auditory health.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audiologist
Silent Knight Hearing aid Centre
Thiruvananthapuram , Kerala
04.2024 - Current
- Conduct audiological evaluations using pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions (OAEs).
- Diagnose conditions such as sensorineural, conductive, and mixed hearing loss, tinnitus, Meniere's disease, and auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD).
- Recommend and fit hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices.
- Program and fine-tune hearing aids (Signia) based on patient needs.
- Provide counseling and training on hearing aid usage and maintenance.
- Counsel patients and families about hearing loss, communication strategies, and coping mechanisms.
- Educate on noise-induced hearing loss prevention and hearing conservation strategies.
- Work alongside ENT specialists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Refer patients to medical professionals for further diagnosis or surgical intervention when necessary.
- Conduct hearing screening programs in schools, workplaces, and rural areas.
- Stay updated with advancements in audiology and contribute to research in hearing sciences.
- Maintain detailed case histories, audiometric test results, and treatment plans.
- Track and manage hearing aid stock, accessories, and assistive listening devices.
- Calibrate and maintain audiometric equipment as per standards.
- Train junior audiologists, interns, or support staff on administrative protocols.
Intern
Ganesan Hospital
Salem, Tamil Nadu
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Conduct audiological evaluations using pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions (OAEs).
- Diagnose conditions such as sensorineural, conductive, and mixed hearing loss, tinnitus, Meniere's disease, and auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD).
- Recommend and fit hearing aids, cochlear implants, and assistive listening devices.
- Counsel patients and families about hearing loss, communication strategies, and coping mechanisms.
- Work alongside ENT specialists, speech therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Refer patients to medical professionals for further diagnosis or surgical intervention when necessary.
Education
Internship - Deglutology and Swallowing Disorders
Amrita Institue of Medical Sciences
Kochi, Kerala 12.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelors - Audiology and Speech Language Pathology
Holy Cross College
Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu 07.2017 - 08.2021
Skills
- Diagnostic and rehabilitative services
- Hearing aid fittings
- Auditory rehabilitation
- Cochlear implants knowledge
- Aural impressions and ear moulds
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ethical responsibility
- Sound field calibration
- Healthcare collaboration
- Hearing loss prevention education
- Training and coaching
- Exceptional communication
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Tamil
Native
Workshops and Conferences
- National conference on assessment and management of voice disorders integrating theory and clinical practice
- National conference on assessment protocols for speech and language disorders integrating new protocol and existing best practises
- International workshop on restoring hope to children with special needs
- National conference on vestibular assessment and management
- Workshop on ear mould technology
- National Seminar on outcomes of cochlear implant
- ISHA con
- National workshop on listening training for individuals with hearing impairment
Certification
The Health and Care Professions Council
[ London, United Kingdom, 05/09/2024 – 31/07/2026 ]
Registered as a Hearing aid Dispenser
License No: HAD005714
Rehabilitation Council of India
[ New Delhi, India, 21/12/2023– 18/12/2028 ]
Registered as an Audiologist
License No: A95863
Projects and papers
- Vocal effectiveness in trained and untrained professional singers
- Employer’s perspective in employing individuals with hearing loss and employee’s expectations: Does it meet?
References
Mr R Sundaresan
Head Of the Department
Holy Cross College
Thirychirapalli, Tamil Nadu
India
Ph no: +91 9585500626
Email: sundaresanaslp@yahoo.com
Mr Thomas Alexander
Propreitor
Silent Knight Hearing Aid Centre
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
India
Ph no: +91 9895820198
Email: tomalex@hotmail.com
Timeline
Audiologist
Silent Knight Hearing aid Centre
04.2024 - Current
Intern
Ganesan Hospital
05.2023 - 04.2024
Internship - Deglutology and Swallowing Disorders
Amrita Institue of Medical Sciences
12.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelors - Audiology and Speech Language Pathology
Holy Cross College
07.2017 - 08.2021
The Health and Care Professions Council
[ London, United Kingdom, 05/09/2024 – 31/07/2026 ]
Registered as a Hearing aid Dispenser
License No: HAD005714
Rehabilitation Council of India
[ New Delhi, India, 21/12/2023– 18/12/2028 ]
Registered as an Audiologist
License No: A95863
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