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Navigating Congenital Cytomegalovirus in Pediatric Audiology (Live Webinar) (PD102893L)
Live broadcast (one-time viewing only): June 6, 2024, 3:00–4:00 p.m. Eastern time
Last chance to sign up: June 6, 2024, Noon, Eastern time
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Description:
Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) infection ranks among the leading causes of hearing loss in children. This webinar will explore the characteristics of cCMV and how it affects hearing, cognition, and movement as well as strategies for clinical care, advocacy, and public health as it relates to cCMV.
Related Courses
This is one of three courses in the ASHA Audiology 2024: Pediatric Audiology webinar series. See all the courses in this series.
Learning
Outcomes
You will
be able to:
- Explain cCMV as a cause of hearing loss
- Describe how comorbidities associated with cCMV affect approaches to testing and hearing technology
- Advocate for universal screening for cCMV and public health education around prevention of CMV transmission
Contents
- cCMV as an etiology of hearing loss
- Testing and technology
- Comorbidities and accommodations
- Advocacy
- Q&A
Presenter Information
Derek Stiles, PhD, CCC-A (he/him/his) is the Director of the Center for Communication Enhancement at Boston Children's Hospital. He is a highly accomplished audiologist with a passion for pediatric diagnostics and clinical innovation. Dr. Stiles has dedicated his career to improving the lives of children with hearing differences. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Stiles is deeply involved in education, community service, and scholarly research. His extensive publication record, presentations at professional meetings, and contributions to clinical guidelines attest to his dedication to advancing the field of audiology. Dr. Stiles's unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for individuals with hearing differences has earned him recognition as a leader and innovator in pediatric audiology.
Financial Disclosures:
- Salaried employee at Boston Children's Hospital
- Financial compensation from ASHA for this presentation
Nonfinancial Disclosures:
- ASHA SIG 9 Coordinating Committee Member
- AAA Coding and Reimbursement Committee Member
Assessment Type
Self-assessment—Think about what you learned and report on the Completion Form how you will use your new knowledge.
To earn continuing education credit, you must complete and submit the learning assessment by June 8, 2024.
Program History and CE Information
Live
webinar: June 6, 2024
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Eastern time
This course is offered for 0.1 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).