The 5-step plan is an evidence- based model of best practice in adult hearing rehabilitation. Developed by a team of experts from Australia, the US and the UK, led by Barbra Timmer and reviewed in Audiology Now Issue 92, AudA is thrilled to offer members the opportunity to explore how to implement this service delivery model into daily clinical practice. The stream offers a deep dive into all the elements of the 5-step plan with case studies and group discussions, together with a focus on the counselling models outlined in Step 5. 

Dr Barbra Timmer

Barbra is a Lecturer in Audiology (Teaching & Research) at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland and Senior Scientist at Sonova AG. Her research interests include the real-world challenges and audiological outcomes for adults with hearing impairment, the implementation of family-centred care in audiological practice, social-emotional well-being for adults with hearing loss, and utilising mHealth approaches to improve audiology outcomes. Prior to starting her academic career, Barbra worked in clinical audiology in Australia and The Netherlands and gained hearing care industry experience in Switzerland. She aims to build a stronger bridge between research and clinical practice and as President of Audiology Australia, Barbra regularly contributes advice to shape the profession as well as government and health policy. 

Stream Presenters

Industry Support

Sonova & Audika

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