Ahmet Atas
Sessions
Audiology Education; What does General Audiologist Mean? Audiology Education; What does General Audiologist Mean?
Objective
This instructional course offers an easy way to arrive at an intuitive, yet scientifically correct understanding of otoacoustic emissions (OAE). It is well suited for professionals who want to have a basic understanding of OAE. No prior knowledge or experience is required.
Background
OAE are acoustical signals generated within the inner ear. Today, more than four decades after their first description, they are widely used diagnostic tool in audiology.
Methods
The anatomical, physiological and physical basis of OAE will be discussed. The principle and the diagnostic value of two most frequently used measurement methods (transiently evoked OAE or TEOAE and distorsion product OAE or DPOAE) will be shown.
Special feature
During this course, you will have the opportunity to try to listen to your own otoacoustic emissions. A word of caution though: unfortunately, as the levels of OAEs are very low, often only about 2/3 of the listeners are able to hear them.
Results
At the end of this course, you will know how, where and when OAE are generated. You will know the difference between TEOAE and DPOAE and have an understanding of their respective diagnostic values. With a little bit of luck, you will have head your own OAEs.
Helpful Listening Tools Mohammad Masri
Modern approaches to the pediatric amplification
Artıfıcıal intelligence in medicine and technological tools for neurosciences
Description
This session highlights the latest research and innovation in ear and hearing science, aligned with the mission of the Mirko Tos Ear & Hearing Research Center. We explore cutting-edge developments, ranging from molecular biomarkers for early diagnosis to minimally invasive surgical techniques. Key topics include novel auditory implants, tinnitus management strategies, and translational research on inner ear pathophysiology. By bringing together audiologists, surgeons, and basic scientists, we aim to accelerate the development of personalized therapies for complex auditory and vestibular disorders.
Outcome Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Identify emerging trends in middle ear surgery and hearing rehabilitation technologies.
Evaluate the clinical utility of new diagnostic biomarkers for sensorineural hearing loss and tinnitus.
Apply multidisciplinary, evidence-based strategies to improve patient outcomes in the management of chronic ear disease and vestibular dysfunction.
The Effect of Cochlear Implants on Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) continues to present major diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, despite decades of research. While most current guidelines focus on empirical treatments such as systemic or intratympanic steroids, recent advances in diagnostics have raised fundamental questions about overlooked causes—especially Perilymphatic Fistula (PLF).
This keynote lecture will introduce a paradigm shift in the way we understand and treat SSNHL, with a focus on the following key topics:
An overview of recent evidence from clinical trials involving steroids, antivirals, and regenerative therapies
The emerging role of biomarkers and imaging in identifying subgroups and predicting prognosis
Re-examining PLF as a real and often unrecognized etiology of SSNHL
Introduction of MiTT-PLF-S: a newly developed minimally invasive trans-tympanic PLF repair technique using fibrin glue, with clinical data and case outcomes
Notably, MiTT-PLF-S has shown hearing improvement even in patients beyond the traditional 28-day treatment window, suggesting its potential value for delayed cases
Discussion on how endotype-based approaches can enhance early intervention and precision treatment in SSNHL
Insights gained from over 1,500 cases of Cochlin-tomoprotein (CTP) testing, which has been officially Japanese FDA approved and reimbursed as a diagnostic tool in Japan. These nationwide results have helped shape current clinical strategies and deepen understanding of PLF-related hearing loss.