Hatice Seyra ERBEK
Prof. Dr. Hatice Seyra Erbek is a distinguished Turkish otolaryngologist and academic, currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences at Lokman Hekim University, Faculty of Medicine, in Ankara. She holds a medical degree from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine (1986–1992) and has extensive experience in the field of otolaryngology.
With a publication record of 48 journal articles indexed in SCI, her research interests encompass clinical medicine, particularly in the areas of audiology and vestibular disorders.
In addition to her academic role, Prof. Dr. Erbek is affiliated with Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital in Ankara, where she provides clinical services in the field of otolaryngology.
For more information on her academic and clinical work, you can visit her profile on the Lokman Hekim University AVESİS portal: avesis.lokmanhekim.edu.tr
Sessions
Bone conduction hearing aids have become important in improving hearing of many patients, especially since the introduction of new transcutaneous active hearing aids. Basic research has used latest technology to better understand bone conduction. It has laid the ground to develop further bone conduction hearing aids. The lecture intends to present the learnings from basic research to clinical applications.
Evaluating hearing aids with the help of current scientific data. What are the aims of hearing aids today compared to the past? What can we achieve differently today? What have artificial intelligence and OTC added to the field?
Climate Change, Migration, and Hearing Healthcare: Challenges in Access and Device Continuity Across Borders
Making listening safe Over one billion people are at risk of hearing damage due to unsafe recreational listening practices. To combat these risks WHO created the Make Listening Safe initiative in 2015.
Understanding the impact of hearing aid use on vestibular function helps clarify potential consequences on balance performance, fall risk, and activities of daily living. Therefore, the positive effects of auditory amplification, auditory gain, and balance and quality of life should be considered holistically.