Thomas Akshintala

Experience

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  Hearing Solutions India

  Aug 2014 - Jul 2015

  Clinical Audiologist

  • Identify, test, diagnose, and treat hearing, balance, and tinnitus abnormalities; interpret behavioral and objective test results.• Consult with patients about their hearing status and potential treatment or management needs.• Evaluate the suitability of individuals with hearing loss for cochlear implants and hearing aids, providing fitting, programming, and audiologic rehabilitation to ensure optimal outcomes.• Assess and treat adults and children with central auditory processing disorders.• Monitor speech-language, sign language use, and other communication functions for audiologic examinations and early detection of communication disorders.• Make ear imprints, supervise excessive cerumen removal, and conduct otoscopic inspections of the ear canals and eardrum.• Provide advice on selecting, fitting, and programming hearing aids. Show less

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  Sweekaar Academy of Rehabilitation Sciences

  Jul 2015 - Jul 2017

  Assistant Professor

  • Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.• Treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.• Provide training and education to family/caregivers and other professionals.• Work collaboratively with professionals from many other disciplines.Educate the public on the prevention of hearing loss, tinnitus, and falls• Consult about accessibility for persons with hearing loss in public and private buildings, programs, and services • Implement and/or coordinate community, school-based, or occupational hearing screening and conservation programs • Participate in the development of professional and technical standards • Demonstrate the value of audiologic services by measuring functional outcomes, consumer satisfaction, and effectiveness of treatment• Supervise audiology assistants who provide support functions to the practice of audiology Show less

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  Hope Children's Hospital - India

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2021

  Chief Audiologist and Speech Therapist

  • Assess, identify, screen for, and prevent issues related to language, speech, and swallowing.• Develop effective treatment programs through collaboration with patients, their families, doctors, and teachers.• Maintain detailed records of patient development and history.• Provide evidence-based interventions tailored to the age and learning needs of each child.• Deliver therapy procedures that are clinical in nature for children with disabilities, adapting service delivery models to various settings, including schools and hospitals.• Collaborate with teachers to manage communication issues, address educational impacts of speech and language delays, autism, and hearing loss.• Create educational materials, enhance classroom acoustics, and implement large-area amplification systems for hearing-impaired children. Show less

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  Olivia Speech and Audiology Clinic & Olivia Child Development Center

  Sept 2020 - now

  Founder and Director

  • Lead the Olivia Child Development Clinic, located in the heart of Himayetnagar, transforming it from a small speech therapy center into a comprehensive child development clinic.• Oversee the delivery of specialized services for language development and developmental disorders, establishing the clinic as a market leader in comprehensive treatment.• Implement and uphold core values of transparent education and active parental involvement in the treatment and therapy process.• Promote a transdisciplinary approach to child development, ensuring collaborative care across various specialties.• Manage audiological services, including hearing screening and fitting of hearing aids, alongside speech and language therapy. Show less

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  Olivia Speech And Audiology Clinic

  Aug 2021 - now

  Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist

  • Involve assessing and treating communication disorders across all age groups.• Evaluating and Recommending suitable assistive devices, like hearing aids, for individuals experiencing hearing impairment.• Providing tailored speech-language services and rehabilitation for those facing communication challenges.• Maintaining meticulous client records throughout entire treatment process, from initial evaluation to discharge.• Conducting diagnostic audiology assessments to evaluate patients' hearing abilities.• Performing ear mould impressions and making necessary modifications to ensure optimal fit and comfort.• Assisting patients in selecting appropriate hearing aids based on individual needs and preferences.• Providing orientation sessions to educate patients on use and maintenance of hearing aids.• Conducting electrical acoustic analysis of hearing aids to ensure proper functioning and effectiveness.• Administer audiometric testing to assess patients' hearing thresholds and aid in treatment planning.• Managing amplification processes to enhance patients' hearing experiences effectively.• Working within private practice setting, maintaining high standards of patient care and confidentiality. Show less

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  Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech & Hearing Disabilities (Divyangjan)

  Dec 2022 - Sept 2023

  Guest Lecturer

  • Deliver engaging and informative lectures on topics related to speech and hearing sciences, including audiology, speech-language pathology, and communication disorders.• Develop and update course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, presentations, and assignments, ensuring alignment with current research and industry standards.• Conduct practical demonstrations and supervise laboratory sessions, providing hands-on learning experiences for students.• Evaluate student performance through assessments, exams, and practical evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support their academic and professional growth.• Mentor and advise students on academic and career development, offering guidance on research projects, clinical practices, and professional opportunities.• Collaborate with faculty members to enhance curriculum development and ensure a cohesive learning experience across the program.• Stay current with advancements in the field by participating in professional development activities, attending conferences, and engaging in ongoing research.• Contribute to the institute’s research initiatives by participating in or leading research projects, publishing findings in reputable journals, and presenting at academic conferences.• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages active participation, critical thinking, and collaboration among students.• Engage with the broader academic and professional community through networking, partnerships, and outreach activities to promote the institute and its programs. Show less