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Clinical
The Audiology Externship consists of comprehensive clinical training
to ensure that the program meets your training goals. During this
training, you will have the opportunity to rotate through all of
the division's clinical areas, including:
- Diagnostics
- Cochlear implants
- Vestibular/balance
- Hearing aid program
- Newborn hearing screening
You will gain experience in the many facets of an active audiology
practice. Close and positive relationships with otorhinolaryngologists
offer a unique learning environment.
As an extern at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, you will have the opportunity
to complete projects directed by Ph.D. audiology
staff members.
Practice Management
During this time, you will acquire a thorough understanding of departmental
philosophy and mission, and skills to identify and solve practice
problems using policy development. You will learn the elements of
performance improvement and participate in the process through departmental
initiatives especially as they relate to patient safety.
Didactic
You will have the opportunity to participate in a monthly teleconference
with audiologists from Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville and Scottsdale as research and
clinical cases are presented.
In addition, a monthly in-house clinical issues conference allows
further education and integration. You will also attend monthly
division meetings to discuss current issues relating to the Rochester
audiology practice.
Grading or Evaluation
Mayo School of Health Sciences uses evaluative tools that
include:
- Written examination
- Demonstration of skills
- Self-assessment exercises
- Faculty reviews
Our system of evaluation provides students and faculty with a comprehensive
look at individual performance, allowing students who are experiencing
academic difficulty to be directed to appropriate support resources,
including tutoring programs and counseling opportunities.
Curriculum Enhancements
Mayo School of Health Sciences is committed to developing and maintaining the very best education programs. Changes may be made to the curriculum and other aspects of this program as necessary to assure the highest-quality training.
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