In March, the lab relocated to a new larger, facility in the Elizabeth McMaster Building. Dr. Hamid Daya from England arrives July 1st to begin his research year. Dr. Per Djupesland has completed his work and has now returned to Norway. Ms. Karen Gordon continues work on a Ph.D. under the mentorship of Dr. Bob Harrison. The year was marked by involvement and accomplishment at the level of Hospital programs and in contributions to Hospital issues management and community interactions.
Patient service includes primary, secondary and tertiary care.
The Department also has special expertise in the difficult diagnosis. Dr. Philip Cole, former research director, remains in an emeritus role and continues to provide excellent guidance as always. The Communication Disorders program advanced in both elements. The Otologic Function Unit under Krista Riko and with Dr. Martyn Hyde continued new directions and collaborations in clinical services, applied research and teaching. Major thrusts are in the areas of adult audiological rehabilitation, early identification of hearing-impaired infants and children and advanced otoneurologic assessment.