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CHRISTILA MERRIN STEPHEN

CHRISTILA MERRIN STEPHEN

Kuwait

Summary

Dynamic audiologist with extensive experience at Shifaa Hospital, specializing in comprehensive audiometric evaluations and customized hearing aid fittings. Proven ability to enhance patient communication through effective education and support. Skilled in advanced audiological testing and committed to fostering patient relationships, ensuring optimal hearing outcomes and satisfaction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Audiologist

Shifaa Hospital
Bangalore
04.2024 - 04.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive audiometric evaluations to diagnose hearing impairments, analyzing patient histories and symptoms.
  • Performed hearing screenings on newborns and infants for early detection of hearing impairment.
  • Recommended customized hearing aids based on individual patient needs and lifestyles.
  • Fitted and programmed hearing aids for optimal performance, ensuring alignment with patients' requirements.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use, care, and maintenance of hearing devices.
  • Provided ongoing follow-up care, adjusting devices as needed to enhance hearing ability.
  • Offered emotional support to patients experiencing hearing loss, addressing concerns about hearing aids.
  • Maintained detailed patient records, including diagnostic findings and treatment plans for future reference.

Intern

Rehear Speech and Hearing Clinic
Bangalore
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Conducted various assessments related to hearing and speech and language disorders.
  • Administered aural rehabilitation services to patients with hearing loss, enhancing communication abilities.
  • Provided therapy services to paediatric patients with speech and language disorders.
  • Performed audiological evaluations to diagnose and assess auditory function.
  • Conducted hearing aid trials and recommended devices tailored to individual patient needs.

Intern

Health Care Global Enterprises Ltd. Hospital (HCG)
Bangalore
03.2021 - 05.2021
  • Conducted assessment, management, and counselling of patients with head and neck cancer, providing pre-operative and post-operative support.
  • Delivered post-surgery rehabilitation services for patients with swallowing and voice disorders.
  • Conducted various audiological evaluations to diagnose and evaluate auditory function in diverse population.
  • Performed hearing screenings for newborns and infants to ensure early detection of hearing impairments.

Intern

Father Muller College of Speech and Hearing
Mangalore
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted various audiological evaluations to diagnose auditory function and hearing impairments using different test procedures such as Pure Tone Audiometry, Speech Audiometry, Tympanometry, Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE), and Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR).
  • Recommended and customized hearing aids based on individual patient needs.
  • Monitored patient progress through follow-up assessments.
  • Conducted various speech, language and swallowing assessments and rehabilitation services to patients with speech and language disorders, voice disorders, and dysphagia.
  • Given appropriate therapy to patients with speech and language disorders.

Education

Masters - Audiology

Dr. S.R. Chandrasekhar Institute of Speech and Hearing
Bangalore, India
01.2023

Bachelors - Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

Father Muller College of Speech and Hearing
Mangalore, India
01.2021

Skills

  • Audiology and clinical assessments
  • Diagnosis and management
  • Comprehensive audiometric testing
  • Pure-tone and speech audiometry
  • Tympanometry and SISI testing
  • Newborn hearing screenings
  • Otoacoustic emissions (OAE)
  • Auditory brainstem responses (ABR)
  • Vestibular testing
  • Cochlear implant programming and fitting
  • Hearing aid fine-tuning
  • Patient education on device maintenance
  • Communication skills
  • Diversity engagement
  • Adaptability and teamwork

Projects

  • Presented at the clinical conference on the topic 'Effect of keratosis on voice and management,' 2019
  • Completed a project on 'Idiom comprehension in adolescents, with and without reading habits,' 2021
  • Presented journal club on the topic 'Effects of intrauterine latent iron deficiency on auditory neural maturation in full-term newborns' in 2023
  • Completed a project titled 'Calibration, accuracy, and validation of Android-based hearing test applications (apps) in 2024

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam
  • Arabic
  • Tamil
  • Kannada

Professional Development

Participated in educational conferences, workshops, and training sessions focused on advanced audiological practices and patient care techniques

Languages

Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Arabic
Beginner
A1

Timeline

Audiologist

Shifaa Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2025

Intern

Rehear Speech and Hearing Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2021

Intern

Health Care Global Enterprises Ltd. Hospital (HCG)
03.2021 - 05.2021

Intern

Father Muller College of Speech and Hearing
10.2020 - 02.2021

Masters - Audiology

Dr. S.R. Chandrasekhar Institute of Speech and Hearing

Bachelors - Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

Father Muller College of Speech and Hearing

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