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The ASHA Leader Online
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ASHA is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for more than 123,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists. The ASHA Leader (ISSN 1085-9586) is published every three weeks except monthly in June, July, August, and December.
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Clinical Ladders in Speech-Language Pathology
Clinical ladders are a valuable tool to provide incentives for advancement, financial rewards, and professional recognition. 
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The Biological Mechanisms of Hyperacusis: Animal Models Help Uncover Brain Basis for Disorder
New research shows that cochlear damage can induce changes in the neural response to sound within the central auditory system.*Audiology* 
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Audiologic Management of the Older Patient
A clinical protocol that works well for younger patients requires modifications of all steps in the fitting process to meet the needs of older patients. 
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Audiology in Brief: September 1, 2009
Disorder Co-occurrence; Long QT Syndrome in Children with Deafness; Improved Implant Outcomes 
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Bottom Line: Privacy Act Basics for Private Practitioners
If you are new to private practice or thinking about opening a private practice, consider these key provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. 
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New Century Brings Multicultural Growth at ASHA
With the turn of the new century, bilingualism was viewed as a strength and ASHA followed by infusing multiculturalism into its practice policy documents and professional development programs. 
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Mentoring Program Relieves Staffing Shortages
A mentoring program was transformed into one that would target staffing shortages, professional development, clinician retention, and excellence in service. 
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A Commitment to Members: Arlene Pietranton, PhD, CAE
At ASHA's helm for five years as executive director, Arlene Pietranton is passionate about the organization and finding new ways to serve members.
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Are Your Hearing Aid Fittings "On Target"?
Recent surveys show that verification and validation are underutilized and audiologists may not be taking advantage of tools to verify the gain and output of the hearing aid or document benefit to the patient. 
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House Committee Passes Student Loan Bill
A U.S. House committee passed a bill that will reorganize the entire student loan industry—and includes a provision that allows states and school districts to use federal funds to improve classroom acoustics. 
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