Audiologist Medical Doctor at Ā ausl Modena,Ā Italy
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Dr. Silvia Palma is an esteemed ENT medical doctor specializing in the implementation of newborn hearing screening at Ausl (Italian Public Health Agency) in Modena. She earned her PhD in Electrophysiology and Cell Biology of the Auditory System from the University of Ferrara and completed her training as an ENT specialist under the supervision of Prof. A.M. Meyer Zum Gottesberge at H. Heine University, DĆ¼sseldorf.
Silvia has made significant contributions to understanding hearing loss in children, particularly through her research on language development in those affected by congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) and the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on newborn auditory functions. She holds editorial positions in several prestigious journals and is an active member of the Emilia Romagna regional panel on hearing disabilities, the Italian ENT Society, and the Italian Audiological Society. Her work continues to shape advancements in pediatric audiology and hearing health.
Professional ProfileĀ
š Education
Silvia Palma obtained her PhD in Electrophysiology and Cell Biology of the Auditory System from the University of Ferrara. She trained as an ENT specialist and further developed her expertise under the guidance of Prof. A.M. Meyer Zum Gottesberge at H. Heine University, DĆ¼sseldorf.
š¢ Work Experience
Currently, Silvia serves as the responsible person for the implementation of newborn hearing screening in her county at Ausl (Italian Public Health Agency) Modena. Her work focuses on ensuring early detection of hearing impairments in infants.
š§¬ Skills
Silvia possesses advanced skills in electrophysiology, audiological assessment, and research methodologies related to hearing loss in children. Her collaborative approach enhances her research impact, particularly in understanding communication development in children with hearing impairments.
š Awards and Honors
She has received recognition for her contributions to audiology and pediatric health, although specific awards were not mentioned. Her editorial roles in various prestigious journals also highlight her standing in the field.
š Memberships
Silvia is a member of several professional organizations, including the Emilia Romagna regional panel on hearing disabilities, the Italian ENT Society, and the Italian Audiological Society, reflecting her commitment to advancing audiology.
š Teaching Experience
Although specific teaching experiences weren’t detailed, her collaboration with universities suggests a role in mentoring and education in her areas of expertise, particularly in audiology and communication development.
š¬ Research Focus
š PublilcationĀ
- Acute Onset of Peripheral Facial Nerve Palsy in Children: An Overview
- Communication Skills in Toddlers Exposed to Maternal SARS-CoV-2 during Pregnancy
- Unilateral Hearing Loss and Auditory Asymmetry in Mitochondrial Disease: A Scoping Review
- Vestibular Rehabilitation in Adults: An Overview
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Hearing Balance and Communication
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- Is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome a Neglected Cause of Nosebleeds?
- The Role of Fibrinogen, Homocysteine and Metabolic Syndromeās Alterations in Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SSHL): A Narrative Review
- Cochlear Implantation in Children with Additional Disabilities: A Systematic Review
- Italian Validation of the Hearing Handicap Inventory for Elderly – Screening Version (HHIE-S-It)
- The Effect of Alpha-Lipoic Acid in the Treatment of Chronic Subjective Tinnitus through the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory Scores
- The Audiological Follow-Up of Children with Symptomatic Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection: An Experience in Two Italian Centers