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Samantha Terzis CI/CT
SERVING THE DEAF/HARD OF HEARING
IN THE MEDICAL FIELD
"Is there truly a need?"
YES!
10% of the country has some type of hearing loss and 3.6% of the population of the U.S. has a significant hearing loss inhibiting communication and identifies themselves Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
"Are sign language interpreters necessary when interacting with deaf patients?"
Millions of Deaf people use sign language to communicate. ASL is the third most commonly used language in the U.S. You will find individuals who rely heavily on ASL while others prefer alternative methods for communication.
"I have no idea how to provide services to individuals with hearing loss."
Whether you are looking to provide effective communication for patients or for students with hearing loss, this website can help!
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