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Megan Looney

Megan Looney

Megan is a seasoned writer, editor, and multi-certified fitness professional with 20+ years of expertise in digital media. Her work has appeared in respected outlets including the American Council on Exercise, Pacific San Diego Magazine, People, and Modern Luxury. She's combines her passion for health with a professional reverence for evidence-based content that empowers readers to make informed decisions. Outside of work, Megan can be found lifting weights, reading in a hammock, or catching a flight to her next destination.

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Ethical Standards in Audiology: What Patients Should Expect

The 3 key takeaways Audiologists follow formal ethical codes — they prioritize patient well-being, honesty,...

Clinical vs. Research Audiology: How Each Shapes Hearing Care

The 3 key takeaways: Clinical and research audiology work together — clinical audiologists treat patients,...

Audiology Licensure and Certification Requirements by State

The 3 key takeaways: Audiologists must be licensed by the state to legally practice —...

How audiology standards differ worldwide — and why it matters

The 3 key takeaways Audiology training and credentials vary significantly by country — there is...

What Evidence-Based Practice Means in Audiology — and Why it Matters For Your Care

The 3 key takeaways Evidence-based care combines research, expertise, and your preferences — not just...

The History of Audiology as a Medical Profession

The 3 key takeaways Audiology is a relatively young healthcare profession — that developed after World...

What Is Audiology? A Complete Guide to Hearing Healthcare

The 3 key takeaways Audiology goes beyond hearing tests — it focuses on diagnosing and...

Scope of Practice in Clinical Audiology: What Audiologists Are Trained to Diagnose and Evaluate

The 3 key takeaways An audiologist’s scope of practice covers more than hearing aids —...

Au.D. vs. Ph.D. in Audiology: Understanding the Difference

The 3 key takeaways Au.D. and Ph.D. degrees serve different roles — Au.D. audiologists provide...

How to Become an Audiologist: Education, Training, and Requirements

The 3 key takeaways Audiologists are highly trained clinicians — Becoming an audiologist typically requires...

Degrees of Hearing Loss: What Mild to Profound Really Means

Hearing loss is commonly described in degrees, ranging from mild to profound. These categories are...

Prescription vs. OTC hearing aids: key differences explained

Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids have changed how people access hearing care, offering a more direct...

Zocdoc Review: How to identify the hearing care you need (2026)

Finding the right help for hearing loss can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure where...

How Hearing Aids Work: A Comprehensive Guide

The 3 key takeaways Hearing aids amplify and process sound — using a microphone, processor,...