LYDIA T. COLÓN
EDUCATION
Gallaudet University
Doctor of Audiology
Master of Science in Audiology
Washington, D.C.
2003-2007
Awarded: December 2005
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science; Cum Laude
Major: Communication Disorders
Minor: Spanish
Amherst, MA
1999-2003
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Boston, MA
Audiologist
July 2009 – February 2013
 Performed diagnostic testing on adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients using standard pure tone
audiometry, speech audiometry, immittance, and distortion product (DP-) and transient evoked (TE-)
otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) for both diagnostic and rehabilitative purposes. Testing was performed
in outpatient and inpatient settings.
 Conducted cochlear implant evaluations to determine candidacy for implantation. Completed initial
activations, follow-up programming, performance testing, and troubleshooting for Advanced Bionics,
Cochlear and Med-El devices.
 Provided hearing aid consultations, selections, fittings using speech mapping, counseling, follow up
troubleshooting and programming adjustments for patients of varying ages and level of need. Also
counseled patients regarding assistive listening devices including FM system technology.
 Evaluated patients via electrophysiological measures including auditory brainstem response (ABR)
testing as well as vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) testing.
 Proficient in Universal Hearing Screening protocols as well as with testing newborn children via
screening and threshold ABR tests.
 Performed hearing and facial nerve intraoperative monitoring for the Department of Neurosurgery at
Massachusetts General Hospital.
 Provided supervision and guidance to 4th year doctoral externs. Duties included offering assistance
with clinical decision making, report writing and professional development.
 Composed appropriate clinical reports and completed necessary paperwork regarding patient contact
appointments.
 Assisted in organizing catering orders for after work meetings and training sessions.
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX
Audiologist I
September 2007 – July 2013
 Evaluated adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients as well as offenders of the Texas Department of
Criminal Justice system using standard pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry, immittance, and
distortion product (DP-) and transient evoked (TE-) otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) for diagnostic and
rehabilitative purposes.
 Conducted newborn hearing screenings, initial outpatient follow-up screenings, and risk monitoring
follow-up screenings using automated auditory brainstem response (AABR) testing as well as transient
evoked otoacoustic emission (TEOAE) testing.
 Provided hearing aid consultations, selection, fittings using speech mapping, programming, counseling
on daily care and maintenance, follow up troubleshooting and adjustments for patients of varying ages
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and level of need. Also counseled patients regarding assistive listening devices, with emphasis on the
Specialized Telecommunications Assistance Program (STAP) for the state of Texas.
Competent in the policy and procedures for acquiring amplification through the Medicaid program,
Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) and Program for Amplification for the
Children of Texas (PACT).
Evaluated the vestibular function of pediatric, adult and geriatric patients using rotary chair (RC)
testing, videonystagmography (VNG), and electronystagmography (ENG).
Assisted the UTMB Cleft Palate Team with audiological support as well as became a contact resource
for the UTMB Center for Audiology and Speech Pathology to the team.
Acted as a public relations liaison promoting speech-language and hearing healthcare via community
events and hearing screenings. Additional duties included organizing team celebrations and events
within the department.
Composed appropriate clinical reports and completed necessary paperwork regarding patient contact
appointments.
Assisted in the preparation of facilities for Hurricane Ike as well as helped restore clinic services
through patient follow-up management and various clerical tasks.
Mayo Clinic
Scottsdale, AZ
Clinical Fellow, Audiology
July 2006 – July 2007
 Assessed adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients using standard pure tone audiometry, speech
audiometry, immittance, and distortion product otoacoustic emissions (DPOAEs) for diagnostic and
rehabilitative purposes.
 Conducted cochlear implant candidacy evaluations, intraoperative neural response telemetry, cochlear
implant activations, programming, speech testing, follow up adjustments and troubleshooting for
adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients.
 Provided hearing aid and FM system consultations, selection, fittings using real ear measurements,
programming, counseling on daily care and maintenance, follow up troubleshooting and adjustments
for patients of varying ages and level of need.
 Evaluated the vestibular function of adult and geriatric patients using computerized dynamic
posturography (CDP), rotary chair (RC) testing, vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (VEMP),
videonystagmography (VNG), and electronystagmography (ENG).
 Composed appropriate clinical reports and completed necessary paperwork regarding patient contact
appointments.
SPECIAL SKILLS
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Fluency in English, Spanish and American Sign Language
Computer skills include Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, NOAH, Soundwave, SCLIN, Custom
Sound, Maestro and internet research
Assistive Technology: Training in needs assessment and selection techniques.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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American Academy of Audiology (AAA)
 Candidate Member, 2003-2009
 National Convention Volunteer, 2004-2006
American Speech Language and Hearing Association
 Certification of Clinical Competency
 Member, 2007-Present
National Association of Future Doctors of Audiology (NAFDa)
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National Member, 2003-Present
Local Member, 2003-2006
 Past-President: Gallaudet University Chapter, 2004-2005
HONORS AND AWARDS
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Grant recipient of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services’ Pediatric Emphasis in
Audiology Program; Gallaudet University
Graduate President’s Scholar (GPA 3.85 and above); Gallaudet University
Handelsman-Hendrix Award for a record of achievement and service to Gallaudet's community,
compassion, integrity, leadership and warm-heartedness; Gallaudet University
Dean’s List (GPA 3.5 and above) 8 semesters; University of Massachusetts
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars; University of Massachusetts
Asian Latino African Native American International (ALANAI) Honor Society including the Golden
Eagle Plaque Award, University of Massachusetts
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/CONTINUING EDUCATION
American Academy of Audiology Annual Convention (Audiology NOW!)
Salt Lake City, UT, Spring 2004; Washington, DC, Spring 2005; Minneapolis, MN, Spring
2006; Denver, CO, Spring 2007; Dallas, TX, Spring 2007
Annual Mayo Clinic Audiology Videoteleconference
Scottsdale, AZ; Fall 2006; Galveston, TX Fall 2007
American Auditory Society Annual Meeting
Scottsdale, AZ; Spring 2007
Academy of Doctors of Audiology Annual Convention
Scottsdale, AZ; Fall 2006
National Association of Future Doctors of Audiology Annual Convention
Salt Lake City, Utah, Spring 2004; Washington, DC, Spring 2005; Minneapolis, MN, Spring
2006
Baha Hear the Difference: An Introductory Course for Hearing Healthcare Professionals
Bethesda, MD; Spring 2006
Breaking the Sound Barrier: Hands-On Phonak Wireless Update for Educational Audiologists
Bethesda, MD; Spring 2006
Gallaudet Summer Vestibular Workshop
Gallaudet University, Summer 2005
Listening to Learn: Cochlear Implants and the FM Connection
Baltimore, MD; Spring 2005
2nd Annual Vestibular Workshop
Gallaudet University; Summer 2004
Culture and Language Colloquium
Gallaudet University; Summer 2003
REFERENCES
Available upon request