Faces of Audiology
Paul Kreimer
Clinical Training Manager at Phonak US
Based at Phonak US in Warrenville, IL
Focus: Paul joined the Phonak team in 2009 as a clinical trainer. His duties include creating and editing educational content and providing in-person and online training in a variety of clinical and educational settings. Several times a year, Paul enjoys stepping into the limelight to perform national and regional main stage trainings as well as educational presentations to university students.
Tech nerd and passionate car singer
“I’ve always been a technical, hands-on person, and I also enjoy helping people. Audiology is the perfect marriage of both.”
When I was in college, I wanted to become an engineer. I’ve always been a bit of a tech nerd, and I love to fix things. However, I realized that engineering was too cold and too impersonal for my taste. I wanted a career where I could really interact with people on a more personal level. This is how I found my way into audiology which, for me, is the perfect blend of hands on technical work with an equal dose of personal interaction.
There is a much heavier clinical side to my position as a clinical trainer than people would think. About one fourth of my time, I sit down face-to-face with hearing care professionals, teaching them about a product, about how it works and how to use it. Another fourth of my time goes into main stage presentations, giving talks. The other half of what I do is sitting in an office with a hearing care professional and a patient who’s having a difficult challenge, the three of us working together to find a solution to that issue. I truly love this part of my work.
Music is very important to me. I have always played lots of music, whether it’s music from the 50s, current pop music or classical music. I connect different parts of my life to different songs: when I hear certain songs, it definitely takes me back to that time in my life. I am not a trained singer, but I am that kind of person who, when driving in the car, will sing out loud with the kids (even though sometimes they will just shake their heads because their dad is singing again). Music is such a wonderful gift in life, and I think everybody should be able to enjoy it regardless of whether they have a hearing loss or not. I love the thought that through my work, I can have a small part in making this happen.
Five minutes with Paul...
AudiologyOnline has talked to Paul about his daily job life, special moments in his career and his visions of the future of the industry.
Studies and publications (selection)
Networking NOAH in your office. by P. Kreimer
Phonak Faces of Audiology
Audiological excellence has always been an integral part of our DNA: We employ more than 1,000 audiologists worldwide, over the last 15 years, we have fit almost 2,000 subjects as part of our product validation process, and we typically work on around 60 studies a year.
But there is more to global audiology excellence than just numbers. It’s the people that ultimately make the difference.
We are proud of our global team of audiologists. They make sure that we not only develop innovative solutions, but – even more importantly – their main task is to ensure that these are translated into real-life user benefits. Their diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, know-how, dedication and passion are the driving force behind our solutions, training and support.
This is why we want to invite you to get to know the people behind the scenes. We proudly present: our Faces of Audiology!
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