This article is a part of the March/April 2025, Volume 37, Number 2, Audiology Today issue. Barry A. Freeman (BAF): In the early years of audiology, practitioners depended on physician referrals and often relied on physicians to interpret audiological test results and recommend treatment because audiologists were unable to fit and dispense hearing aids. As audiology evolved into an autonomous profession, we gained recognition for our specialized knowledge and skills.
