Dr. Anne McIntosh
Guest Author
Dr. Anne McIntosh leads Safe’N’Clear as its President and CEO, introducing The Communicator™, the first FDA-approved transparent surgical mask, enhancing communication for the deaf and hard of hearing. With a strong academic foundation in communication sciences, her work emphasizes the importance of clear and safe interactions in healthcare. Dr. McIntosh also engages in advocacy and education, furthering discussions on accessibility and inclusion.
The 2023 survey summarizes audiologists' mask usage during the pandemic, highlighting the communication challenges with masks, the perceived value...