Victor Bray

Victor Bray, MSC, PhD, FNAP is a Professor at the Osborne College of Audiology within Salus University's Elkins Park Campus. He holds academic appointments in audiology with Drexel University integration. His professional roles include serving as Immediate Past-president of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), President of the Audiology Academy of the National Academies of Practice (NAP), and leadership in organizations like ASHA and AAA.

Education:

• PhD in Speech & Hearing Science from University of Texas at Austin
• MSC in Audiology from Auburn University
• BS in Biochemistry from University of Georgia

Research Focus: Dr. Bray investigates hearing assistance technologies, comorbidities of hearing and balance disorders, and audiology's evolving role in healthcare systems. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary care, audiology workforce dynamics, and evidence-based practices in hearing aid technology.

Professional Recognition:

• Salus University Presidential Medal of Honor (2020)
• ADA David Goldstein Outstanding Audiologist Award (2016)
• NAP Distinguished Public Policy Fellow (2014)
• UT Austin Outstanding Alumnus (2011)

Advocacy & Grants: His advocacy efforts focus on audiology's professional standing and educational standards. He co-authored policy-relevant publications on workforce benchmarks and Au.D. program outcomes. No specific grant details were explicitly listed in provided texts.

Labs & Teams: Collaborates with institutions like Hamilton CapTel on patient engagement strategies and cochlear implant research. Active in interprofessional initiatives linking audiology to diabetes care and chronic disease management.