Jodi Baxter

Jodi Baxter is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science at The Ohio State University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She specializes in audiology, focusing on clinical care, teaching, and research in hearing technology and patient-centered approaches. Her work emphasizes understanding hearing loss and its impact on daily life, particularly in aging populations, musicians, and end-of-life communication contexts.

Education:

• Doctor of Audiology (AuD), The Ohio State University
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology, The Ohio State University

Research Interests:
Dr. Baxter’s expertise spans aging-related hearing challenges, audiologic care for musicians, hearing conservation, and tinnitus management. She advocates for evidence-based practices and shared decision-making in patient care, ensuring personalized solutions for auditory and balance disorders. Her commitment to compassionate care drives her to improve patients’ quality of life through advanced hearing technologies and holistic treatment strategies.

Teaching and Clinical Roles:
She teaches courses on Hearing Aids and Adult Hearing Disorders to Doctor of Audiology students and supervises graduate clinicians in clinical settings. Her passion for innovation and education is reflected in her continuous engagement with cutting-edge hearing technologies and collaborative learning environments.

Professional Engagement:
Dr. Baxter volunteers actively with the American Academy of Audiology, contributing to the field’s advancement. Her professional activities and publications are detailed in her Publications, Presentations, and Awards file.

Personal Interests:
Outside academia, she enjoys outdoor activities, traveling with her family, and reading.