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Dr. Navid Shahnaz is an Associate Professor of Audiology at the University of British Columbia (UBC) since July 2002. He is certified by Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and has held leadership roles in national committees, including the Canadian Council of University Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders. His research focuses on advanced auditory diagnostics and vestibular system assessment.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Audiology, McGill University (2000)
- MSc. in Audiology, McGill University (1996)
Dr. Shahnaz's research spans multi-frequency tympanometry, wideband acoustic immittance, and vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (VEMP) to assess middle ear pathologies, hidden hearing loss, and balance disorders. His work bridges clinical applications with technological advancements in auditory diagnostics.
Hip recent publications highlight trends in vestibular rehabilitation using dynamic posturography and the role of wideband acoustic immittance in diagnosing hidden hearing loss and middle ear pathologies. These studies span clinical trials, normative data development, and cross-population comparisons in auditory and balance assessments.
Dr. Shahnaz's contributions include national committee service, education development for Indigenous communities, and advancing evidence-based practices in audiology. His work integrates clinical research with teaching, emphasizing accessibility and technological innovation in auditory diagnostics.
