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Robert M. Traynor, EdD, MBA, FNAP, is an Adjunct Professor in the Osborne College of Audiology at Salus University. He holds an EdD and MA from the University of Northern Colorado, an MBA from the University of Phoenix, and postdoctoral studies from Northwestern University. His expertise spans forensic audiology, occupational hearing conservation, and audiology practice management. Traynor is a sought-after speaker, having delivered the 2023 Studebaker Lecture on forensic audiology at the University of Memphis. He has received prestigious awards including the Joel Wernick Award (2019) and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Colorado Academy of Audiology (2014). His research focuses on workplace hearing protection, legal aspects of audiology, and innovative practice strategies. Traynor has authored over 40 publications, including books on forensic audiology and strategic practice management.
Education:
- EdD, MA, BA - University of Northern Colorado
- MBA - University of Phoenix
- Postdoctoral Studies - Northwestern University
Research Interests: Traynor’s work bridges clinical audiology with legal and occupational health domains. He investigates hearing protection innovations for industrial workers, medico-legal implications of audiological assessments, and strategies to enhance audiology practices’ competitiveness. His recent studies emphasize 3D digital ear scanning’s forensic applications and the efficacy of custom hearing solutions in reducing workplace noise hazards.
Awards & Recognition:
- Joel Wernick Award (2019)
- Distinguished Fellow, National Academies of Practice (2017)
- Lifetime Achievement Award (2014)
Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Traynor’s mentorship is evident in collaborative publications with colleagues like Dr. G. Gordon. His work often addresses practical solutions for audiology practices, implicitly guiding industry standards.
Professional Activities: Traynor holds certifications in tinnitus management and auditory preceptorship from the American Academy of Audiology. He actively contributes to the Council of Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) and co-hosts the podcast Giants in Audiology.
