ADA Awards
The David Goldstein Award
The David Goldstein Award recognizes the accomplishments of an audiologist who has made significant contributions to the profession by promoting the transformation of audiology to a doctoral profession with the Au.D. as its distinctive designator. The award also holds as core values the importance of setting an example for future audiologists as well as excellence in providing quality patient care.
The award, first presented by the Audiology Foundation of America (AFA) in 2005 honors Dr. David Goldstein, founding chair of the AFA, for his devotion to the improvement of education for future audiologists and the promotion of the Au.D. degree. Dr. Goldstein is professor emeritus, audiology, at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. ADA is pleased to continue this important tradition.
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The Joel Wernick Award
The Joel Wernick Award is presented in recognition of an outstanding educational contribution within the profession of audiology or hearing science. Eligibility for the Joel Wernick Award is open to all individuals and institutions/organizations.
First presented in 1989, this award honors Joel Wernick, Ph.D., who was an active supporter of the Academy from its inception in 1977, until his death in 1988 at the age of 48 years. Dr. Wernick was a prominent scientist, teacher, author and industry executive that exemplified service through his commitment to dispenser education and his willingness to share his own knowledge for the benefit of his peers and the profession. A beloved figure within the audiology profession, his life was a shining example of excellence that combined rich personal and professional interests and good humor.
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