---
title: "Portraits of Private Practice, Part 4: Private Practice as an Instrument of Innovation, and Impact"
description: "ADA offers programming and support to audiologists and students who are or who desire to be autonomous practitioners in the field of Audiology."
url: "https://www.audiologist.org/resources/educate/audtonomy-archive/item/portraits-of-private-practice-part-4-private-practice-as-an-instrument-of-innovation-and-impact"
date: "2026-06-26T22:14:54+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
---

#  Portraits of Private Practice, Part 4: Private Practice as an Instrument of Innovation, and Impact

**Presentation Date:** 01 March 2025

**Duration:** 0:50:06

**Return to:** [AuDtonomy Archive](https://www.audiologist.org/audtonomy-archive)

Welcome to the first ever AuDTONOMY virtual symposium. This one-day event is packed with practical sessions covering everything you need to know, including:

- Pathways to private practice ownership
- Practical Insights from practice owners
- Preparation for future practice ownership

Whether you're a student, an early career professional, or just private practice curious, AuDtonomy is the perfect opportunity to explore a career in private practice.

---

**Speakers:** Jill Davis, Au.D.; Judy Huch, Au.D.; Emily McMahan, Au.D.

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