Long-lasting relief
from tinnitus is possible.
If you’re ready to get relief from tinnitus, join renowned tinnitus experts in this special online event, February 8-9, 2023.
Long-lasting relief
from
tinnitus is possible.
If you’re ready to get relief from tinnitus, join renowned tinnitus experts in this special online event.
What Is The Tinnitus Relief Summit?
During this live two day event, we have teamed up with audiologists and tinnitus experts around the world to present a comprehensive portfolio of tips and tricks to help manage tinnitus. Each presenter will focus on a specific area of tinnitus, covering everything that one could possibly need to know.
The Summit is hosted by Treble Health, a telehealth company focused on providing tinnitus care to thousands of Americans. Reducing the impact of tinnitus is our top priority, and for this year’s Tinnitus Relief Summit, we’ve decided to bring together the world’s biggest names to give you a well-rounded approach to tinnitus treatment.
Meet Our 2024 Speakers
Dr. Michael Golenhofen
ENT Physician
Sarah Mathews, AuD.
Audiologist, Treble Health
Ben Thompson, AuD.
Audiologist & Founder, Treble Health
Suzanne May, AuD.
Head of Clinical Audiology, Treble Health
Dr. Dirk De Ridder, MD, PhD.
Professor of Neurosurgery
Glenn Schweitzer
Author, Rewiring Tinnitus
Nic Wray
Tinnitus UK
Julian Cowan Hill, MA
Author, Psychotherapist
Peter Vernezze, PhD, LCSW
Behavioral Health Specialist
Fabrice Bardy, PhD.
Audiologist, Co-Founder of MindEar
What To Expect
- Live virtual event, February 7th and 8th, 2024
- In the days leading up to the event, participants will be emailed a link to join the private video sessions
- Each presentation will last 20-30 minutes, with time for Q&A
What Is The Tinnitus Relief Summit?
During this event, each speaker will share an interactive video presentation on the topics below:
Wednesday, February 7th
- 12:30 – 1:00pm EST
- Tinnitus Neuroscience 101 – Dr. Dirk de Ridder (Neurosurgeon)
- 1:00 – 1:30pm EST
- How To Support Tinnitus Research In 2024 – Nic Wray (Tinnitus UK)
- 1:30 – 2:00pm EST
- Meditation, Relaxation Techniques, and Coping Strategies – Glenn Schweitzer (Tinnitus Coach)
- BREAK
- 6:00 – 6:30pm EST
- Why Hearing Loss Is Not The Cause Of Your Tinnitus – Dr. Sarah Mathews (Audiologist)
- 6:30 – 7:00pm EST
- My Tinnitus Treatment: What Worked & What Didn’t – Eric (Treble Health patient)
- 7:00 – 7:30pm EST
- My Journey To Tinnitus Relief: The Importance of Consistency – Tamara (Treble Health patient)
- 7:30 – 8:00pm EST
- How To Reduce Tinnitus Faster & With Less Effort – Dr. Ben Thompson (Audiologist)
Thursday, February 8th
- 12:30 – 1:00pm EST
- How To Find The Root Cause of Tinnitus – Dr. Michael Golenhofen (ENT Physician)
- 1:00 – 1:30pm EST
- How To Find The Best Tinnitus Apps – Dr. Fabrice Bardy (Researcher)
- 1:30 – 2:00pm EST
- Therapeutic Applications for Recovery During the Settling and Abatement Phases of Tinnitus – Julian Cowan Hill (Psychotherapist)
- BREAK
- 6:00 – 6:30pm EST
- Mindfulness: The Key To Tinnitus Success – Peter Vernezze, PhD (Psychotherapist)
- 6:30 – 7:00pm EST
- 5 Ways To Promote Neuroplasticity for Tinnitus – Dr. Suzanne May (Audiologist)
- 7:00 – 8:00pm EST
- The Tinnitus Treatment Checklist – Dr. Ben Thompson (Audiologist)
More Info About Our 2024 Speakers
Dr. Michael Golenhofen
ENT Physician
Dr. Michael Golenhofen is a renowned ENT Physician and the CEO of Tinni-Care, with his medical and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Mainz in clinical immunology. His career journey includes specialization in family practice and ENT in Heidelberg and Offenburg, Germany. Dr. Golenhofen extensively studied traditional healing methods like naturopathy, homeopathy, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, alongside spiritual aspects of Native American and Hawaiian shamanic traditions from 1988 to 2003. His innovative approach, blending modern medical research with ancient practices, is uniquely applied for treating tinnitus, Meniere’s disease, hyperacusis, and sudden hearing loss.
Sarah Mathews, AuD.
Audiologist, Treble Health
Dr. Sarah Mathews, an experienced audiologist and tinnitus specialist, has been helping patients since 2002. Her career spans private practice, working with ENTs, and roles in hearing and tinnitus device manufacturing, including as a Senior Field Audiologist for Vivatone and working with Neuromonics, a producer of an FDA-approved tinnitus treatment device.
Dr. Mathews herself experienced long-standing tinnitus, likely resulting from noise exposure in her youth and medical conditions. She is passionate about helping patients manage tinnitus, focusing on improving their responses to the condition.
Ben Thompson, AuD.
Audiologist & Founder, Treble Health
Dr. Ben Thompson, AuD. is an audiologist and tinnitus expert who went on to found Treble Health. He received his Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) degree in 2018 from University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California. Dr. Thompson completed his residency at University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) and is a past board member of the California Academy of Audiology (CAA). He received a certificate of competence in Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT) from Dr. Pawel Jastreboff, the founder of TRT, in 2021.
Suzanne May, AuD.
Head of Clinical Audiology, Treble Health
Dr. Suzanne May, with 18 years of experience as an Audiologist, specializes in treating hearing loss and tinnitus. She worked extensively at a major hospital in Sacramento, California, and provided educational seminars on hearing loss and tinnitus to physicians. She holds board certifications in Audiology and Tinnitus Management, and has a certificate in Progressive Tinnitus Management from the Department of Veteran Affairs. Dr. May is also a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology and has served as a Subject Matter Expert for the State of California licensing board.
Having personal experience with tinnitus, Dr. May is committed to helping others manage the condition.
Dr. Dirk De Ridder, Neurosurgeon
Dunedin School of Medicine, University of Otago, New Zealand
Dr. Dirk De Ridder and his research team have undertaken studies on tinnitus, chronic pain and depression, and are currently expanding their research to other brain disorders. His research interests are centered on a Darwinian predictive brain model with Bayesian updating to adapt to an ever changing environment. This model is the basis to understand common pathophysiological mechanisms clustering groups of pathologies, such as thalamocortical dysrhythmias (pain, tinnitus, epilepsy, depression, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia) or obsessive compulsive spectrum disorder (such as addiction, OCD, or eating disorders).
Glenn Schweitzer
Author, Rewiring Tinnitus
Glenn Schweitzer is an entrepreneur, blogger, and the author of Rewiring Tinnitus and Mind over Meniere’s. He is passionate about helping others who suffer from tinnitus and vestibular disorders, and volunteers as an Ambassador Board Member for the Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA). Through his blogs, he continues to raise awareness for tinnitus, Meniere’s disease, and other vestibular disorders, spreading his message of hope to those in need.
Nic Wray
Tinnitus UK
Nic Wray is the communications manager for Tinnitus UK, and researches and writes all about tinnitus information and treatments. They manage press and media output, recruit and support story tellers, whilst also supporting other teams with their communications.
Julian Cowan Hill, MA
Psychotherapist
Julian Cowan Hill developed tinnitus at 16 and struggled with it until he was 34, when it became extremely disruptive. He discovered craniosacral therapy through a family friend, which remarkably made his tinnitus quieter after just one session. This therapy caused a change in his tinnitus, making it quieter. Inspired, Julian trained as a craniosacral therapist, and six months later, his tinnitus subsided for the first time in 33 years. He then started his practice in this field and experienced a profound awakening, tuning into subtle energetic movements within and around the body.
Peter Vernezze, PhD.
Behavioral Health Therapist
Peter Vernezze, PhD, LCSW is a licensed behavioral/mental health therapist living with tinnitus. He is on the national provider list for Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT is endorsed by the VA & the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies, as a best practice for the treatment of PTSD.) He is also a qualified teacher of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and a meditation teacher trained in the Shambhala tradition
Fabrice Bardy, PhD.
Audiologist, Co-Founder of MindEar
Dr. Fabrice Bardy is a hearing neuroscientist, clinical audiologist, and co-founder of MindEar – a scientifically backed platform for tinnitus management. With a background in translational hearing research and patient care, Fabrice’s career has been marked by a deep commitment to creating innovative, practical, and accessible solutions for those affected by tinnitus.
His journey in audiology began in Europe where he worked as a clinical audiologist, gaining invaluable insights into patient needs. This experience laid the foundation for his later work at the National Acoustic Laboratories in Sydney from 2010 to 2019, where he was involved in the development of FDA-marked clinical products used for the objective assessment of hearing function.
Tamara H.
Treble Health Graduate
Tamara’s experience with tinnitus is a story of resilience and discovery. After suddenly waking up with intense ringing in her ears, she was diagnosed with tinnitus and initially told by doctors that there was no cure. Unwilling to accept this, Tamara explored various treatments like acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage, particularly focusing on areas affected by her somatic tinnitus. Her breakthrough came from working with us at Treble Health, where cognitive behavioral therapy and sound therapy, especially using tinnitus maskers, significantly reduced her tinnitus from a near-debilitating level to a manageable intensity. Her journey, marked by mental focus, self-affirmation, and physical activity, is a testament to the importance of personalized care and the power of determination in overcoming tinnitus.
Eric A.
Treble Health Graduate
After developing tinnitus, Eric faced significant challenges, including sleep disruption and difficulties in his job and personal life. His journey to recovery began with conventional treatments like steroids and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which provided limited relief. He continued searching for help, and eventually found Treble Health. Eric began working with Dr. Sarah Mathews, and learned to effectively use sensory distraction techniques, sound therapy, and bone conduction headphones, which significantly reduced his tinnitus symptoms in less than a year. Today, Eric enjoys a life free from the fear of tinnitus, actively participating in activities he loves, serving as a beacon of hope and an inspiration to others facing similar challenges.