Marina Mahafza
Audiologist
Melbourne
Summary
Clinical Audiologist and researcher with a PhD in Audiology and over 10 years of experience in, academia, clinical practice, and research. Specialized in hearing aids, vestibular audiology, and spatial awareness, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based innovations. Experienced in conducting clinical trials on hearing and balance disorders, contributing to advancements in audiology through interdisciplinary collaboration, research, and teaching. Expertise in diagnostic audiology, providing assessments and rehabilitation for hearing impairments and balance disorders in adults, older adults, and pediatrics across international settings, including Australia, Jordan, and the UK.
Knowledgeable Audiologist with robust background in conducting in-depth research and analysis. Successfully contributed to multiple high-impact projects, delivering valuable insights and innovative solutions. Demonstrated expertise in data collection and statistical analysis, showcasing strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6052
6052
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Researcher/ Casual Academic in Audiology
University of Queensland
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Conducted clinical research, carried out comprehensive audiological and vestibular assessments on a wide range of older adults with hearing impairments with a multidisciplinary team for various studies, including a clinical trial, a cross-sectional study, and qualitative audiology research.
- Supervised audiology students (Masters level), provided academic guidance, and assisted with grading and assessments as part of my casual academic role.
Full-Time Lecturer/Clinical Audiologist
University of Jordan
09.2014 - 01.2020
- Delivered lectures and practical training in audiology, covering topics such as hearing aids, vestibular assessment, and rehabilitation.
- Supervised students in clinical settings, providing hands-on training in audiological diagnostics and patient management.
- Conducted and supervised research in audiology, contributing to publications and advancing evidence-based audiology practices.
- Provided a full range of audiological assessments including Pure tone audiometry, Speech audiometry, wide band tympanometry, Otoacoustic emissions, auditory brain stem response testing, Auditory steady state response testing.
- Provided a full range of vestibular assessments including Vestibular evoked myogenic potentials, Oculomotor testing via VNG and ENG, Calorics, Repositioning maneuvers and electro-cochleaography.
- Provided vestibular rehabilitation therapy.
- Organized and conducted hearing screenings in schools as part of community outreach initiatives.
- Organized and carried out field trips to refugee camps across Jordan to assess hearing-related issues and provide hearing aid fittings.
- Performed neonatal hearing screenings at the University of Jordan Hospital to support early detection and intervention.
Regional Clinical Specialist
Advanced Bionics-MENA
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Attended cochlear implant surgeries in Jordan and Egypt, providing intraoperative and postoperative mapping support.
- Trained ENTs and audiologists on a new cochlear implant device (Hires-ultra) and delivered specialised training sessions to professionals from multiple countries on the latest cochlear implant technologies, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and clinical adoption.
Audio-Vestibular Clinician
Dr. Tareq Khrais Clinic - ENT & Audiology-Vestibular Outpatient Clinic
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Provided comprehensive audiological assessments for pediatrics and adults.
- Provided comprehensive vestibular assessment and rehabilitation.
- Diagnosed and managed hearing and balance disorders in pediatric and adult patients, collaborating with ENT specialists and rehabilitation teams to develop individualised treatment plans.
Education
Ph.D. - Audiology (neuroscience)
University of Queensland
Brisbane 06-2025
Master of Science - Audiology
University of Southampton
Southampton12-2013
Bachelor of Science - Hearing and Speech Sciences
University of Jordan
Jordan06-2012
Skills
Comprehensive Audiological clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
Vestibular Assessment
Vestibular rehabilitation
Hearing aids
Intra-operative cochlear implant mapping
Falls prevention
Pediatric audiology
Neonatal hearing screening
Adult audiology
Evoked potentials
Cognitive behavioral therapy for tinnitus and hyperacusis
Non-profit hearing screening experience with refugee populations
Research
Data analysis
MS office
Qualitative research
Research planning
Scientific writing
Quantitative research
Surveys and interviews
Experimental design
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic
Research presentation
Team collaboration
Certification
VETASSESS skilled migration assessment, Audiologist
Clinical Placements
- University of Jordan Hospital, Amman, Jordan, 2010-2012
- Royal Hampshire Country Hospital, Winchester, UK, 2013
- Pickles Coppice Children's Centre, Southampton, UK, 2013
- Hearing and Balance Centre, ISVR, Southampton, UK, 2013
Orcid
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5099-6465
Personal Information
Nationality: Australian
Conferences And Training
- Vestibular Disorders: From Cause to Cure, Virtual Conference, 09/21
- 7th International Symposium on Meniere's disease and Inner ear Disorders, Rome, Italy, 10/17 - 10/20
- 3rd Conference of the Advanced Arab Academy Of Audiovestibulogy, Amman, Jordan, 06/15
- The 4th conference of the Advanced Arab Academy of Audiovesibuology, Dead Sea, Jordan, 11/16 - 11/26
- Scientific and Graduate Day, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Amman, Jordan, 04/18
- Arab Hearing Health Conference, Amman, Jordan, 05/14
- 15th International conference on cochlear implant and other implantable auditory technology, Antwerpen, Belgium, 06/18
- HiRes Ultra cochlear implant, advanced bionics workshop, Stafa, Switzerland, 07/18
Publications
- Mahafza, N., Mahafza, T., Mahafza, M., & AlOmari, H., 2023, Prevalence and Risk Factors of Tinnitus Among University Students., Jordan Medical Journal, 57, 3, https://doi.org/10.35516/jmj.v57i3.1678
- Mahafza, M. T., Wilson, W. J., Brauer, S., Timmer, B. H., & Hickson, L., 2022, A systematic review of the effect of hearing aids on static and dynamic balance in adults with hearing impairment., Trends in hearing, 26, https://doi.org/10.1177/23312165221121014
- Mahafzah, M. T., Mahafza, T., Omari, H., & Al Hawari, H. H., 2018, Investigating the possible audiological effects of hypothyroidism., J phonet Audiol, 4, 137, 10.4172/2471-9455
- Mahafzah, M., Al Hawari, H., Momani, M., & Abbasi, H., 2018, The prevalence of hearing loss in patients with autoimmune thyroid disease: a prospective study., Jordan Medical Journal, 52, 3
Timeline
Researcher/ Casual Academic in Audiology
University of Queensland
01.2020 - 01.2025
Regional Clinical Specialist
Advanced Bionics-MENA
05.2018 - 10.2018
Full-Time Lecturer/Clinical Audiologist
University of Jordan
09.2014 - 01.2020
Audio-Vestibular Clinician
Dr. Tareq Khrais Clinic - ENT & Audiology-Vestibular Outpatient Clinic
12.2013 - 12.2015
Ph.D. - Audiology (neuroscience)
University of Queensland
Master of Science - Audiology
University of Southampton
Bachelor of Science - Hearing and Speech Sciences
University of Jordan
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