Emily Jo Venskytis, AuD, ABA Certified

About Dr. Venskytis

What are your clinical interests?
Audiological care as part of interprofessional teams, cochlear implants, complex diagnostics, and clinical instruction of AuD students.

What do you love most about your job?
I love how many different roles I can serve within the realm of audiology. I am able to continue my work with patients, while training the next generation of AuD students. Working in both the classroom and the clinic allows me to teach students the rationale for evidence-based practice and guide students in its practical application.

What’s a project you’re working on right now? Why is it meaningful to you?
I am currently working as the director of clinical education to assist in the development of the AuD program at MGH Institute of Health Professions. Bringing an audiology program back to the Boston area not only serves a need in this region for the audiology community, but also brings more awareness of audiology to health professions’ students and faculty with opportunities for AuD students to work with students in closely related fields such as speech, physical, and occupational therapies.

How has your career benefited from being a member of the Academy?
Being a member of the Academy and being involved in various volunteer roles has allowed me to build great connections with audiologists in the field across the country. I enjoy working with passionate audiologists and those making change for the benefit of the field and our patients.

Any tips or advice for new members on how to best leverage their Academy membership?
Get involved! There are so many ways to participate whether that is short-term, micro volunteer opportunities, to joining committees for a few years. Participating in the AAA Annual Conference is also another great opportunity for new members to learn more about the Academy.

Fun Facts

Where is your hometown?
West Chester, Pennsylvania

Best restaurant you have ever been to?

My two most recent favs are Nautilus in Boston and Fish by Jose Andres in the Bahamas.

What would be the theme song of your life right now?
The theme song to my life right now is “Mr. Blue Sky” by Electric Light Orchestra. This song emphasizes the bright days that have come since my move to Boston and is just such an upbeat and happy song.

Who is someone who has made a big impact on your life? Why?

Most recently, I would like to say Elaine Mormer has made a big impact on my life. She is the first person who had me excited about audiology all the way back when I was an undergraduate and has been so supportive of me as I have transitioned to my new position as director of clinical education. I am so grateful for all of her support and guidance.

What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever done?

The strangest thing I have ever done is probably going on my favorite hike in Sedona (Cathedral Rock Trail) after having broken both of my wrists, so I completed the hike in two casts. The views from that hike are always worth it!