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Course Code
LDR
Course Number
3905
Faculty/Instructor
Donna Mercado
Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement
Individuals who seek treatment for hearing loss and hearing disorders are disproportionately white as opposed to people of color. Hispanic individuals are one of the minorities who are often overlooked in audiological care due to their race. Barriers to Hispanic hearing healthcare include limitations such as cost of care, coverage by insurance, and Hispanic attitudes surrounding hearing disabilities.
Keywords
hispanic; audiology; healthcare; disparities
Recommended Citation
Martinez-Chu, Stephanie V., "Barriers to hearing healthcare in the Hispanic population" (2025). LEAD Scholars Academy Showcase. 13.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/ulead-showcase/2025spring/posters/13
Barriers to hearing healthcare in the Hispanic population
Individuals who seek treatment for hearing loss and hearing disorders are disproportionately white as opposed to people of color. Hispanic individuals are one of the minorities who are often overlooked in audiological care due to their race. Barriers to Hispanic hearing healthcare include limitations such as cost of care, coverage by insurance, and Hispanic attitudes surrounding hearing disabilities.