Data standards in audiology: a mixed-methods exploration of community perspectives and implementation considerations

Key Points

• Community support underscores the importance of data standards for audiology practices, facilitating better care.
• Key issues identified include interoperability challenges and stakeholder engagement, crucial for effective implementation.
• The analysis combines conceptual discussions with stakeholder views, providing a comprehensive overview of needed changes.
• Future work should focus on addressing community concerns to create robust data standards that enhance audiology services.

Abstract