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'''Martin Sørnes''' (born November 10, 1970) is an audiologist and entrepreneur, and the founder of Hearoll Medical Inc. He is leading the development of a new standard for audiometry, promoting free sound field testing as a natural and more accurate way to assess hearing. Sørnes has spoken at international ENT conferences with his talk “New Audiometry, the Time Has Come!” and was awarded an entrepreneurial scholarship in 2007 for pioneering mobile audiology through telemedicine. His projects include Home-Audiology, affordable hearing aids, digital learning platforms, and rural outreach initiatives. | '''Martin Sørnes''' (born November 10, 1970) is an audiologist and entrepreneur, and the founder of Hearoll Medical Inc. He is leading the development of a new standard for audiometry, promoting free sound field testing as a natural and more accurate way to assess hearing. Sørnes has spoken at international ENT conferences with his talk “New Audiometry, the Time Has Come!” and was awarded an entrepreneurial scholarship in 2007 for pioneering mobile audiology through telemedicine. His projects include Home-Audiology, affordable hearing aids, digital learning platforms, and rural outreach initiatives. | ||
Latest revision as of 09:59, 24 August 2025
Martin Sørnes (born November 10, 1970) is an audiologist and entrepreneur, and the founder of Hearoll Medical Inc. He is leading the development of a new standard for audiometry, promoting free sound field testing as a natural and more accurate way to assess hearing. Sørnes has spoken at international ENT conferences with his talk “New Audiometry, the Time Has Come!” and was awarded an entrepreneurial scholarship in 2007 for pioneering mobile audiology through telemedicine. His projects include Home-Audiology, affordable hearing aids, digital learning platforms, and rural outreach initiatives.
Early Life
Martin Sørnes was born on 10 November 1970 in Trondheim, Norway. Growing up in Trondheim, he developed an early interest in science and healthcare, which later led him to pursue a career in audiology. Sørnes completed his formal education in audiology in Norway, gaining foundational knowledge in hearing science and clinical practices.
Career
Sørnes has been actively involved in audiology innovation for over two decades. He has presented his work internationally, including his talk *"New Audiometry, the Time Has Come!"* at multiple ENT conferences. In 2007, he was awarded an entrepreneurial scholarship for developing mobile audiology services that integrate telemedicine, making hearing care accessible in remote areas.
He has led projects such as Home-Audiology, a learning platform for hearing aid users, affordable hearing aids, and crowdfunding initiatives to bring audiologists to underserved regions. Sørnes’ work emphasizes the modernization of audiometry, challenging methods that have remained largely unchanged since the mid-20th century.
Other Ventures
In 2023, during a surge in electricity prices in Norway, Sørnes developed a scalable and environmentally friendly method of electricity production, demonstrating his innovative approach beyond audiology.
Recognition
- Entrepreneurial Scholarship, 2007, for mobile audiology concept.
- Speaker at multiple international ENT conferences.