Amanda Henigan

Amanda Henigan is a third-year doctoral graduate student in Audiology at the University of Pittsburgh. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders and Sciences from the University of Oregon. Her passion for supporting children was influenced by her cousin’s experiences navigating healthcare and educational systems, which motivated her to pursue a career centered on patient-and family-centered care. Amanda has volunteered with the Down Syndrome Association and Mission of Mercy, experiences that deepened her commitment to improving access to services for children and families.

Her research focuses on interprofessional education and collaboration between audiology and other health professions to advance patient- and family-centered care. Amanda’s clinical interests include early identification and intervention for hearing loss, and she hopes to use her LEND training to advocate for systems that promote interdisciplinary teamwork and equitable access to hearing healthcare.