From the back cover:

The Business of Audiology is in trouble. At the height of the technical achievements of our testing , hearing and diagnostic equipment and at a time when we have achieved formidable, streamlined advances in the education and certification of our trained professionals, we have a growth rate of 2.3%. Take out the Veteran's Administration and it is a dismal 1.3%. What is happening to us and why is it happening? The Death of Audiology takes a unique look at this very real problem. Its story is told a bit dramatically, perhaps, but when contemplating the death of an entire industry, a dose of drama may be just what the doctor ordered.