Audiologist or ENT: Which one is right for me?
I’ve found over the years that many do not know the difference between an Audiologist/Doctor of Audiology and an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) physician. Let’s break it down: Audiologist or Doctor of Audiology (AuD): The primary health-care professional who evaluates, diagnoses, treats and manages hearing loss (includes hearing aids, cochlear implants and bone anchored […]
My Hearing Aid is Not Enough! – Update on Accessories
With improvements in hearing aid technology over the years, we as Hearing HealthCare providers, have been afforded greater flexibility in helping more people to hear better. Sometimes hearing aids just aren’t enough and additional solutions may be needed. Whether it’s in the car, in the classroom, or in a meeting, options are available to supplement […]
What Is A CROS or BiCROS Hearing Aid?
Most people with hearing loss will receive the greatest benefit from wearing hearing aids in both ears. We have two ears for a reason, and when both ears work together as a team we can localize where sound is coming from, hear better in noisy places, understand speech better, and do all of this with […]
What Causes Dizziness or Vertigo?
Dizziness and or balance disorders can manifest themselves in many ways. Some people experience a spinning sensation, others feel the room is spinning. Some people complain of dizziness when they change positions, such as going from sitting to standing or from bending over to straightening up. More often we hear “I just don’t have the […]
2024 Starkey Evolv 1000 Hearing Aid Review
Most hearing aid manufacturers offer a very basic entry level hearing aid at a lower cost. Often these hearing aids may not be their latest technology but may be a generation back. Many of the Medicare Advantage plans offer these hearing aids at no or low cost. These hearing aids may be rechargeable or have […]
Help, I Suddenly Can’t Hear from One of My Ears!
Most hearing loss is very gradual and comes on over a many, many years. Often the gradual hearing loss may be a result of working in a noisy environment, such as a factory or in construction. Normal aging can also cause hearing loss. Sometimes hearing loss runs in families. If you have a sudden hearing […]
