Posts Tagged Audiology
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Tips to Think About Before Getting a Hearing Aid
By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Purchasing a new hearing aid is no walk in the park; at least it’s not for most people. It’s a big decision and it cost a lot of money. The hearing aid you choose should last you the next five to seven years so you want to...
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Fun and Interesting Hearing Aid Stories
By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC As a 15-year veteran audiologist, I have collected some stories for your enjoyment. Many of these stories should not ever be attempted. This article is NOT meant to provide instruction on hearing aid use. See your audiologist for proper main...
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Ask the Audiologist: Can wearing a hearing aid cause more hearing loss?
By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Can wearing a hearing aid cause more hearing loss? This is a common question posed by concerned hearing aid users. We are all told that exposure to too much noise can lead to hearing loss. Rest assured that appropriately fit ...
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Hearing Loss Affects People of All Age Groups
By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC...
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Ask the Audiologist- Why is my doctor ordering a hearing test when I have dizziness?
By Rachel Flint, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. This seems a little counterintuitive, but it is correct. There are some conditions that can affect both our balance and our hearing. The hearing test provides valuable information for identifying the cause of your dizziness. This makes more sen...
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Are my hearing aids supposed to whistle? “Eeeeeeeeeeeeeee”
By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC “Dr. Parker, can you please help this person in the waiting room? That feedback sound is driving everyone crazy!” This comment came from my assistant the other day. I quickly finished up what I was doing and called the patient back. ...
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Ask the Audiologist – Why do hearing aids cost so much?
By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Why do hearing aids cost so much? Getting hearing aids is a big decision. Not only do they have a big effect on your enjoyment of life and your relationships with others, they are also a substantial purchase. There are a numbe...
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The Empty Chair… and Hearing Loss
By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC Much has been made of the Empty Chair Speech by Clint Eastwood recently. People with hearing loss sometimes feel like an empty chair…they are there but not really there. We all have days where we feel like circumstances drive us, and we no...
