Category: Hearing Tests

On August 16th, the FDA announced rules for over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, promising sweeping changes for hearing healthcare and purportedly creating a new class of more affordable and accessible types of hearing aids. Now, retailers can sell OTC hearing aids directly to consumers with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss without seeing an audiologist.

Fleets of school buses have taken to the streets. Kids are rocking new threads. The crispness of fall is beginning to creep into the air. It’s official: Back-to-school season is here. In the frenzy of returning to school, it’s easy to forget about your personal health. And staying healthy during the school year goes far beyond getting a flu shot – you also need to look after your ears. While protecting your hearing might not be at the top of your to-do list, maintaining your hearing is a lifelong job. Read on for some back-to-school hearing health tips. Prevent Hearing Loss Before It Happens Hearing loss isn’t just a concern for older individuals. Young people can cause irreversible damage to ... Read more

An Audiologist is a medical professional dedicated to the diagnosis, management, and treatment of hearing and balance issues in patients of all ages. To become a licensed audiologist, an individual must complete their Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree from an audiology graduate program at an accredited university or a Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.). In some cases, states may require additional licensing or certifications on top of a degree. To better understand audiologists’ training, knowledge, services, and importance, let’s delve a little deeper into the question, “What is an audiologist?”