Tips & Resources

During these challenging times, my patients’ overall mood has been somber. I see fewer smiles and more frustration. Many of you have expressed how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected your quality of life. Some of my patients have chosen to forego hearing checks and...

Summer can be hard on your hearing aids. Going from hot sunny summer conditions to the cold of indoor air conditioning can be a shock to hearing aids. Here we offer some tips and tricks to protect your hearing aids from the heat and humidity of Summer. Keep your aids...

Frequently I see patients who believe aging = hearing loss. In my experience, that's not necessarily the case. Let's explore a few other factors that contribute to hearing loss and what you can do to keep your hearing healthy. Let's Start With the Myth: Hearing loss...

What Did You Say? If you are having a hard time understanding someone wearing a mask- you’re not alone. Those with even a mild hearing loss will notice a significant decrease in their ability to understand someone with a mask on. The reason? We all use facial cues to...

Last week we discussed hearing loss-related isolation. Social isolation is also often a side effect of hearing loss, as well as those of us sheltering in place during this time. It's important to take care of your mental and emotional health as much as your hearing...