Hearing Matters Podcast: Hearing Aids, Hearing Loss and Tinnitus

The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CC, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. C-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services.What exactly is Audiology?  Dr. Gosalia explains that audiology is science of hearing and balance. He explains that ii is relatively a new field that started after WWII when many of the veterans came home from war with varying degrees of hearing loss. That is about the time that people who wanted to enter the field had to study and meet certain academic requirements.What are the Requirements to Become an Audiologist?Dr. Gosalia explains that before 2012, a person who wished to become an audiologist had to complete a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree. Beginning in 2012, a person had to complete a bachelor’s degree and then apply to an audiology program.Most audiology programs are four years, however, there are accelerated programs that are three years.Students learn the theory of audiology in the college classroom and the practical side of the field on site with a practicing audiologist. An audiologist who completes the program is an Au.D.Are the Requirements to get a License the Same in Every State?  The requirements differ from state to state, with some being very rigid and some being rather loose. And like the medical professional, there are a number oof subspecialties. Some audiologists focus on pediatric patients, some on balance issues, and some on tinnitus for example.Audiologists are working with government regulators on what is known as an interstate compact. This will allow audiologists who are licensed in one state to treat patients in other states. Receiving the Best CareMany people don’t realize that hearing aids are medical devices. Dr. Gosalia points out that a person would not want to buy a pacemaker over the counter. While pacemakers are surgically implanted and hearing aids are not, there are still many things that can go wrong if hearing aids are not dispensed properly.  Another reason to visit an audiologist is that there may be underlying medical problems causing the hearing loss. Examples are middle ear effusion and acoustic neuromas. In these cases, medically intervention is necessary, and an audiologist will send the patient to a physician.Most audiologists have what is known as a patient-centric practice. That means that the audiologist focuses solely on the patient when he/she is working. If a patient needs an hour or 15 minutes, the audiologist gives whatever time is needed while employing best practices. Dr. Gosalia says, “Patients don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care.” The Problem with OTC Hearing AidsDr. Gosalia explains that there are many problems with buying over the counter hearing aids. Because the person buying the hearing aid does not see an audiologist, they are not necessarily getting the hearing aid that is right for his/her hearing loss. He explains that a person doesn’t call their doctor and simply say, “I’m sick.” The doctor needs to see the patient and talk to him/her about the symptoms. The same is true for hearing aids.Buying heConnect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

About the Hearing Matters Podcast The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CC, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. C-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services.The Experiences of an Audiology Services PatientIn this episode Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino discuss the journey to better hearing with a patient, mentor and friend, Gerald Ephault. Blaise asks Mr. Ephault, who has been wearing hearing instruments for more than 10 years, to describe when he knew he need hearing aids. Mr. Ephault explains that he finally came to the realization that he wasn’t hearing what he should. He was having difficulty hearing what people were saying and the sounds of the environment. Eating in Restaurants was Difficult.Mr. Ephault says that it was especially hard to go out to eat. Pre-COVID, people sat close together, making it hard for him to decipher what his dining partners were saying. Also, the background noises interfered with any conversation he wanted to have. He described going out to eat as “extremely uncomfortable.”He and his wife of 40-plus years, Darlene, made a pact that Gerald would look her directly in the eye and concentrate on what she was saying to him, and after that he was accountable for what she said. He adds that most men will say “yes” to their wives even though they really haven’t heard or comprehended what she said.Hesitating to get Help      Mr. Ephault waited for a long time to finally get help for his hearing loss. He was in the military, he worked in a extremely noisy printing /binding facility and is a hunter. All of those environments damage hearing, but years ago it was simply accepted that you would lose some of your hearing as a member of the military and in manufacturing. No one thought to use hearing protection. He knew he was suffering from hearing loss but wasn’t sure exactly what to do.Accommodating for Hearing Loss Mr. Ephault explains what he would do when he was in important meetings/situations that required him to hear. In a business meeting for example, he would try to sit next to the main speaker. If he couldn’t, he would take notes and then fill in the blanks when he got back to his office. When he became a college professor, he realized how tremendously important it was to be able to hear. Some students spoke softer than others, each articulated differently, and several had accents. He did not want to diminish the students’ classroom experience. That was when he decided to go to Audiology Services for help.Life with Hearing InstrumentsWhen Blaise and Dr. Delfino fit Mr. Ephault with hearing aids, his first response was “I can hear!” He says it was like a revelation in his brain. He had hearing aids from another audiologist, but they weren’t helping much at all. When Blaise inserted the instruments, Mr. Ephault felt that life was now “normal.”  Life is not only easier, it’s more fun.    The Importance of Real Ear MeasurementDr. Delfino explains the reason Mr. Ephault’s Audiology Services instruments were so much better is because of Real Ear Measurement or REM. Dr. Delfino says as practitioners, he and Blaise want to repr Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

About the Hearing Matters Podcast The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CC, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. C-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services.Redux, the Latest Technology for DryingIn this episode, Blaise Delfino speaks with Matt Hay, director of marketing and sales for Redux, the company that makes the newest system for drying hearing instruments. Matt lives in Indiana, where Redux is located, and travelled to Nazareth for this episode.Matt explains that Redux is a professional in-office hearing instrument dryer for hearing aids and implants. Hearing aid dryers have been around for a long time and they basically just use hot air and a fan. Matt Relates his Journey to Better Hearing  When Matt was in college, he began to notice that he had trouble hearing in one ear. He tried to ignore it. But with time, his hearing continued to get worse. He went to an audiologist, who recommended he get an MRI. It showed that Matt, now 19 years old, had bilateral acoustic neuromas, or tumors on the hearing nerve. He was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis 2, or NF2. Matt went through the grieving process about losing his hearing. He first was in denial, but after getting reinforcement from others that his hearing loss was profound, he got hearing aids. He was thrilled to be able to hear. He remembers hearing the bird chirping and his feet hitting the sidewalk. But eventually he needed an auditory brain stem implant, or ABI. Because his nerves were damaged by the tumors, hearing aids or a cochlear implant could not help. Doctors surgically implant electrodes into his brain stem. The surgery is extraordinarily complex and often causes adverse side effects, however Matt was fortunate to have very few.Learning to Hear Again Matt had devised ways to cope with hearing loss before getting the implant, so he able to adapt with the support of his family and friends. He used music as therapy. He asked himself, “What songs do I want to hear in my head for the rest of my life, in case I never hear again?” He created a play list of songs that he listened to over and over. After the implant, Matt says everything sounded like a gravel truck. He listened to music because he knew how each song was supposed to sound. He made progress, and after the first year, he became better at differentiating sounds. He has had the implant now for 16 years and believes music helped him to be able to differentiate speech. He is now totally deaf, but has 95 percent speech recognition, thanks to the implant, his music therapy and the support of wife, parents, immediate/extended family and his colleagues.A New CareerAfter working for the same company for 20 years, Matt was feeling that he wanted a change. He was involved with hearing healthcare as a volunteer, raising money and awareness for nonprofits. However, he genuinely wanted a job that would enable him to feel that he was helping people each day. During a ski weekend, his implant fell into the snow and no longer worked. Once back home, Matt’s wife mentioned to a neighbor about what happened, and the neighbor t Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

About the Hearing Matters Podcast The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CC, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. C-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services. Moving Forward with Hearing TechnologyIn this episode Dr. Gregory Delfino and Blaise Delfino speak with Nazareth native David Smith, a longtime family friend. David explains that the tipping point for him to move forward with hearing technology came when he was 55 years old. He realized he was asking his coworkers, family members and peers to continually repeat themselves. He knew others were becoming very frustrated with him. His wife would often help him when ordering in a restaurant, when he didn’t hear the waitress. If he was in a noisy coffee shop alone, for example, he’d become nervous about having to order and not hearing questions/comments from the waiter. His children thought he was ignoring them when, in fact, he simply couldn’t hear them. At work he would say “yes” to his boss’s request, even though he didn’t know what was being asked of him. When COVID-19 came along, he could no longer read lips because everyone was wearing masks.  He tried hearing aids but after one week took them out. He told Blaise he was just not ready. He was primarily worried about his image. At 55 he believed he “shouldn’t be in this situation.” He felt there was a stigma attached to wearing hearing aids.The Denial ProcessDr. Gregory Delfino explains that many people feel like Dave. There is a complete denial process that some people go through. They have a preconceived notion that hearing instruments are large and bulky and wearing them means they’re old. They struggle with the inability to hear and live with this silent disability. Practitioners often wonder how they can help these people.Moving ForwardAfter a visit to Audiology Services Dave finally realized exactly how poor his hearing was. He moved forward with hearing technology, knowing that his improved quality of life was more important than his image. Once he began to wear the hearing instruments again, he couldn’t say enough positive things. He has a new level of confidence and enjoys life so much more.Lost IncomeThere is a total of $1.2 billion in lost income every year due to untreated hearing loss. Dr. Delfino explains that often in the workplace an employee will be disciplined for a poor attitude when he/she simply can’t hear. Their pride stops them from telling their bosses and coworkers they have haring loss and from having a hearing screening. Co-morbidities with Hearing LossBlaise explains that our sense of hearing is the gateway to our bodies. People with untreated hearing loss are at a greater risk of experiencing cognitive decline, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, anxiety, and depression. He recommends that anyone who thinks he/she may have hearing loss seek out a hearing healthcare professional.Dr. Delfino adds that teaming up with a well-trained professional is essential, since that person can walk the patient through every step of the process to better hearing. Having trust in your provider is alConnect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

About the Hearing Matters Podcast The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. The Lehigh Valley’s First Ear Mold LabIn this episode Blaise Delfino interviews Bob Holbroook and Ed Graham of ProtoCAM Additive Manufacturing in Allentown, Pa. Both Ed and Bob have extensive experience in the additive manufacturing field. (Additive manufacturing is more commonly known as 3-D printing.) Ed has been with ProtoCAM since 1996 after graduating from college as a polymer engineer. Bob owned his own injection molding company and began working at ProtoCAM After selling his business. ProtoCAM was Bob’s prototype, so his background combined with Ed’s engineering skills made for the perfect match. Together with CEO of ProtoCAM, Ron Belknap, the three have a total 75 years of experience. An Idea Meets Manufacturing Blaise met Ed and Bob at a conference where Blaise was giving a talk on Fader Plugs, the world’s first adjustable, mechanical ear plug, which he invented and patented. The ProtoCAM employees immediately wanted to get involved. They offered to help Blaise with the manufacturing of Fader Plugs. Prototyping BeginsBoth were excited to get involved in the project, however, Bob was hesitant about making the fine parts inside the Fader Plugs and their biocompatibility. However, they were able to overcome the anticipated problems and move forward.The filter was the start of ProtoCAM’s relationship with Fader Plugs. After several design iterations, Bob and Ed realized this was something that had never been developed before. Neither of them knew much about audiology in general, so it was a huge learning experience for everyone. After three iterations of the filter, it was recommended that the filter size be decreased. They did manage to decrease it by 67 percent; however, it did not function correctly. Turn-Around TimeThis technology will enable a turn-around time of only a couple of days. This is important because those that need Fader Plugs are construction workers, musicians, people with hyperacusis, or anyone around continual noxious noise. It is important to get people into Fader Plugs as soon as possible so they can preserve their hearing. New Lab is IntroducedAs a result of the partnership between Fader Plugs and ProtoCAM, the first ear mold lab ever in the Lehigh Valley has been introduced. This is groundbreaking. It is also something that ProtoCAM CEO Ron Belknap has always wanted to do: manufacture a product from start to finish. A Contribution to Society ProtoCAM is excited to be helping others maintain their hearing health. They are also very dedicated to their customers, in this case Fader Plugs, and want to manufacture only the best, highest quality goods. Also knowing that the entire product was invented and manufactured in the Lehigh Valley is thrilling.          Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

About the Hearing Matters Podcast The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, PA. A Message for Hearing Healthcare PractitionersIn this episode, Blaise Delfino discusses Audiology Services’ response and return strategy to COVID-19. He explains how he kept his team empowered and how he helped keep patients motivated and socially active during the pandemic. His message is directed to his colleagues in the field of hearing healthcare, who are fighting the good fight to continue to raise awareness of hearing healthcare, while consistently implementing best practices during the pandemic. Responding to the PandemicCommunicating with patients on a consistent basis is essential. When the practice was closed, Audiology Services used an email list to let patients know they could drop off hearing aids for service in the vestibule or pick up supplies there. They were updated regularly on the closure of the practice. As a leader of an organization, it is essential to keep team members and patients safe and motivated during this unprecedented time. Returning to the Office When the practice reopened, it was critical to ensure both patients and team members felt safe. To do that, Audiology Services only scheduled five to six patients a day, in order to allow extra time to disinfect between patients. While we were already disinfecting, we took added precautions in light of COVID-19. When a patient came into the office, even for a clean and check, he/she was taken back to Blaise’s private office. This gave the patient a chance to converse. Most of the patients had been in seclusion and/or had limited socialization during the lockdown. By treating them like part of the family, they reconnected with the team and interacted again with people.  Keeping the Team Empowered   To help keep the team motivated, Audiology Services holds a morning huddle every day. By going over the list of patients for that day and looking a few days ahead, the team knows what to expect and exactly what his/her role will be. This helps everyone stay in synch.Audiology Services continually celebrates the team as a whole and individuals with tokens of appreciation. This is a huge motivator. For example, thanking the team with a pizza party on a Friday afternoon, or presenting a small gift to an individual keeps people uplifted and positive. Also reminding the team members of the impact each of them has on the patients and the practice overall keeps them motivated.    Encouraging Colleagues to Continue the FightIn spite of the many threats to the hearing healthcare industry as it is right now, we all need to soldier on. As hearing healthcare professionals, we are incredibly fortunate to be able to introduce people to a new world of hearing. Continue to love the process of meeting and counseling new patients, helping them navigate speech in noise and enhancing their lives. Even when the going gets tough, your team and your patients will lift you up. Thank you for what you do.  Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss, tinnitus, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.On this episode you will learn: How a background in audio engineering positively influences Dr. Taddei's patient outcomes The importance of real ear measurement (REM) The difference between basic level hearing technology and premium level hearing technology Dr. Taddie's "Why" On this episode we interview Dr. Steven Taddei.  Since childhood, he has been fascinated with sound and music. His interest grew into passion leading him to open a small recording studio and pursue a degree in audio production. Hungry for more understanding of acoustics and our perception of it, he obtained a doctorate in audiology. During his time in academia, he took every opportunity to learn from those around him. Some highlights include assisting in the construction of professional recording studios, conducting hearing sciences research in wind tunnels, and traveling abroad providing hearing services for orphans and low-income families. Since graduating with his doctorate in 2018, he has continued to explore his passions. He has been working as an audiologist at a non-profit. Simultaneously, he has been teaching audio production and hearing sciences at several universities. Further, he is the co-founder of an audio product start-up which just received patent approval. Regardless of his explorations in sound, he has remained inspired, eager to learn more, and grateful. As an audio engineer, he facilitates an artists’ vision and helps bring it to the world. As an audiologist, her works with the hard of hearing population exploring all options to improve quality of life. As an audio professor, he hopes to inspire students to find their passion and pursue it. We Heard You Have Some Questions? Let's Hear Em'!E-mail: Blaise@faderplugs.com  Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss, tinnitus, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.On this episode we interview Gary Rosenblum, President of Oticon.  Gary Rosenblum has been President of Oticon, Inc. since October of 2016.  Gary is responsible for driving forward Oticon’s leadership in innovation, product quality and customer support. He brings a rich understanding of how customers and consumers are adapting to a changing healthcare environment.  Prior to Oticon, Gary ran several medical device and consumer healthcare businesses for Fortune 500 companies including Johnson & Johnson, Abbott Labs, and Pfizer.  Gary earned his MBA from Cornell University and his BA in Psychology and History from Washington University in St. Louis.On this episode you will learn: How Gary started his entrepreneurial journey in college Leading a team during and throughout a global pandemic Response strategies implemented by Oticon during the COVID-19 pandemic The Oticon More launch The importance of visiting a hearing healthcare provider Gary's musical journey About Oticon: Oticon’s mission began more than 100 years ago. In 1904, Oticon founder Hans Demant wanted to help his hearing-impaired wife live a better life, introducing her to one of the world's first electronic hearing aids.From this foundation of care, Oticon grew with a passion to help people who need hearing support. We work constantly towards our vision of a world where innovative hearing technology provides meaningful, life-changing benefits for people with hearing loss.Oticon More ~ The World's First Hearing Aid with Deep Neural Networks (DNN):The DNN in Oticon More is trained with 12 million sounds from real-life to recognize virtually all types of sounds to support your brainOticon More works more like how your brain works because it learned through experienceAs a result, you get better speech understanding with less effort and the ability to remember more, even in noisy environmentsDelivers 30% more sound to the brain Increases speech understanding by 15%Reduces listening effort so that you remember more of what is being saidSchedule a LIVE listening demonstration of the Oticon More at Audiology Services, today! We Heard You Have Some Questions? Let's Hear Em'! Email: Blaise@audiologyservicesllcpa.com Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss, tinnitus, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.On this episode we interview Peter Fick, owner of Fick Hearing Aid Center.  Peter has been treating hearing loss for over 35 years! Fick Hearing Aid Center strives to treat each patient as if they were their own family member to ensure they receive the best possible hearing care. They focus on continually serving those struggling with hearing loss with the best value in hearing aid technology in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. As an established business in the communities they serve they try to enrich the lives of area residents with better hearing.On this episode you will learn: How Peter Fick got involved in the hearing healthcare industry What it's like working at a family owned and operated private hearing healthcare practice The importance of leaving work at the office Why you should speak highly of the industry you're in to your family members, especially if you have childrenThe importance of a patient centered model Why you should visit a licensed hearing healthcare professional About Fick Hearing Aid Center: Our practice prides itself on taking care of each patient as if they were our own family member to receive the best possible hearing outcome. We focus on continually serving the hearing needs of the nearby communities with dedicated hearing care. In this process, our practice demonstrates disciplines and values to ensure fair and personalized hearing care for each patient.Fick Hearing Aid Center's Guarantee: 1. Comprehensive Hearing  Evaluation2. Recommend Only What Needs Recommending3. Clear Understanding of the Hearing Journey and Results4. Seeing and Hearing the Benefit (i.e. real ear measurement) 5. Treatment is More Than Just an Office VisitAbout the Hearing Matters Podcast: The Hearing Matters Podcast is hosted by Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and his father/audiologist, Dr. Gregory Delfino, AuD, CCC-A. Together, Blaise and Dr. Delfino treat patients with hearing loss, tinnitus, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder at Audiology Services located in Nazareth, Bethlehem, and Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. We Heard You Have Some Questions? Let's Hear Em'! Email: Blaise@audiologyservicesllcpa.com Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast

The Hearing Matters Podcast discusses hearing technology (more commonly known as hearing aids), best practices, and a growing national epidemic - Hearing Loss. The show is hosted by father and son - Blaise Delfino, M.S. - HIS and Dr. Gregory Delfino, CCC-A. Blaise Delfino and Dr. Gregory Delfino treat patients with hearing loss, tinnitus, and Central Auditory Processing Disorder at Audiology Services, located in Bethlehem, Nazareth, and East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. On this episode we interview Dr. Liz White of Harbor City Hearing Solutions! Harbor City Hearing Solutions is committed to providing the best in patient care and the best in hearing devices. Dr. White continually attends conferences and workshops to ensure she is current on research and best practices in the field of audiology. Audiology is a changing field, therefore, we need to continue to learn and grow as professionals to continue to provide the patient with the highest standard of hearing care. Bettering your hearing healthcare is an investment and together we can work together to improve your quality of life! During this episode you will learn:What inspired Dr. White to enter the field of AudiologyWhat sparks Dr. White’s happiness Why Dr. White decided to open her own private audiology practice What sets Harbor City Hearing Solutions apart from other hearing healthcare practices About Audiology Services:At Audiology Services, we believe in total hearing healthcare for all patients through comprehensive assessment techniques. They include aural rehabilitation, as well as measurements of outcome success. When a communication deficit is identified, an appropriate amplification solution that fits the patient’s lifestyle and budget is offered. A family owned and operated facility, we are dedicated to the principle of providing exceptional care to all those in need of our assistance. We emphasize the concept that healthy hearing leads to a healthy life. Connect with the Hearing Matters Podcast TeamEmail: hearingmatterspodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hearing_matters_podcast Facebook: Hearing Matters Podcast