What Does A Hearing Professional Do?

By Author: Jeanne Ward
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Are you concerned about yours or your loved ones hearing loss? Consider the options when looking for a professional to help you.

Dealing with hearing loss can be a frightening and confusing life challenge. Not understanding the roles of the various professionals that may help rehabilitate your hearing only adds to the confusion. If you are concerned about your own hearing or that of a loved one you may need the services of a professional. But do you know exactly what an Audiologist is qualified to do and how one might help with your hearing loss? Many people don't. An Audiologist can guide you through the all the steps of hearing loss and recovery, including examination, treatment and education.

Education

A professional undergoes a complete and challenging education, and be licensed by the state in which they practice. Courses of study include physics, anatomy, pharmacology and physiology.

Supervised clinical practice is also a requirement for graduation.

Services

An appointment with an Audiologist may include any or all of the following patient services:

• Perform an evaluation ...
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• Perform a visual examination of the ear
• Assess test results
• Provide a diagnosis
• Ear wax removal
• Write a treatment plan and provide treatment
• Educate and advise patients on the best types of devices available hearing loss
• Dispense and personally fit the aids
• Explain the use and care of the aids and other devices
• Counsel patients as they adjust to changes in their lifestyle
• Educate a patient's family
• Provide additional resources for patients such as sign language or lip reading classes

Other services not directly related to patient care include record keeping and research. An Audiologist is responsible for keeping accurate records of each visit to help chart the progress and anticipate the future needs of each patient. Many hearing professionals dedicate their careers to research in order to improve treatments and technologies related to hearing and balance disorders

When visiting a professional for the first time you should expect a thorough and competent assessment of your health history and present concerns. These professionals are dedicated, intelligent individuals who could have chosen many different career paths, but chose hearing health because they have compassion and sincere concern for those who are challenged by hearing loss. If diminished hearing is preventing you from enjoying life to the fullest, ask your doctor to recommend a professional. Improving your hearing may be easier than you think.

Premium Hearing Solutions (PHS) opened in August 1999. Since then, PHS has successfully provided quality hearing care, educated patients on hearing and hearing aids, stayed abreast of technology changes, and has never forgotten the most important business aspect: personalized attention! Visit us at Premium Hearing Solutions for up to date hearing aid information.