Wearing Face Masks with Hearing Loss and Hearing Aids can be tricky! In an article in Healthy Hearing, Joy Victory shares some tips for hearing better with Face Masks. Face masks are now required in many public places to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.   For people with hearing loss, though, this may be easier said than done. That's because face masks add extra challenges for people with hearing impairments: ~ It's harder to understand people when they're … [Read more...]

Experts in infectious diseases, virology and food safety share their tips about how you can go stock up on food and toiletries without picking up the coronavirus. Check out this article in NPR, WUSF Public Media: No, you don't need to disinfect your groceries, here is how to shop safely. ~ Focus on the People, not the Food ~ Avoid Crowds - Shop quickly ~ Wear a Face Covering ~ Go to the store alone ~ Sanitize Carts and Hands ~ Skip the Gloves ~ Give the Cashier some … [Read more...]

"My practice has always been based on person-center. My goal is for you to hear your very best. We work hard to make that happen", states Dr. Terry. In an article by Debbie Clason in Healthy Hearing, they discuss, "What is Person-Centered care for people with Hearing Loss?" Person-centered care (PPC) in hearing health ensures that people are equal and active partners in the management of their hearing difficulties, explains Lise Lotte Bundesen, managing director for the Ida Institute. … [Read more...]

Have you been wearing a surgical mask to protect yourself? If you wear hearing aids, you must be careful when removing the mask. It is very easy to accidentally remove your hearing aids and lose them. Be very careful when you remove the mask and check to make sure that your hearing aids are still in place. We have all become much more aware of proper hygiene recently and that is a good thing. Good hygiene is also important with your hearing aids. You should wash your hands before and … [Read more...]

As of May 1st, we hope to begin seeing patients on a regular schedule and will be doing things a little differently to minimize contact between patients. If possible, we would like you to remain in your car and call us when you are in the parking lot. Either Karen or I will come out to meet you. Your temperature will be taken with an infrared thermometer that does not touch you. If your temperature is normal, you will be invited in. If you would like to wear a mask to your appointment, that … [Read more...]

April 7th is World Health Day When we think of World Health Day and what it means, we don’t generally consider hearing. Hearing is your one sense that is always on, even when you are sleeping. Hearing keeps you safe, helps you interact with friends, family and the environment. Your ears control your balance, help you locate sounds in your environment, and allow you to hear your loved ones. Hearing keeps your life complete. Did you know that kidney disease and heart disease can affect … [Read more...]

Dear Friends, Your health and safety is our utmost concern during this difficult time. And Maizie wants to remind you to be washing your hands frequently. We are continuing to follow guidelines issued by state, local, and federal governments. We are reducing our hours to 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday and are only seeing emergency patients at this time. If you have a scheduled appointment, we will notify you if we need to make changes. If you need supplies, please call … [Read more...]

To our valued patients, Given the growing concerns of COVID-19, we wanted to share a few updates on precautions we are implementing in our office. The health and wellness of our patients, their families, and our employees is our first priority. As a team, we continue to monitor and make efforts, at this time, to focus on lessening the spread and impact of this virus. In addition to thoroughly cleaning our office space, we are providing hand sanitizer, audio wipes, and surface wipes as well … [Read more...]