Patient Resources
What Are Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids?
Over-the-counter hearing aids, OTCs, are hearing devices that are sold off the shelf directly to consumers. The FDA does not regulate them, and as such, they are also known as PSAPs (personal sound amplification products). However, they are gaining popularity and with...
OTC Hearing Devices vs. Traditional Hearing Aids
Choosing the right solution for you is our main concern. There are a lot of options out there and it can be very difficult to sift through all the information. Some OTC hearing devices can do more harm than good if not applied properly. We have compiled a list of the...
Should I Buy an OTC Hearing Device?
An OTC hearing device could be a more cost-effective way to improve your hearing if you fit the products that are on the market. There are many questions to ask before you commit to an OTC vs. an FDA-approved hearing aid. Who Qualifies for an OTC? If you experience...
Get Your Hearing Aids Cleaned in Maryland
Background noise causes most people with hearing loss to avoid social events, family gatherings, or going out to eat. However, those who wear hearing aids can go out on the town and live an active social life without skipping a beat. Filtering out background noise is...
Why I Support the House Bill 161 and Senate Bill 379 – The Licensure of Audiology Assistants
Caring for the long-term hearing health of our patients, our state, and our country is a big part of our mission at Audiology Associates. That’s why on February 2nd, I testified in front of the Maryland Health and Government Operations (HGO) Committee in support of...
Should I Upgrade My Hearing Aid?
If your hearing aid stops working, you'll want to have it repaired or replaced as soon as possible. But should you consider upgrading to a new device if your current hearing aid is still working? When patients ask me this, my answer is always "maybe." Upgrading to a...
How Much Will My Hearing Aids Cost to Repair?
Are you so frustrated with the poor performance of your hearing aid that you are ready to toss it in the junk drawer with all your other useless electronic gadgets? Besides being a waste of money, the cost of abandoning your hearing aids adds up to a greater risk of...
Congratulations to the Winner of our Hear for the Holidays Giveaway!
In case you missed it, back in November we gave someone special the opportunity of winning access to our comprehensive hearing care and a personalized hearing aid fitting, free of charge. At Audiology Associates, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to...
ON AIR – Continuing Series with Talk Radio 680 WCBM
In case you didn’t hear - we got the opportunity to be on air with Jeff Michaels and talk about our in-depth knowledge as specialists in the hearing care industry. To listen in full, click on the play button below:...
On Air – Talk Radio 680 WCBM Interviews Audiology Associates
The past few weeks have been exciting for us at Audiology Associates! In particular, we were delighted to have our work recognized on our favorite program, Talk Radio 680 WCBM. It was such an honor to hear our co-founder, Dr. Melissa Segev, chatting with Jeff Michaels...