Patient Resources
Is an Audiologist the Right Choice for Your Hearing Healthcare?
In the audiological world, May is celebrated as Better Hearing Month, and we are excited to dedicate this month to raise awareness of how important it is to get your hearing checked regularly. Just like how you go to the eye doctor or the dentist, your audiologist is...
ON AIR – Talk Radio – What is an OTC Hearing Aid?
Not long ago, Talk Radio invited us on the show to talk about all things hearing. With an average of 433,000 listeners per week, it’s our opportunity to promote the awareness of healthy hearing and inspire others to take action. Using Melissa Segev’s wealth of...
ON AIR – Melissa Segev with Talk Radio 680 WCBM
Did you know that we now have our own slot on Talk Radio? We still can’t believe it either! The awareness of better hearing is so important, and we are honored to be able to use Talk Radio as a platform to help others. If it’s just one listener that resonates with...
What Happens at a Hearing Assessment?
Despite being one of our most important senses, hearing doesn’t usually get the care it needs or deserves. Hearing loss affects one-eighth of all Americans, and with the rise in technology and the use of headphones, there is more strain than ever on our hearing....
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...