I know I have blogged about this before; however, recently several of my patients have come in after traveling and having problems. Even if you are only going away for the weekend, pack extra wax filters and domes, (if you hearing devices use these). Several patients have recently come in and told me that they couldn’t hear because they didn’t have any wax filters with them. There are dozens of different kinds of domes and filters and you may not be able to locate what you need when you … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2018
Bring a Loved One to Appointment
Why Should I Bring a Loved One To My Appointment? There are a number of reasons why it is helpful to have someone along for your first visit. 1. It gives you an “extra pair of ears” to help you remember what you learn. Sometimes there is a lot of information to remember. 2. It helps you to make better decisions about what you want to do. 3. It helps your partner know how to better communicate with you if you have a hearing loss. Family and friends are always welcome. If … [Read more...]