Broadwater Hearing Care

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hearing Aid Satisfaction

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Hearing aid satisfaction has gone from about 33% in 1984 to 80% in 2014. I know that most people would find this hard to believe because we all know someone who refuses to wear their hearing aids. Most of my patients would tell you that their hearing devices have improved their quality of life greatly. Today's hearing devices can be programmed so exactly for each patient, that we have much greater satisfaction than we did, even 5 years ago. I am truly amazed at what we are able to do … [Read more...]

Holiday Gift of Hearing

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This Holiday Season, give the Gift of Hearing with our Annual Holiday Hearing Aid Exchange. Bring your old hearing aids to Broadwater Hearing Care between November 1st and December 31st. For each hearing aid you donate (up to two), receive a $250 credit toward new hearing aids. Each exchanged hearing aid will be donated to a charitable organization. … [Read more...]

Laser Training for Tinnitus

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It sounds good, doesn’t it? This is another scam aimed at taking money from desperate people. Lasers are either harmless, like a laser pointer, or they damage tissue, like laser surgery. Lasers do not do anything to tinnitus. This is a scam. There is no research behind this “treatment” and it should be avoided. It probably won’t hurt you because the laser isn’t strong enough to do damage, but it certainly can have a negative effect on your wallet. If you are suffering from … [Read more...]

Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids

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Are Over-The-Counter Hearing Aids for You? There has been a lot in the news lately about over-the-counter hearing aids. Are they for you? Possibly, but they probably aren’t your best choice. First, everyone needs a hearing evaluation by a licensed audiologist. Audiologists are the only hearing professionals trained to diagnose hearing loss. Occasionally hearing loss is due to wax impaction or treatable medical problems. You might not even need a hearing aid. Do you have a mild hearing … [Read more...]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, if you come in for a hearing consultation during the month of October, a donation will be made in your name to Women with Purpose. Women with Purpose is a non-profit organization in Tampa Bay, that supports local families dealing with cancer by providing non-medical financial assistance for basic necessities. Learn more about Women with Purpose on their website at: http://www.womenwithpurposefl.org/ Give us a call at 727-323-2471 to schedule … [Read more...]

iPhone or Android?

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Over the last two years, most hearing aid manufacturers have come out with Bluetooth enabled hearing devices. The technology has improved accessibility for hearing device wearers. With Bluetooth enabled hearing devices, you can stream calls, audiobooks, and music from you enabled cell phone. If you are an early adaptor of technology, the iPhone is for you. Because Apple uses a single platform, Bluetooth enabled hearing devices will work with iPhones, iPads and some other devices. … [Read more...]

Buying Hearing Aids on EBay

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What could go wrong? Hearing aids are always listed for sale on EBay. If you are tempted by a “great deal”, think twice. A lot of the newer hearing aids that are being sold on EBay were purchased by the Veteran’s Administration, for VA patients. These hearing aids are registered in the patient’s name and are technically owned by the VA. If you buy these hearing aids, they have no warranty because the warranty is only for the original owner. Additionally, if they need to go in for … [Read more...]

Hearing Device vs Noise Canceling Headphones

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Why Isn’t Hearing Device Noise Management the Same as Noise Canceling Headphones? I often hear from my patient’s that they still hear background noise with their hearing devices. Wouldn’t it be nice if they worked like noise canceling headphones? There are a few things to keep in mind. Most noise canceling headphones were designed for use on airplanes. The noise on an airplane consists of constant engine noise. The sound rarely changes throughout the flight. If you wear your … [Read more...]

Event Sept 6 – Discussion on Hearing Protection

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Join us on Sept. 6, 2017 - 3:00pm - for a Discussion about Hearing Protection. We will go over the various types of hearing protection available for different activities (concerts, bands, motor cycling, organized sports, mowing, shooting, etc.) and how to use them effectively. If you would like to attend, please RSVP at 727-323-2471. We look forward to seeing you. We will be serving light refreshments. Susan E. Terry, Au.D., F-AAA, F-NAP Doctor of Audiology Board … [Read more...]

Special September Promotion

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Special Promotion for the Month of September When you Purchase a pair of Oticon Opn One Hearing Aids, you will receive one free accessory (choose from a TV Adapter 3.0, Remote Control 3.0, ConnectClip, Phone Adapter, or USB Adapter) - a $225.00 value. Call 727-323-2471 for more information. Susan E. Terry, Au.D., F-AAA, F-NAP Doctor of Audiology Board Certified P.S. We are here to help, if you have any questions about your hearing feel free to give us a call at 727-323-2471. … [Read more...]