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What Is a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) and What Do They Treat?

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on September 25, 2026

A doctor of audiology is a healthcare professional with a doctoral degree specializing in hearing, tinnitus, and balance care. Audiologists perform advanced diagnostic evaluations and craft personalized treatment plans tailored to your lifestyle. Seeing a licensed clinical specialist ensures you receive science-backed care rather than basic retail hearing aid sales. Understanding your auditory health starts with choosing the right specialist to guide your care journey. Memorial Hearing [...]

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OTC vs. Prescription Hearing Aids: Which Option is Right for You?

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on May 18, 2026

Hearing is about more than just volume; it’s about your connection to the world around you. Whether you are a professional navigating high-stakes meetings in the Energy Corridor, a musician performing across the Greater Houston Metroplex, or a grandparent in the Memorial area wanting to catch every whispered secret, your hearing health deserves more than a "one size fits all" approach. For over 15 years, Dr. Elly Pourasef and the team at Memorial Hearing have been providing Houston’s Trusted [...]

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Tinnitus and Diet: 5 Common Foods That Might Be Spiking Your Ringing

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on April 13, 2026

Tinnitus is an intermittent or constant ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears that can make it hard to sleep, focus, or go about your day. Many people wonder if caffeine causes tinnitus or which foods they should avoid to get relief. What you eat can make tinnitus more noticeable, especially if your diet includes caffeine, too much salt, added sugars, or certain additives. These ingredients can affect blood flow, nerve activity, and fluid balance in your inner ear. If changing your diet does not [...]

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Hearing Aid Supplies in Houston, TX

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Posted by Memorial Hearing on May 28, 2025

When you depend on the use of a hearing aid, the one thing you can’t afford is to have it not working. In order to ensure you are never stuck in this predicament, at Memorial Hearing, we keep everything you need on hand. Don’t go without the benefit of your hearing aid due to receiver failure or malfunction when help is available with a call to Memorial Hearing for all your Houston hearing aid supplies. Hearing Aid Batteries All batteries need to be replaced routinely, and sometimes they run [...]

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