Speech challenges may stem from hearing issues that an audiologist can diagnose. Ruling out challenges with an audiologist by scheduling a hearing test before speech therapy can help speech therapists zero in on the right therapy programs. Undiagnosed hearing problems, even those caused by mild colds, can interfere with speech therapy and learning. It’s hard… Continue reading Why Your Child Should See an Audiologist Before Starting Speech Therapy
Category: Audiology
What Is a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) and What Do They Treat?
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… Continue reading What Is a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) and What Do They Treat?
Cognivue Cognitive Screening
Annual hearing evaluations are an important part of your overall health. You regularly see a physician for your yearly physical, you visit the dentist twice each year, and you should see your audiologist once per year as well. At your exam, there are a few tests the audiologist might conduct. One of those tests may… Continue reading Cognivue Cognitive Screening
What Is Real Ear Measurement?
When you need a new hearing aid, you need to turn to a team that relies on Real Ear Measurement. Memorial Hearing uses precisely this to make sure you get the best-sized hearing aid. There are numerous benefits of real ear measurements, so make sure you get one before you purchase any hearing aid. What… Continue reading What Is Real Ear Measurement?
What to Expect at Your First Audiology Appointment
If you’ve developed hearing issues, it can be a confusing and scary time. But there’s nothing to fear! Dr. Elly Pourasef is an audiologist in Houston and is here to walk you through what your first audiology appointment will look like. While it’s perfectly natural to feel nervous, just remember that you’re on the path… Continue reading What to Expect at Your First Audiology Appointment
7 Reasons You Should See an Audiologist for a Hearing Assessment
According to statistics from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, about 20 percent of Americans have at least some hearing loss during their lifetime. In people over the age of 65, NIDCD says that statistic increases to 30 percent. 7 Reasons to Make an Audiologist Appointment Whether your general practitioner recommends seeing… Continue reading 7 Reasons You Should See an Audiologist for a Hearing Assessment