by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Sep 9, 2019 | Frequently Asked Questions, Patient Resources
When it comes to hearing loss, there is no one-size-fits-all diagnosis or solution. Because hearing loss is unique to each individual, seeking a hearing assessment from a trained audiologist is the best way to address the issue head-on. Your hearing assessment can not...
by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Aug 20, 2019 | Guides & Tips, Patient Resources, Technology
The use of hearing aids can be an absolute life-changer for those who have experienced hearing loss. Treating hearing loss significantly lowers the chances of dementia, anxiety, and depression in older adults. Eight out of ten hearing aid wearers say that they have...
by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Jul 9, 2019 | Patient Resources
Suffering from dizziness is hard. Uncertainty about taking a step or leaning down to pick something up is physically taxing and emotionally draining. Other vestibular disorder symptoms such as vertigo, gaze instability, and/or imbalance and falls are equally...
by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Jun 4, 2019 | Guides & Tips, Patient Resources
Sound surrounds life’s cherished moments. The jolly chuckle of your wise Grandpa. The delighted squeals of your children racing inside at the crinkle of a candy wrapper. Being able to hear these sounds is a unique gift. Unfortunately, millions of Americans...
by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Apr 28, 2019 | Frequently Asked Questions
If you’ve ever had Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), chances are you won’t forget it. While everyone will experience it differently, BPPV causes vertigo–an unexpected but false sense of spinning–and is the most common among inner ear...
by Dr. Debra L. Hamila, Au.D., CCC/A | Apr 27, 2019 | Patient Resources
If you have new or increased hearing loss, adjusting to the problem can be a daily challenge. When you have a hearing loss, you have to learn new ways to communicate with loved ones, navigate shopping trips and other outings and watch danger when out in public. There...
