Hearing Aid Fitting

Hearing Aid Evaluation

A hearing aid evaluation will be scheduled.  During this appointment we will:

• Evaluate your hearing needs
• Ask you questions about your lifestyle and communication goals
• Discuss the advantages and limitations of different hearing devices
• Provide you with a choice of appropriate hearing aids that range in style and price
• Discuss the impact of the hearing aid choices with you
• Take any measurements and impressions of the ear necessary to order the hearing aid

Hearing Aid Fitting

A hearing aid fitting will be scheduled next.  During this appointment we will:

• Make sure the hearing aid fits you properly and make any necessary adjustments
• Program the hearing aids based on your hearing test results
• Make any adjustments to the hearing aids to suit your individual needs
• Explain how the hearing aids work and show you how to use them properly
• Show you how to clean and take care of the hearing aids
• Discuss realistic expectations and strategies with you and your family members
• Discuss the 30-day trial period and hearing aid warranty, including repair, loss, and damage

Hearing Aid Follow-up Appointments

Hearing Aid Follow-up Appointments are perhaps the most important piece to a successful hearing aid fitting.  These are crucial to ensure the hearing aids are providing you with optimal benefit.  There are typically 2 or 3 initial follow-up appointments within the first month of a hearing aid fitting, and can occur at any time afterwards.  During these appointments we will:

• Discuss with you how things are progressing with the hearing aids
• Discuss with you and family members methods to optimize hearing aid use
• Address any problems or concerns you may have with your new hearing aids
• Clean and maintain the hearing aids
• Make adjustments to the hearing aids to improve sound quality and benefit
• Discuss cleaning and maintenance methods as needed