Category: Audiologist

Yes, I'm an Audiologist

When I dropped off lab coats at the cleaner this week, I was greeted by a new employee. As he unloaded my bundle he pretended to give himself a shot in the backside, and then asked me where I worked. When I replied, he cupped his ear and gave the never-gets-old response “what?!” Most people... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
June 24, 2019 at 11:21 am • 

Be wary of free....

Why do we see ads for free hearing tests? Because it is a fabulous marketing tool to get you in the door and a way to attract a potential hearing aid wearer. Hearing loss is a medical condition and the provider you choose may overlook this fact. Your health is tied to hearing in more... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
June 3, 2019 at 11:35 am • 

I have a hard time getting my hearing aid in

If you currently wear hearing aids and have a hard time inserting them into your ear canal, here are a few tips. If an impression of your ear was taken for a hearing aid or earmold, it was designed for a perfect fit. A custom-built product is like a puzzle piece. If it’s not in... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
May 20, 2019 at 10:55 am • 
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What Does an Audiologist Really Do?

Yes, we help people with hearing and balance. We educate on ear protection and provide relief for those with tinnitus. But I believe, Audiologists do so much more. An Audiologist improves the quality of one’s life. An Audiologist prevents social isolation. Participation in social activities actually increases lifespan. An Audiologist can help to reduce the... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
May 13, 2019 at 10:17 am • 

Get The Care You Deserve

It’s not just a shiny, new hearing aid advertised at a great price. It’s not about a product that needs 100 people to test it, or a hearing aid that’s backed by a celebrity. We all know that a hearing aid is a piece of very expensive electronics. It’s only of value if it’s in... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
May 7, 2019 at 5:22 pm • 

The Future of Hearing Aids Is Here

The Future of Hearing Aids Is Here
This is the most exciting time for anyone who wears a hearing aid. Technology has never been better and it changes rapidly. As an Audiologist who works with 6 major manufacturers, its getting pretty hard to keep up. Even the simplest solutions are packed with great features. Computer chips process at lightning rate speeds. Hearing... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
April 22, 2019 at 12:33 pm • 
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Four Suggestions for Better Hearing

If you’re like me, missing the start of a conversation causes some embarrassment. It’s also harder to follow dialogue in noisy restaurants. Our ability to hear changes as we age. Add to that family history, noise exposure or any medical condition that’s related and voila, you have the recipe for reduced hearing. Here are a... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
April 15, 2019 at 11:51 am • 

Calling all Audiologists. The future is bright!

Rumor has it that private practice audiology is dying. Don’t let the naysayers get in your head. Yes, there are not enough Au.D. graduates and we need more students interested in the profession. It is also true that many of the hearing aid manufacturers and insurance companies have their hand in the pie. Big box... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
April 8, 2019 at 12:07 pm • 

Say Yes To Hearing Help!

  Having trouble hearing? If the answer is YES, then there is help! If a medical professional has told you that there is no help for your hearing, it’s time for a second opinion. When you seek advice from a hearing professional because you are having difficulty hearing and you are told that you can’t... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
March 18, 2019 at 11:54 am • 
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Why Can't I Wear One Hearing Aid?

It always amazes me how frequently this question pops up. Who would ask for a monocle when both eyes need correction? Yet when it comes to ears, it’s a common request. Our hearing is at it’s best when the ears work as a team and there are three major benefits. The first is better hearing... Read more »
By Dr. Sheri Gostomelsky,
March 11, 2019 at 10:24 am •