Hearing Loss

What is Covid-19? Coronaviruses are a relatively large family of viruses that may cause illness ranging widely in severity. The first documented case of severe illness caused by a coronavirus [...]

Hearing as a sense is obviously very important at any time in life, as it is necessary in traditional communication. The importance of hearing and communication for those going through the last [...]

RESTON, Va., November 29, 2017—The American Academy of Audiology warned the public to be careful in purchasing loud and noisy toys for children this holiday season. Recognizing that tiny ears are [...]

The human ear can be divided functionally into 3 sections: the outer, middle and inner ear. All three parts work together to conduct sounds from our listening environment to the brain for [...]

Hearing is precious! When you struggle to hear words spoken by friends and family it can be quite frustrating. Tension, resentment, and feelings of helplessness are often experienced with [...]

Zika virus (ZIKV) has become increasingly present in the news since 2015 when it rapidly spread across the Americas.  Symptoms of the virus can range from a fever and rash to more severe symptoms [...]

Certainly when one encounters hearing difficulty they themselves are often the last to know as they base normal upon themselves and their experience. Many times it is ones significant other that [...]

Do your ears ring, buzz, hum, roar, etc? This manifestation is known as tinnitus. Tinnitus can be a mild aggravation or, in some cases, debilitating. Over the years I have encountered thousands [...]

Hearing loss is not picky! It is something that can affect people of any age, gender, and ethnic background. Often stereotyped as just an old age symptom, many people disregard their hearing [...]

As a child, I have vivid memory of Dr. Shepard, my family doctor. The good doctor lived in a large two story white house in a nice area of town and had his office on a portion of the main floor. [...]