The Best Audiologists in Fairmont

6 Reasons to Visit

1. We believe that educated patients are our best patients.
   Our expertise and variety of services mean you get the care you deserve. 
2. Detailed audiometric testing means we address the specific nature of your unique hearing loss. 
3. State-of-the-art hearing aids optimize your ability to hear. 
4. We offer exact hearing aid fitting and programming to your satisfaction. 
5. Exceptional follow-up care means you get ongoing, personalized customer service. 
6. We absolutely love what we do!

What Is a Hearing Instrument Specialist?

Hearing instrument specialists are health care professionals who specialize in recommending and fitting appropriate hearing aid technology. They are typically up-to-date on the latest technology and accessories available in the field, and are experienced in performing and evaluating basic hearing tests.

Hearing instrument specialists must be either board-certified or licensed by the state. Most states also require an apprenticeship or a specified period of practical experience before they are licensed.

Other common terms are licensed hearing aid dispensers and audioprosthologists.

What Is an Otolaryngologist?

Otolaryngologists are physicians (M.D.s) who specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases of the ears, nose, mouth, and throat. Trained in both medicine and surgery, otolaryngologists typically treat the types of profound hearing loss that require pharmaceutical or surgical treatment, like a cochlear implant. These types of hearing loss include loss caused by trauma, infection, or benign tumors in the ear.

After completing a medical course of treatment, otolaryngologists often refer patients to an audiologist for the prescription and fitting of digital hearing aids or counseling to help redevelop communication and language-recognition skills.

What Is an Audiologist?

You can think of an audiologist primarily as a hearing doctor. They are a licensed hearing health care professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss and balance disorders in adults and children.

Most audiologists hold a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree, though you might see other degrees within the field (Ph.D., Sc.D., M.S.). Audiologists typically offer the following services: 

• Complete hearing exams 
• Fitting, adjustment, and maintenance of hearing aids 
• Treatment for balance disorders and tinnitus (ringing in the ears) 
• Hearing and speech rehabilitation programs 
  

They have comprehensive knowledge of the hearing and balance systems. They also have extensive training in sound reproduction, which is critical to the accurate fitting and adjustment of hearing aids.