At the heart of the Budge Hearing and Balance Clinic are our highly skilled audiologists. These healthcare professionals specialize in diagnosing, managing, and treating hearing and balance disorders. Audiologists play a crucial role in assessing hearing loss, fitting and dispensing hearing aids, and providing auditory rehabilitation. They are also trained to evaluate and treat balance disorders, ensuring that patients receive holistic care tailored to their specific needs.
Our audiologists perform a variety of essential functions, including:
- Conducting comprehensive hearing evaluations to diagnose hearing loss and related conditions.
- Fitting and programming hearing aids, ensuring that each device is customized for optimal performance and comfort.
- Providing auditory rehabilitation services to help patients adjust to hearing aids and improve their listening skills.
- Performing balance assessments and developing treatment plans for balance disorders.
- Educating patients and their families about hearing and balance health, prevention strategies, and available treatments.