{"id":241,"date":"2021-11-08T18:16:50","date_gmt":"2021-11-08T23:16:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westernmichiganent.fm1.dev\/the-best-audiological-care-starts-here\/"},"modified":"2022-09-15T12:47:49","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T16:47:49","slug":"audiologist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/westernmichiganent.com\/audiologist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Audiological Care Starts Here"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What can an audiologist do?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Our augiologists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and management of hearing and balance disorders. 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Common testing methods involve physical inspection, pressure instrumentation, pitch and tone testing and speech recognition.\"\n }\n }\n ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/westernmichiganent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/should-you-see-an-audiologist.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-848 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Our mission is to provide the best and most up-to-date audiological and hearing aid services to our patients. We give caring and honest service, as if each patient is&nbsp;our own loved one. We hope that our services and products will exceed your&nbsp;expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You See an Audiologist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Audiologists work with patients of all ages, treating infants, children and adults for a variety of hearing and balance problems\u2014they provide services that include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Fitting and dispensing hearing aids<\/li><li>Administering hearing and balance tests<\/li><li>Counseling patients and their families on communication strategies<\/li><li>Designing and implementing hearing conservation programs and newborn hearing screenings<\/li><li>Performing ear-related surgical monitoring<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/westernmichiganent.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/how-is-hearing-loss-treated.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-849 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is Hearing Loss Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Setup an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We can help you schedule an appointment with the right specialist for your needs. Hearing loss is common, and an in-person visit is the first step towards treatment. Family members or friends are always welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. See an Audiologist for a Hearing Evaluation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An audiologist will test your hearing to determine the cause and severity of your hearing loss. They will answer all of your questions and work with you to find the right treatment solution for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Have Your Hearing Aid Fitted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After helping you choose the treatment plan that is right for you, we\u2019ll guide you through the hearing aid fitting process, and our audiology team will provide ongoing support every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Follow-Up Consultation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A follow-up visit is typically scheduled 1-2 weeks after your initial fitting. Your audiologist will work with you to make further adjustments, answer any additional questions and provide ongoing support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you suspect you have hearing loss, you aren\u2019t alone. Now really is the best time for treatment. Your audiologist is ready to help you on your new journey, so call us today to learn more and take the first step towards better hearing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"content-cta\">\n<p>Call Western Michigan ENT at <a href=\"tel:+12313989536\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(231) 398-9536<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our mission is to provide the best and most up-to-date audiological and hearing aid services to our patients. 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