An Audiologist You Can Trust in Trinity, FL
It may be time to speak with an audiologist if you’ve noticed changes in your hearing. An audiologist is a medical professional who is uniquely trained to diagnose and address issues related to hearing loss, as well as balance disorders and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). At Scotch Institute of Ear Nose & Throat, we offer a full spectrum of audiology services as well as comprehensive treatment for ear, nose, and throat conditions to patients in the Trinity, Florida, area.
World-Class Audiology Services, Close to Home
Scotch Institute of ENT is led by Dr. Brett Scotch, a board-certified otolaryngologist who works hand in hand with other ENT physicians and in-house audiologists to provide comprehensive hearing evaluation and treatment for hearing loss. This is significant, because retail stores that sell hearing devices rarely offer the expertise of both an audiologist and an otolaryngologist. As our patient, you will receive a thorough head and neck evaluation to determine what is to blame for your symptoms. In some cases, easily treatable conditions such as infections or earwax impaction are responsible for hearing loss.
In the event that your ENT physician and audiologist determine that you could benefit from a hearing aid, you won’t need to travel to a specialty store or a wholesale club to find the device you need. That’s because we offer a wide selection of top-of-the-line hearing aids right in our office. Here you will be able to test out various devices from foremost brands like Widex, Phonak, Starkey, and Oticon and find the perfect option for you. Our inventory includes many of the most popular hearing aids with features like rechargeable batteries and smartphone pairing. We can even repair your hearing aid, if necessary.
When to Visit an Audiologist
You may think the signs of hearing loss are obvious, but this isn’t always the case. Often, hearing loss is a slow and subtle process. Consider visiting an audiologist if any of the following scenarios apply to you:
- You have difficulty understanding others during conversations, particularly with women or children who have higher-pitched voices.
- It’s hard to understand what others are saying over the phone.
- Friends or family members comment on how loud the volume is on your TV or radio.
- You’re unable to have conversations in noisy places, such as a crowded restaurant or concert venue.
- You notice clicking, buzzing, or ringing sounds in your ears.
- You are frequently exposed to loud noises, such as airplane engines, loud music, or sounds from construction machinery.
- You are older than 60 and have not had your hearing tested in more than one year.
Take the Next Step
Contact Scotch Institute of Ear Nose & Throat today or go on our website to schedule an appointment with an audiologist on our team. Our practice has convenient locations in Trinity and Wesley Chapel and accepts most health insurance plans. Patients who are interested in having a telemedicine consultation can click here to give us a call to learn more.
