Be a better listener

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“Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” —Stephen Covey, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People We share a lot of great information here on the Associated Audiologists blog about hearing health and how to hear your best. But even those with excellent hearing can struggle with listening well. We’ve put together a few tips for becoming an expert … Read More

Lessons from 40 Years of Hearing Your Best

Associated Audiologists 40th anniversary 2025, Kansas City

As part of our 40th anniversary celebration during 2025, we’re putting together a series of reflections on the core values that have helped Associated Audiologists, Inc. be a solid presence in the Kansas City area and beyond over the years. This is Part 1 of the series. Part 1: Personal Relationships with our Patients Early in May, our audiologists gathered … Read More

Celebrate hearing health with us in May!

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The month of May is full of special observances: Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, graduations, and end-of-school celebrations. For Associated Audiologists, Inc., it’s also the month that we’re recognizing the 40th anniversary of our practice! We’ll have more news and updates for you on the anniversary celebrations throughout the month, but in the meantime, here’s one more special recognition to add … Read More

5 Questions and Answers About Audiologists

Questions and Answers About Audiologists

An audiologist is a doctoral-level professional who can diagnose and treat hearing loss, as well as recommend and fit prescription hearing aids. These highly skilled professionals can significantly impact your success in wearing hearing aids. If you notice you’re having problems hearing, it may be time to have a diagnostic hearing evaluation. But who can you turn to perform this … Read More

Donate Used Hearing Aids to Help Others Enjoy the Gift of Sound

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Hearing loss is one of the most common issues facing many, but affording hearing aids is an issue for some individuals. If you have gently used hearing aids, consider donating them to an organization that refurbishes or recycles them, giving others the gift of hearing. If you have recently replaced your hearing aids with the latest model, or you have … Read More

Are Patients Truly Satisfied with Their Hearing Aids?

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What Contributes to Real Hearing Aid Satisfaction? Let’s face it. Hearing aids are an investment in your health, and one you want to be sure is well worth it. So, how do you know if you’ll be satisfied with your hearing aids? It’s hard to make any guarantees. After all, much depends on the professional you work with, the type … Read More

Bill Would Improve Access to Medicare Audiology Services

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The American Academy of Audiology (AAA), Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA), and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) have endorsed the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act of 2023, bipartisan legislation introduced recently that would provide seniors with more timely and robust access to services provided by audiologists. The bill is an updated version of similar legislation introduced in previous Congresses that … Read More

Audiology Awareness Month

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If you’ve noticed you’re having difficulty hearing lately, you may be looking for someone who can help you understand what’s going on with your hearing, why you’re having problems, and if there’s help available. The good news is there are many types of professionals who care for people with problems related to their ears and hearing. But an audiologist is … Read More

Don’t Wait Until End of Year to Get Hearing Checked

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Schedule Your Year-End Hearing Evaluation Today The clock is ticking down on 2023, and though there are still a few weeks left on the calendar, if you’re considering having your hearing checked and possibly buying prescription hearing aids soon, you should schedule that appointment now. Why? Because typically, end-of-the-year appointments are hard to come by. Many individuals wait until the … Read More

Countless Reasons to Choose Associated Audiologists

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With all the “noise” in the marketplace, it’s tough to know who to trust with your hearing health, but there’s only one Associated Audiologists. We pride ourselves on helping our patients hear their best, taking the time to meet with each patient and family, establishing a relationship, providing personalized recommendations, and offering outstanding and convenient service. Let’s review some other … Read More