More than 28 million Americans suffer from sensorineural hearing loss or “nerve deafness” caused by the damage or deterioration of the tiny sound-sensing hair cells in the inner ear. Although hearing loss is the natural result of aging, hearing loss can also result from exposure to loud noise, illness and infections, head trauma, birth defects, certain drugs or even the mumps or measles.

Hearing loss isn’t a condition found only in older adults. In fact, nearly half of the persons with hearing loss are below the age of 65. A recent clinical study by the Department of Veterans Affairs and National Institute of Health confirmed that hearing aids provide a substantial benefit to users in both quiet and noisy situations, and add much to improve the quality of life for persons with hearing loss. In other words, you don’t have to suffer with hearing loss...

Take the first important step and call an Audiologist for the appropriate information.

Why consult an Audiologist?

Audiologists are the professionals dedicated to helping people with hearing problems. In the United States, the majority of hearing aids are dispensed by licensed audiologists. An audiologist will conduct a comprehensive diagnostic hearing assessment to determine the type and severity of your hearing loss. This is a far more in depth evaluation than the screening hearing test you may receive in your physician’s office. Then a comprehensive hearing aid evaluation will be used to determine which hearing aids are the most appropriate for you. In addition to properly fitting your hearing aids, an audiologist can provide follow-up care, hearing aid accessories and training for you and your family members.

Audiologists are trained in the prevention, diagnosis and non-medical treatment of hearing disorders. Audiologists provide hearing services at medical centers, hospitals, clinics, schools and, as I do, in private practices. A qualified audiologist holds a graduate or doctoral degree from an accredited university; has obtained state licensure; completed a full-time clinical internship; and passed national competency examinations. Audiologists use the most advanced computerized procedures and state-of-the-art equipment to individualize the fitting of your hearing aids.

The American Academy of Audiology guides its member audiologist with a rigid Code of Ethics requiring the highest standards of diagnostic and other hearing services.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at:

Karen M. Martin, Au.D

Doctor of Audiology

262-3224 · 167 Warehouse Avenue, Soldotna