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Audiology is the study of hearing disorders through the identification and measurement of hearing loss, as well as the rehabilitation of persons with hearing impairments. An audiologist is a professional who diagnoses, treats, and manages individuals with hearing loss and/or balance problems. Audiologists have received a Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited university graduate program with in-depth training in the prevention, identification, assessment, and non-medical treatment of hearing and balance disorders. Their academic and clinical training provides the foundation for management of patients from birth through adulthood.
An audiologist is a hearing specialist trained in identifying hearing problems and managing those that cannot be treated medically. An audiologist can conduct tests to evaluate hearing problems, and, if necessary, will refer you to a medical specialist. Hearing loss is caused by medical problems about 10% of the time. Audiologists are trained to recognize these medical problems and refer patients to physicians when the hearing or balance problem requires medical or surgical evaluation or treatment. Our team of Ear, Nose, and Throat physicians and certified audiologists want you to hear more clearly. The ENT Center of Central Georgia and Georgia Hearing Institute is dedicated to using the latest medical treatment and hearing aid technology available to give you the best care possible.
Hearing loss is the third most common health problem in the United States. More than 31 million Americans have some type of hearing problem. |
