The 5 Things You Should EXPECT During A Hearing Aid Fitting Appointment

[@Blondie2276]

I have moderate sensorneural loss. And akready had 3 test done at school 2 done by professionals. The lasy one was PROFESSIONAL. and she sent me a chart and says i have moderate sensorneural loss and i could very much be qualified for hearong aids. I dont wskt any hearing aids that aint outside the ear. I cant stand anything bring in my ear that i dont feel on the outside of it.

[@1brandy1946]

These videos are life savers. I'll be a first time hearing aid wearer at 73 yrs young when I get fitted next week. So excited to hear TV once again and not the muffled words. I specifically asked my provider if they did Real Ear Measurement and he assured me that they do. I went in with a list of situations I wanted to hear in and questions I needed answered from watching your instructional videos. He was impressed that I came in prepared and he answered all of them. I refuse to be a statistic for purchasing aids and then tossing into a drawer when they don't seem to do what I think they should. There will be return trips for adjustments until it's right if necessary. Thank you so much for caring so passionately about hearing and sharing your knowledge to the general public. Since I live in the Phoenix area, you can bet your boots I'll be making an appointment with you if I don't get full satisfaction. LOL

[@yaokunding3701]

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[@lauramaeda7214]

Thanks!

[@DrCliffAuD]

Thank you Laura!

[@fredhuffman4335]

Watching Dr Cliff's videos have done more to educate me than all the brochures and websites and other audiologists, including mine. KZbin gives time to listen, which the local Aud.Dr does not have. Their time is money and would have to be charged. Thx Dr. Cliff!

[@eileenmassandy991]

Fred Huffman I agree

[@swedishbob_7315]

Damn Straight

[@dukebeach1]

Fantastic information! Thank you so much. Who thumbs down this content??? "Oh no! I sure don't want to be educated or informed on something I'm going to spend $4-6K on!"

[@nonacee5065]

Getting my first pair this week and ordered bright red Resounds. Thought I may as well embrace it and when I update my next pair of glasses I'll get the frames to match. Getting old sucks but you may as well have fun with it.

[@DrCliffAuD]

I love the Bright RED Resound Quattros! 😍

[@Richard-mz7qu]

Me too Nona, me too. This must be the older folks social media. Lol I wish you well my dear

[@bryanhauschild4376]

I am getting the brightest color, in case I drop them somewhere that I can see them and they won’t be camouflaged. The brightest color Jabras have is Bronze.

[@maryinaclemens4184]

Love your perspective! Everyone who tries to encourage me to get HAs, tells me “ oh, they’re so small, no one will know you’re wearing HAs! “ I don’t freaking care about what people think about hearing aids! I just want to hear! 😂 I may get red ones, too!

[@nonacee5065]

@@maryinaclemens4184 yes, I still love the colour and it's been 4 years. Must admit that I can go a while without wearing them and when I do, it's amazingly loud which I can adjust through the app. They are great but I actually enjoy the muted sounds upon taking them out, except for the constant tinnitus, oh well. Have fun, make the most of it. I'm embracing being an old lady, we can get away with so much, ha, ha.

[@isseysgirl]

I'm knew to hearing aids and I havent received mine yet. I go get them on Thursday. I was worried about a lot of things, but this video has helped calm my nerves so much. I think I am now knowledgeable enough to go into this appointment and know what to expect. Thank you so much.

[@Richard-mz7qu]

Another great video filled with incredibly important information and guidance! Thank you Dr. Cliff!

[@aliciabaum3734]

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[@kenvik-q5t]

This Cr. Cliff video presentation along with his Real Ear Measurement is the most fundamental to successful usage of our HA. And still the subjectivity of HA wearing along with appropriate knowledge and right expectations keep many HA wearers of taking a full advantage of wearing HA in all particular environments. HA iPhone apps like one of the most advanced Resound app is still not addressed by audiologists in assisting patients in their own capabilities to improve preset programs and HA usage? Maybe Dr. Cliff will address this important issue.

[@dameionnotte286]

can you do a video of a fitting? I'd love to see how it's done

[@jerryumfress9030]

I'm in Tennessee, and I've made an appointment with a hearing aid specialist this coming Monday morning. This information you've provided in this video will be beneficial for sure

[@drummerdaveshouse5848]

Thank you Dr. I’m glad I watched your video because I’m going in for a third evaluation this coming Monday and up to now there was a lot of things I didn’t know what to look for and what questions to ask. Thank you so much.

[@maryinaclemens4184]

Thank you so much for your detailed info, which is encouraging me to go ahead and get HAs, regardless of how much little things on my body scratch, itch or just plain annoy 😊

[@sassyseniorjojo8333]

I am binge watching your videos. Fantastic.

[@eileenmassandy991]

Me too

[@AminaMohammadi-p8y]

Hello thanks a lot for your information. I have some questions, please. 1: is there any continuing education required for this perfectional? 2: what types of patients do they work with and what are some treatments they would use? 3: what other types of professions would this person work with??? Waiting for your reply! 😊

[@Brineytoes]

Seeing my new AuD tomorrow, and got my questionnaire by email to fill out. Thank you for the tips!

[@Christopher-pm1tz]

Thank you for your channel 🙏🏼 I learned this week, at 34 years old, that I have had hearing loss probably my whole life and I’m learning so much. I feel like I’ll be in a much better place to make wise decisions when I finally get my hearing aids!

[@adewumiojetoyinbo5350]

love to learn much about real ear measurement as an audiologist

[@RonnieKaufman1]

Please see my response to Duncan, regarding custom molds. Dr Olson really gets how much better these are...they fit better...they eliminate squealing feedback...makes all the difference in the world. You MUST get follow up fittings and adjustments, from your audiologist, as Dr Olson states...he’s so right. Trust me..I’m a retired speech pathologist, with training in Audiology. I’m very HOH...I have mixed hearing loss in one ear and sensorineural hearing loss in the other other ear...had to retire because I’ve become so impaired.

[@allent1034]

I just had my Costco fitting appointment three days ago. I believe they followed all the steps except the subjective questionnaire. So far I haven't noticed any new sounds but lots of amplified annoying sounds.

[@pssriram]

Thanks for this useful info. I'm going for my fitting appointment tomorrow morning for a new pair of Signia Motion Charge & Go C & SPx

[@Papa-qv6ep]

My audiologist programmed my aids to slowly increase over the course of a month. I had hearing aids about nine years ago and could not get used to the loud noises. I had moved and could not find anyone to service my phonex hearing aids so I just stopped using them.

[@larrycavallucci3258]

I guess I was looking for different info, since I will be getting my New Hearing aids fitted tomorrow. So none of this really applies to me yet.

[@davidgolden4127]

Very good video. How do you determine if a person should be wearing a custom mold or a dome? I currently have a custom mold in my left ear which has sever hearing loss and a dome in my right. My hearing in the right has gotten worse and I am scheduled for a new hearing test. How do you determine if it is time for a custom mold in my right ear? Thanks,

[@smackdownosnap2112]

What's a dome?

[@annapurple18362]

Domes are used for those with mild to mild-moderate hearing loss. Generally the low frequencies (250-1kHz) are looked at and if they're below around 25-30dB, we would start considering custom moulds. This is to ensure less sounds escape as the mould has a snugger fit than a dome. Also if you require amplification above a certain amount, the sound is more likely to leak out of the ear canal and this is picked up by the microphone of the hearing aid causing a feedback loop which can cause your hearing aid to whistle. Hope this has helped!

[@sunnymountain1657]

I have just found you Dr. Cliff and I am learning so very much. I have worn HAs since 2004 and had about 4 different brands Presently, I have Signia Pure 13BT which I'm pretty happy with. My problem is that I do not think my AuD is fitting me to my fullest potential for me or what my HAs are capable of. I'm frustrated. I'm writing notes and will be discussing some things that I have learned from you videos with her this coming week. Thanks for all the videos - You are fantastic.

[@stevenolsen6360]

9-2-2024, yes I had real ear measure in Melbourne Australia, at Altona North shopping centre at Connect Hearing, - wait for it, 2 hours after seeing this video- yes how, up to update am I- ha ha,

[@laplante1367]

I had never heard of REM until I saw your video. Maybe they were done, but I wasn't told what was going on.

[@DrCliffAuD]

REM is the #1 question that should be asked before purchasing hearing aids from anyone.

[@pmh1nic]

Unfortunately my audiologist told me he use to do them but with the new technology and programming he feels it's not necessary. Not what I wanted to hear after listening to this video.

[@raybandstone6643]

Dear Dr. Cliff, are you treating the hearing damage vein?

[@sentry9834]

How do we find a good audiologist? How can we tell if they are competent?

[@7amido12]

Creative Thinker they gotta take the time to ask about the situations you struggle with and not brush the concerns you have. Oh and real ear measurements with the speaker and the noises are a MUST

[@glennseiber1911]

I had mastoid operation in 1965 if my left ear blocked it sounds like a tunnel I recently saw audiologist who recreminded ric in left said it would help my right ear considering that over years my brain trained left to help pick sounds on my right side. though some are impossible to know direction or hear every word

[@stephensmith1034]

I'm really liking being a new subscriber to your channel. At 68, I had my first hearing evaluation (exam) yesterday through Miracle Ear. My hearing Has gotten pretty bad. I'm going back in-to the Miracle Ear facility today to perhaps order a set for $3,500 (ME3). These aren't even the top of the line. Now I've been watching your videos and I'm discovering that there's so much to learn/know about purchasing hearing aids. I Really don't know what I should be doing. I guess I'm hoping for a little intervention here, but it's probably too late. Do you have a video showing the steps one should take in selecting their first hearing aids? Pricing? Would Miracle Ear be able to give me a prescription which would allow me to purchase my Hearing Aids at some other location? Am I locked in-to Miracle Ear. Don't get me wrong; I liked the facility and individual who tested me. It's just that this is all so new to me. It's not like buying glasses. Or is it? Thanks.

[@mikelear4460]

I'm needing help, I am using the Widex Moment 400, my tinnitus is in my left ear, and I noticed that the hearing aids is making my tinnitus worse. After using them for a while the tinnitus go so loud and giving me a headache. This are a very expensive hearing aids. Does somebody have the same experience? What can I do? Any recomendation please!

[@raychamberlain2800]

Question- Can the new Phonak Paradise RT -90 (UP) match the power of the Oticon Exceed? What kind of mold is retired for the Paradise UP????

[@arthurzikos2852]

Dr. Cliff where can i find an audiologist that performs REM in Massachusetts? Thanks! Art

[@northseattlecollegeaslclas7592]

I have a question. I have profound hearing loss. I just tried my hearing aid for the first time in 8 years. I"m 46. I got really DIZZINESS and extreme nausea. How do I adjust to my hearing aid? I was forced to take it off for now. Thanks!

[@jff1813]

No one can diagnose you over the internet. You need to start by seeing an ENT doctor to find out what's going on.

[@northseattlecollegeaslclas7592]

@@jff1813 I finally got better. I finally got adjusted to my hearing aid.

[@robinszoo]

awesome video

[@bryanhauschild4376]

Is it possible to hear some people better than others? My hearing loss seems to me to be tones in certain peoples voices. Also, Those that are soft spoken I really struggle to hear.

[@waleyefish9026]

Expect 1. High Pressure Sales Tactics. Like a Car Dealer. 2. Ripoff Financing it will be 0% if you pay in 18 months. If your late 29% for the duration. 3. They make you pay the full amount, then say if your insurance pays anything, we will give you the money. They hope you forget so they keep it. 4. They make you sign a $500.00 Deductible. Contract if any thing should go wrong for each Hearing Aid. 5. The rechargeable battery starts to degrade after 2 years. Run time goes down. Is this worth it?? You can DIY just make sure you are using FDA approved aids.

[@louisboutros9828]

Please Dr. why U. didnot write Yr. no. several times. Iwant to know but till now I didnot know.

[@louisboutros9828]

Dr. B. L.

[@louisboutros9828]

What about Medicaid ensurance.

[@claythomas7982]

My experience is the technician is there to sell the product not to make sure it works 360.

[@davidcrandon2329]

what's 360?

[@danhansen5815]

Dr Cliff... does the measurement relate to each specific hearing aid brand and model or to the patient’s hearing loss. In other words, if after making the measurement, your patient decides for example to purchase the exactly same hearing aid in another color, would you make another test?

[@DrCliffAuD]

For a color change no. However, if the model changes at all, even for battery size, and the programming can't be directly uploaded, the measures need to be completed again.

[@leilaatumah1864]

So I just got diagnosed with CAPD and I’ve been recommend hearing aids and I was wondering if I absolutely have to get the premium hearing aids? I can afford the advanced ones but I have an active lifestyle and my doc is really pushing for me to have the premium but that’s an extra 1300 and I wanted to know if you think it actually makes a diff on CAPD with no hearing loss?

[@danaelston9848]

So about these questionnaires, would it behoove to ask the audiologist over the phone if he/she is familiar with these forms before even setting foot in their office? Or are these forms an accepted protocol for all audiologists?

[@DrCliffAuD]

All of these questionnaires are standard in Audiology. Whether clinics use them or not, it up to them.

[@smackdownosnap2112]

Hello if u lost balance and hear ringing in the ears off and on is it safe 2 wear a hearing aid

[@DrCliffAuD]

Yes, it is safe unless the amplification gives you a negative vestibular reaction.

[@smackdownosnap2112]

@@DrCliffAuD thank u

[@frederickschnepel1276]

Here’s what you can expect for sure, a much lighter wallet and pocketbook. This is kind of like buying a new car, expect the fleecing and of course a smile.

[@gargisingh9376]

Sir I am 17 my ear range can decrease it is 75 doctor advice me to use hearing aid can it's help me to increase my ear range sir please give me your advice

[@bobblount9237]

Dr. Cliff, great info but Best practices etc does not help. How do we find ago audiologist. Is there a type of Consumer Reports rating service. It “sounds” like a crap-shoot. Thanks, Bob

[@DrCliffAuD]

Hi Bob. The more you know the better, Best Practices included. That being said, I'm developing a Network of providers who follow best practices so all you will have to do is go to one of them.

[@abdulwahabqureshi8073]

@@DrCliffAuD Hi Doc. Just wanted to know if you have developed the list of Network Providers with best practices. I will be needing one and would immensely help me to find the right provider. BTW ALL your videos are amazing and truly educating!!!!

[@alishahayes632]

Just subscribe for the first time

[@Drumanimal]

What are the best sounding hearing aids? Like tone? I'm just about to trial the Oticon OPN 1 and my biggest concern is tone and sound quality. Seems like this industry is going for smallest size and not tone. I really don't care what they look like. Love the videos by the way! I am 36 years and was diagnosed with Otosclerosis in October. I used to be an audio engineer and musician so you can imagine the challenges I'm facing. Your videos have been very informative for me. Will custom moulds be better for tone and low end? Thanks and keep it up.

[@DrCliffAuD]

Hi Duncan. Thanks for the question and for watching the videos. Nearly all hearing aids are limited in the high frequencies. Realistically, depending on your level of hearing loss, there will be limited amplification benefits above 6 kHz. The Oticon OPN is no different in this regard. That doesn't mean that you wouldn't receive substantial benefit from a traditional hearing aid, even if it is a smaller device. As far as the use of Custom Ear Molds, they let the audiologist control the amount of sound that is retained in the ear better. By manipulating vent size, we can better control low-frequency amplification and prevent feedback issues from high-frequency amplification. Low-frequency amplification tends to leak out of a large vent without giving the hearing aid user a perception of low-frequency sound. For most hearing aid fittings, generic domes are adequate, but the best sound quality usually comes from a custom ear mold.

[@RonnieKaufman1]

Doctor Cliff, AuD Dr Olson is spot on, with respect to the custom molds. Ever since I was diagnosed with otosclerosis, on top of sensorineural loss (right ear), those custom molds have been life-savers! What a difference they make...more comfortable...helps to pick up low frequency speech sounds (I was missing so many of these, ever since the mixed hearing loss in the right ear....sensorineural and conductive, because of the otosclerosis. I am a retired speech pathologist, with training in Audiology...so, I know from whence i speak. My Audiologist took impressions with putty and then made those custom molds for me. No more squealing feedback...such a difference. I strongly advise you to get custom molds.

[@vicwahbyphotography4866]

You lost me in the vent size section. You say you "need to have the exact right vent size to give you all the benefits of the amplification, but none of the negatives of the occlusion effect." You're implying occlusion increases amplitude (which it will) and that that's a good thing (which I doubt). Why create aural canal reverberation, especially if the hearing aid has sufficient gain without doing so?

[@lindaevonmusnuff3476]

What is the difference between molds & domes used for your hearing? Does it make a difference in your hearing? How do I know what is right for me?

[@jimcassidy2941]

To your knowledge,does Costco charge a dispensing fee for hearing aids

[@DrCliffAuD]

No, everything is included in the bundled cost of the device. The price they list is the price you pay.

[@pliccut]

I didn’t know Jim Carrey was an audiologist.

[@MarkLeben-zw9ou]

Am been wearing hearing aid since I was 8 years old I might next went school but I know how hearing aid game work people don't know how to clean there ears hearing aids period last thing 6000 for aid one day there will be a cure for deafness profound deafness dead ear cells will come back to life

[@louiseanderson3304]

superlative presentation. No prior knowledge of hearing aids. Should be given to all who are going to have an appt.

[@DrCliffAuD]

Thanks Louise!