What Does Dr. Michelle Think?
Florida’s leading Audiologist shares her thoughts on industry news, patient recommendations and hearing loss

What Causes Hearing Loss? | Hearing Help by Dr. Michelle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdrtjHZ_A-k Today we're going to talk about the causes of hearing loss. Hearing loss is an invisible disorder that inflicts itself upon people - however, what causes it? How do we get it? Hearing loss doesn't have just one cause; many...

Congratulations to the winners of our Hear For The Holidays giveaway!
Last month, we decided to make a difference to someone’s life by giving them the chance to win a free pair of hearing aids. As audiologists, we know that it takes time for many people to book themselves in for an appointment, meaning there is still a large majority of...

What are the Different Types of Hearing Loss? | Hearing Help by Dr. Michelle
Today I'd like to discuss with you the different types of hearing loss that exist. Hearing loss is a very tricky topic because to most people who don't experience it; it's invisible to them that someone is having hearing difficulties; for the person that has the...

Is There a Cure for Ringing in your Ears? | Hearing Help by Dr. Michelle
Many people suffer from ringing in the ears, and ringing in the ears can be detrimental. Is there a cure for ringing in the ears? And what can you do about it? Unfortunately, no - there is no cure, but there are some coping mechanisms and treatment options available...

Our Safety Protocols for In-Person Appointments
To continue to protect you, other patients, and our staff, strict protocols remain in place to ensure you visit a safe and sterile environment. These include: #1 - Heightened Sanitation Protocols Additional time has been scheduled to thoroughly clean all surfaces...

An Audiologists Tips on Preserving Your Hearing
When we are told to focus on our breathing, it's not until then do we consciously think about what we are doing. The same goes for hearing. Like most of your other senses, your hearing occurs subconsciously, so it's easy to forget that we need this essential sense to...

Is Hearing Loss Genetic? | Hearing Help by Dr. Michelle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IjqmwOK4pU So, let's talk about genetics and hearing loss. People often ask, "how did I get my hearing loss? Can it be from genetics?". The answer to that question is yes. Studies show that 35-55% of all hearing losses have some...

What Hearing Aids Can Do For You | Hearing Help by Dr. Michelle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cG47KdlUPCg Let's talk a little bit about what hearing aids can do; I often hear the question, "Dr. Michelle, will using hearing aids make my hearing better?" Unfortunately, the answer to that question is no. Once a permanent...

Hearing Health Awareness Month: What We Learned
I’m always trying to reach out to my patients about why regular check-ups are essential. But in August, I decided to make this official by hosting my very own Hearing Health Awareness Month! The event was a time to showcase some of the facts about hearing, from how...

COVID-19 and Hearing Loss – Is There a Link?
Is there a connection between COVID-19 and hearing loss? Well, researchers are on the hunt to find out. We all know how a nasty cold affects our ears - Muffled sounds, a feeling of fullness, and even hearing loss when there is an unusually large amount of fluid in the...