A hearing aid is an electronic, battery-operated device that amplifies and changes sound to allow for improved communication. Hearing aids receive sound through a microphone, which then converts the sound waves to electrical signals. The amplifier increases the loudness of the signals and then sends the sound to the ear through a speaker.
Hearing loss is one of the most common conditions in the world. Most hard-of-hearing people could benefit from modern hearing aids, as they can significantly improve the user's ability to understand speech in difficult listening situations. Unfortunately, many people hesitate to take the necessary action to overcome their disability, which could enable them to return to a full and active lifestyle.
With the use of a hearing aid you could experience fewer repetitions and interruptions during conversations with friends and family, dangerous situations in traffic could be avoided, and you could rediscover all those captivating sounds of nature: Waves crashing against the shore, birds twittering in the park, leaves rustling in the wind - even a fluffy cat purring!
The most common complaint of the hard-of-hearing population is that they don't have good communication ability in noisy environments or in group conversations. It's particularly in those situations that digital technology is able to provide better benefits to people. We offer a wide range of digital hearing aids, from entry level digital to premium digital technology.
Behind The Ear (BTE) - Hearing aids are worn behind the ear and are connected to an earmold that fits inside the outer ear. The components are held in a case behind the ear.
In The Ear (ITE) - Hearing aids fit completely in the outer ear and are used for mild to severe hearing loss.
In The Canal (ITC) - Fits into the ear canal and are available in two sizes. The In-the-Canal (ITC) hearing aid is customized to fit the size and shape of the ear canal and is used for mild or moderately severe hearing loss.
Completely In the Canal (CIC) - Limited to a mild to moderate hearing loss. These hearing aids sit in the opening of the ear canal and extend deep into the ear canal.
John Walker, BC-HIS
A graduate of the University of Central Florida in 1984, John quickly became a Florida licensed Hearing Aid Specialist in 1986. John had a distinguished career with Miracle-Ear and for most of his 18 years with the firm, was one of the top specialists in the country. He has consulted with hearing aid engineers at Miracle-Ear and Sonic Innovations about hearing aid design and application. John joined Palm Beach ENT in 2004.
John has been nationally board certified (National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences) since 1992 and has been a member of the International Hearing Society since 1990. He has also been a member of the Florida Society of Hearing Healthcare Professionals since 1986.
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