Business Insight presented by Northwest Speech and Hearing Center What to Expect at a Hearing Evaluation October is recognized as Audiology Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of evaluating and treating hearing and balance disorders. During this month, the audiologists and hearing professionals at Northwest Speech and Hearing Center are encouraging everyone, not just older adults, to schedule a hearing evaluation with an audiologist. Think of it like your annual physical: a proactive step to catch small changes before they become bigger issues. Ever notice it's harder to hear in a noisy crowd? Maybe you're nudging the TV volume up a bit or feeling slightly off balance now and then. These subtle signs could point to hearing or balance concerns that an audiologist can address early, helping you stay connected to the sounds and moments that matter most. What happens at an evaluation? A visit to Northwest Speech and Hearing Center is thorough and tailored to you. Our audiologists begin by discussing your medical history, lifestyle, and environments where you rely on your hearing-whether at work, home, or enjoying your favorite hobbies. Next, we examine your ears for obstructions like earwax or other issues in the ear canal. Using advanced, calibrated tools in a sound-treated environment, we conduct precise tests to assess your hearing sensitivity across different pitches and identify the type, degree, and potential causes of any hearing loss-whether in the ear canal, eardrum, inner ear, or auditory nerve. We also perform several speech tests, including speech in noise tests. ww Northwest Speech and Hearing Center Ltd. | Marie Vetter-Toalson, Au.D After your evaluation, we'll walk you through your results, offer personalized recommendations, and answer all your questions. Beyond hearing loss, our team specializes in tinnitus management, reducing listening fatigue, and diagnosing balance-related vestibular disorders. If needed, we collaborate with ENT specialists for further care, ensuring you receive comprehensive support. This October, make your hearing health a priority during Audiology Awareness Month. Scheduling an evaluation at Northwest Speech and Hearing Center is easy and empowering. Call us at 847- 392-2250 or visit www.nwhearing.com to book your appointment today. Don't wait to hear the world at its best-take the first step toward better hearing and balance with Northwest Speech and Hearing Center. Northwest Speech and Hearing Center 1100 W. Central Rd., Ste. 409 Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847-392-2250 Business Insight presented by Northwest Speech and Hearing Center What to Expect at a Hearing Evaluation October is recognized as Audiology Awareness Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of evaluating and treating hearing and balance disorders . During this month , the audiologists and hearing professionals at Northwest Speech and Hearing Center are encouraging everyone , not just older adults , to schedule a hearing evaluation with an audiologist . Think of it like your annual physical : a proactive step to catch small changes before they become bigger issues . Ever notice it's harder to hear in a noisy crowd ? Maybe you're nudging the TV volume up a bit or feeling slightly off balance now and then . These subtle signs could point to hearing or balance concerns that an audiologist can address early , helping you stay connected to the sounds and moments that matter most . What happens at an evaluation ? A visit to Northwest Speech and Hearing Center is thorough and tailored to you . Our audiologists begin by discussing your medical history , lifestyle , and environments where you rely on your hearing - whether at work , home , or enjoying your favorite hobbies . Next , we examine your ears for obstructions like earwax or other issues in the ear canal . Using advanced , calibrated tools in a sound - treated environment , we conduct precise tests to assess your hearing sensitivity across different pitches and identify the type , degree , and potential causes of any hearing loss - whether in the ear canal , eardrum , inner ear , or auditory nerve . We also perform several speech tests , including speech in noise tests . ww Northwest Speech and Hearing Center Ltd. | Marie Vetter - Toalson , Au.D After your evaluation , we'll walk you through your results , offer personalized recommendations , and answer all your questions . Beyond hearing loss , our team specializes in tinnitus management , reducing listening fatigue , and diagnosing balance - related vestibular disorders . If needed , we collaborate with ENT specialists for further care , ensuring you receive comprehensive support . This October , make your hearing health a priority during Audiology Awareness Month . Scheduling an evaluation at Northwest Speech and Hearing Center is easy and empowering . Call us at 847- 392-2250 or visit www.nwhearing.com to book your appointment today . Don't wait to hear the world at its best - take the first step toward better hearing and balance with Northwest Speech and Hearing Center . Northwest Speech and Hearing Center 1100 W. Central Rd . , Ste . 409 Arlington Heights , IL 60005 847-392-2250