New Research Highlights Importance of an Inner Ear Protein
Understanding how the ear works and what keeps the process of hearing running smoothly is important when looking to find ways to correct hearing loss. Researchers from the University of Maryland School of Medicine have identified a protein that plays a major role in the development of hair cells, a vital part of the hearing…
How Hearing Aids Can Increase Quality of Life
When many people think of hearing aids, they think of the clunky, robotic-sounding devices their parents or grandparents wore. What they don’t know is that today’s hearing devices are built with state-of-the-art technology that allows people to hear and communicate effectively in many listening situations, from watching TV with family to conversing with friends in…
October is Audiology Awareness Month
Hearing loss can be a confusing experience that easily leaves one feeling discouraged, frustrated and isolated. October is Audiology Awareness Month, which means now is a great time to meet your local audiologist to learn about life-changing options that can help make for a better tomorrow. Audiologists, including the experts at Blue Ridge ENT, can…
Medical Assistant
Job Title Medical Assistant Department ENT Back Office Classification Hourly Non-Exempt Job Summary The Medical Assistant supports ENT practitioners in the safe and effective delivery of head and neck clinical care and provides assistance in triage and call center. Job Relationships Responsible to: Clinical Manager Positions Supervised: N/A Interacts with: All office staff, patients, visitors,…
What to Know Before Your First Audiology Visit
People with hearing loss wait an average of seven years before seeking treatment for their condition. If you’ve finally decided to schedule your first visit with an audiologist, congratulations! You’ve made the first step on a life-changing journey to better hearing and communication. If you’re feeling apprehensive about your visit, we’ve compiled a list of…
Your Hearing Loss May Be Making You Tired
Fatigue can be defined as extreme tiredness resulting from physical or mental exertion. If you have hearing loss, you know how fatiguing it can be to carry on conversations, especially in big groups or when background noise is present. If you’ve been feeling worn out, it may be due to your hearing loss. Hearing Loss…
The Benefits of Rechargeable Hearing Aids
Many hearing aid wearers consider buying and replacing batteries for their devices to be a necessary inconvenience. But now that rechargeable hearing aids are on the market, it doesn’t have to be! If you’re unsure about making the switch to rechargeable hearing aids, below are some benefits that might help you decide. Less Added Cost…
Tips for Living with Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a constant ringing, buzzing, hissing or whistling in the ears with no external sound source. It affects approximately 15 to 20 percent of the population, and its effects can range from irritating to debilitating. It’s important to note that tinnitus itself is not a medical condition, but a symptom of another underlying cause….
Tips for Talking to Your Loved One About Hearing Loss
Talking to your loved one about their hearing loss may be a very delicate topic. Hearing loss is deeply personal and isolating, and your loved one may not yet be ready to hear that they have a problem that is affecting others. However, the longer a diagnosis of hearing loss is delayed, the more difficult…
Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep
There are many reasons you may not be getting a good night’s sleep. Feeling stressed out about what’s to come the next day or having general anxiety about what’s going on in the world is enough to make most people toss and turn from time to time. Next time you find yourself unable to fall…
