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What is an ENT?
ENT is an acronym for a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Ear, Nose, and Throat disorders. The true name for this specialty physician is otorhinolaryngologist. According to the American Academy of…
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What is a Cochlear Implant?
What is a cochlear implant? A cochlear implant is an electronic device that electrically stimulates the cochlear nerve which is the nerve for hearing. A cochlear implant is comprised of surgically placedinternal componentsas well asexternal…
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What Hearing Protection Do I Need?
Foam Earplugs- Visitors to factories or construction sites are often given such ear protection. The advantage is that they are very easy to use and cut out a sufficient amount of noise if inserted correctly.…
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Well-Hearing is Well-Being
We are all experiencing some type of isolation at this time. It is difficult not to socialize and to distance ourselves from others. We as humans are social beings and want to be among others. …
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Welcome to PHC at the Legends!
Professional Hearing Center has 14 locations around the greater Kansas City area to serve all of your audiology-related needs! This video highlights our Legends location! Get a glimpse of what you can expect when you schedule…
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Welcome to PHC at the Lee’s Summit Medical Center!
Professional Hearing Center has 14 locations around the greater Kansas City area to serve all of your audiology-related needs! This video highlights our Lee’s Summit Medical Center location. Get a glimpse of what you can…
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Vestibular Migraines
Vestibular migraine (VM) or migraine associated vertigo (MAV) is defined as a migraine variant presenting with additional vestibular symptoms in addition to typical migraine symptoms. It is estimated that around 40% of migraineurs have a…
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Unilateral versus Bilateral Amplification
A majority of the population with hearing loss have the presence of hearing loss in both ears. Hearing loss is most commonly symmetrical. Therefore, a majority of patients treat both ears with the purchase of…
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Types of Pediatric Hearing Tests
There are several tests that may be completed during your child’s appointment with an audiologist based on their age and the reason for their visit. At their appointment, the audiologist will perform tests that assess…
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Types of Dizziness
There are four main types of dizziness: vertigo, disequilibrium, presyncope, and lightheadedness. Vertigo:An illusion of movement, classically described as “spinning”. Vertigo reflects dysfunction at some level of the vestibular system. Disequilibrium:A disturbance in balance or…
