Bloomington-Normal Audiology

02/21/2026

“There were accommodations I didn't realize I was making.”

BNA patient Deb Garrahy reflects on the professional situations that became more difficult over time –from struggling with low speakers to realizing she needed to sit in the front row during conferences– before realizing she was compensating for hearing loss. Schedule your appointment with BNA, and watch Deb’s articulate and insightful full story, available now on the BNA YouTube channel or at bnaudiology.com/hearmystory

02/19/2026

At Bloomington-Normal Audiology, we know that hearing health impacts the entire family.

We love seeing athletes like Elana Meyers Taylor use their voice to advocate for their children and for the deaf and hard of hearing community. Representation, awareness, and support matter, in sports and in everyday life.

🥇 She brought home the gold.

🥇 Elana Meyers Taylor is going for gold in her fifth and final Olympics! Not only has this amazing athlete dominated the sport of bobsledding, she passionately advocates for disability rights on behalf of her two young sons, who are both deaf. Nico, 5, wears cochlear implants and also has Down syndrome; Noah, 3, communicates using American Sign Language (ASL).

https://ow.ly/lXbs50YcVta

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02/18/2026

Spotted: Dr. McKee and her dog, Patty Cate 🐾
Check out the full article to read about Bloomington-Normal Audiology’s recent shoutout!

Dr. Romanie Walter, founder of SmartVet Mobile Veterinary Service in Normal, is retiring from veterinary care in Central Illinois at the end of the month after nearly 15 years.

02/17/2026

Thank you, Philip, for your thoughtful review and for trusting Dr. Chalmers with your hearing care over the years. We are so glad to hear that your appointments feel relaxed, thorough, and stress free.

Taking the time to answer questions and ensure accurate testing, especially for work requirements, is something we truly value. Hearing care should feel comfortable, supportive, and personalized every step of the way.

Audiologists and hearing aid providers in Bloomington IL. Call (309) 662-8346 today to learn more about your hearing health services.

02/15/2026

CIC, BTE, RIC… what do all those acronyms actually mean? In a fun show-and-tell episode, Dr. Sara Hanley, Au.D. walks through the most common hearing aid styles, from custom in-the-ear models to behind-the-ear and receiver-in-canal devices, so you can better understand your options before making a decision. Watch more Q&As, then schedule your appointment with BNA at bnaudiology.com/ihearyou

02/14/2026

Many people believe their hearing loss will be obvious, and that when it gets "bad enough," they'll know. But as BNA patient Dan Fitzgerald explains, the opposite is usually true. The person with the hearing loss is usually the last to know. Everyone else notices it first. Dan expands on this point in one of our favorite Hear My Story soundbytes from last year. Re-experience more stories at bnaudiology.com/hearmystory

02/10/2026

For 60 years, WGLT has informed, educated, and connected our community. Bloomington-Normal Audiology is honored to support local public media that amplifies meaningful voices and lifelong learning. 🎧
To learn more about your hearing health, visit BNAudiology.com or call 309.662.8346 to schedule your first appointment.

02/09/2026

Hearing health is essential at every level of life, including the Olympic stage.

Protect your ears, monitor your hearing, and take action early.

Schedule your appointment at BNAudiology.com or call 309-662-8346.

⛸️ Hearing loss takes to the ice with 23-year-old Georgian Olympics ice dancer Diana Davis and her partner/husband Gleb Smolkin. Diana's bilateral sensorineural hearing loss resulted from an incorrect dosage of antibiotics at age two. Her coordination was affected, and the resulting safety concerns when performing jumps led to a switch from single figure skating to ice dance in 2016. Read Diana's story:

https://ow.ly/Hcqg50Yajnc

NBC Olympics & Paralympics

02/07/2026

Talking on the phone can be challenging if you're experiencing hearing loss. With today's modern hearing aids, you can take phone calls directly into your ears. Both of them. One of our favorite Hear My Story soundbytes from last year included this clip from BNA patient Fred Spitzzeri about how great these features are. Re-experience more stories at bnaudiology.com/hearmystory

02/06/2026

Our doctors are proud to represent Bloomington-Normal Audiology and the Academy of Doctors of Audiology at the Illinois Academy of Audiology meeting in Naperville, IL.

Continuing education and collaboration help us provide the highest level of hearing care for our patients all across central Illinois.

Learn more about healthy hearing and request your next appointment at bnaudiology.com or call 309.662.8346.

02/01/2026

If you need another reason to keep eating healthy, consider that your diet can have an impact on your overall hearing health, either positively or negatively. Dr. Arica Rock, Au.D. shares an overview. Watch more Q&As, then schedule your appointment with BNA at bnaudiology.com/ihearyou

01/31/2026

It's still pretty cold, but Spring will be here before you know it. Contact BNA and get the process started now to make sure you're ready to hear the outdoors once everything thaws. As patient Dave Duggan says in one of our favorite Hear My Story soundbytes from last year, you can have confidence in BNA. Re-experience more stories at bnaudiology.com/hearmystory