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Rivanna Hearing Center: Your best choice for hearing aids in Charlottesville VA!

04/02/2026

Hey guys! It's me, Eve. 👋 Some of you may know me as the friendly face behind the counter and on the phone. Now, a lot of people think our front desk is “just scheduling,” but my day looks more like:

✅ Helping you feel comfortable before you even walk in (because the first step can be the hardest!)
✅ Answering the “What happens next?” questions in a way that actually makes sense
✅ Keeping the details organized so your visit feels smooth, calm, and unrushed

And the best part? Watching the shift, when someone starts the call a little nervous and ends it sounding relieved. ☺️

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, embarrassed, or unsure where to start, you’re not alone. We’ll take it step by step. I’ll help you figure out what you need, what to expect, and how to feel prepared.

Anything else you want to know about me or Rivanna Hearing Center? Leave a comment below!

04/01/2026

April Fools’ is all fun and games… unless you miss the joke.

Hearing well means more than just catching sounds. It means staying connected to conversations, laughter, and the moments that bring us together.

That’s no prank!

03/31/2026

⏳ Hearing aids don’t need to be replaced every year.

Most hearing aids last 5–7 years, and often longer with proper care. Consistent at-home cleaning and a few in-office tune-ups each year can help protect your investment and keep your devices working their best for years to come.

A little maintenance goes a long way. 👂💚

03/30/2026

As we celebrate National Doctors’ Day, I’ve been reflecting on what it really means to do this work.

For me, every appointment is an hour dedicated to you.

In that time, I’m not just looking at numbers on a graph. I’m listening for the moments you might be missing. Like grandkids’ voices, dinner conversations, choir practice, quiet talks with your partner.

I became an audiologist because I’ve seen how deeply hearing shapes connection, confidence, and independence, especially as we age. It’s an honor to be invited into those stories and to help people stay engaged in the parts of life that matter most.

Thank you for trusting me with your hearing health, today and every day. 💙👂

With appreciation,
Dr. Dawn Kershner
Audiologist 👂❤️

03/29/2026

A patient told me, “I just avoid going out now. It is too loud anyway.” 😔

Restaurants are one of the first places people realize they are working way too hard to keep up. In difficult listening situations, your brain is straining to fill in missing words; it is exhausting.

I have felt that kind of fatigue in a noisy room, too. You can hear sound everywhere, but it still feels hard to follow the conversation that matters.

So when patients come in with this particular issue, we build a plan that focuses on clarity, comfort, and realistic expectations, not just turning things up. 🙅‍♀️

The small win this particular patient reported later was huge. They stayed at dinner longer, felt more confident, and stopped doing the constant guessing and smiling!

If you have been avoiding restaurants or group gatherings because listening feels like work, you are not alone. 🍝🍹 We can help!

03/28/2026

Hey everyone! It’s your 🌼 Spring Cleaning Reminder! 🌼

I’ve been checking hearing aid warranties lately, and if you bought your devices in 2023, yours might be close to expiring.

Now’s a great time to pop in for a Clean & Check. We’ll give everything a once-over and make sure you’re still covered for any repairs or parts.

Just give us a quick call, and we’ll get you on the schedule!

03/27/2026

💤 Hearing tests for babies are quick, gentle, and painless.

Many infants sleep right through their appointment! Sometimes a screening needs to be repeated due to movement, ear canal debris, or probe placement, and that doesn’t automatically mean there’s a problem.

If your baby needs follow-up testing, know that you’re taking the right step by getting clear answers. We’re here to guide you every step of the way. 💚

03/26/2026

A few of my favorite spring things:

🌿 opening the windows / the first warm day
🐦 hearing the birds in the morning
🚶‍♀️ taking a walk / getting outside after work
☕️ coffee on the porch / iced coffee season returning

And here’s my audiologist tie-in: one of my favorite behind-the-scenes parts of my job is troubleshooting.

It sounds small, but it can make a huge difference in speech clarity—especially when you’re trying to catch the “little sounds” that make spring feel like spring. 🐦

If you’ve noticed you’re not hearing those higher, softer sounds as clearly as you used to, that’s often an early sign worth checking. The good news? Sometimes it’s a simple fix.

Sometimes it’s a bigger conversation. Either way, we’ll walk you through it.

03/24/2026

📊 Approximately 3–6 out of every 1,000 newborns are born with significant hearing loss.

Because hearing loss isn’t visible, screening and follow-up testing are critical, even when everything else appears normal. The good news? Modern testing allows us to evaluate hearing safely and comfortably, even in infants, without requiring any response from the child.

Early testing leads to earlier support and better outcomes. 👶✨

03/23/2026

A lot of my job happens behind the scenes: sending reminders, coordinating referrals, paperwork, answering messages, and ordering supplies.

What keeps me going? Your smiles when you walk in… and a hot beverage. 😄

Guess my go-to order:

A) Latte with an extra shot of espresso
B) Chocolate, chocolate chip frappe
C) Chai latte

Comment A, B, or C, and I’ll reveal the actual answer tomorrow! 😄

03/22/2026

If something isn’t working, say something. 🗣️

Whether it’s music that’s too loud, a conversation from another room, or a group talking over each other, advocating early can prevent frustration later. Many people don’t realize there’s an issue unless it’s gently pointed out.

Asking for small adjustments can lead to much better listening experiences for everyone involved. 💚

03/20/2026

Real-Ear Measurement (REM) is one of the best “gap closers” we have in audiology. 🙌

I had a patient come in recently and say, “I’m wearing hearing aids… but I’m not sure I’m actually hearing my wife better.” 😣 The devices worked for most people, but when his wife spoke, her speech remained unclear, especially in noise.

So we brought her in! Our REM device can actually record her speech in the room and match it to his hearing loss and the output of the hearing aids!

That’s why we use REMs. It lets us measure what your hearing aids are delivering inside your ear canal and adjust them to evidence-based targets, so we’re not guessing!

The small wins can be huge, but I think we can classify this one as a huge win. 👏👏👏

If you’re unsure whether your hearing aids are truly optimized, message us!

Address

182 Spotnap Road
Charlottesville, VA
22911

Telephone

(434) 244-3277

Website

https://www.rivannahearingcenter.com/

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