Our team of Doctors of Audiology are committed to exceptional results through Best Practice care.
Our Doctors of Audiology work collaboratively to ensure that each and every patient seen in our clinic receives the best audiologic care possible by following Best Practices. In addition to providing excellent care to patients with common forms of hearing loss, our audiologists specialize in treating some of the most complex forms of hearing loss. However, Doctors Cliff Olson, Leslie Balderas, Rachael Cook, and Kelsey Beck also understand that the experience you have inside of our clinic is just as important as the care you receive. That’s why we always strive to give you 5-star service every single time you step foot into Applied Hearing Solutions. During your visits in our state-of-the-art clinic, you will never be rushed through your appointments as we work to solve your hearing difficulties. On average, we spend over twice the amount of time with our patients compared to standard hearing clinics.
03/18/2026
Do you actually have a hearing loss…or is it really a clarity loss?
If you’ve ever said:
✅ “People are mumbling”
✅ “I can hear them, I just can’t understand them”
✅ “I hear fine, but speech isn’t clear”
…then you may have a high-frequency hearing loss, which impacts consonant sounds and speech understanding.
In this video, I explain:
🔹 The difference between low-frequency vs high-frequency hearing loss
🔹 Why high-frequency loss causes clarity problems more than volume problems
🔹 How hearing aids should be fit for this type of loss (open-fit / vented fit)
🔹 Why Real Ear Measurement is the ONLY way to ensure your hearing aids are properly programmed
🔹 What to do if you still struggle with clarity even while wearing hearing aids
If you're serious about hearing better, understanding speech clearly, and getting the right hearing aid treatment—this video is for you.
03/18/2026
🧠 Did you know there’s a strong link between hearing loss and dementia?
New research—including the 2025 Framingham Study—shows that the greater your hearing loss, the higher your risk of cognitive decline.
This isn’t just about your ears anymore… it’s about your brain health.
That’s why I’m hosting a **FREE live webinar** where I’ll break down:
✔️ The latest research on hearing loss & dementia
✔️ Why hearing loss impacts brain health
✔️ Whether treatment can reduce your risk
✔️ Simple steps you can take right now to protect your cognition
📅 **Thursday, March 19th**
⏰ **2:00 PM (Arizona time)**
⚠️ Spots are limited (last webinar had 500+ attendees!)
If you—or someone you love—has hearing loss, this is information you do NOT want to miss.
03/16/2026
Did you know that many modern hearing aids allow your hearing care professional to adjust the settings of your devices remotely?
Have you taken advantage of Remote Support with your hearing aids yet?
03/13/2026
Widex Zen for Tinnitus Relaxation
Sound therapy is a feature in most hearing aids, but Widex does things differently with their Zen fractal tones.
Have you tried Widex Zen for your tinnitus?
03/11/2026
Powerful, Durable Hearing Aids for Severe Hearing Loss
If you have a severe to profound hearing loss and need powerful hearing aids that can keep up with your active lifestyle, these might be the hearing aids for you!
03/09/2026
Did you know untreated hearing loss may increase your risk of dementia? 🧠👂
New research — including the 2025 Framingham Study — shows that the greater the hearing loss, the higher the risk of cognitive decline.
That’s why I’m hosting a FREE live webinar where I’ll break down the latest research and explain what you can do to protect your brain health.
📅 Thursday, March 19
⏰ 2:00 PM Arizona Time
In this webinar you'll learn:
• What the newest research actually says
• Why hearing loss affects brain health
• Whether treating hearing loss can reduce dementia risk
• Steps you can take today to protect your cognitive health
⚠️ My last webinar had 500+ attendees, and space is limited.
Why are people with type 2 diabetes 4x more likely to have hearing loss?
03/04/2026
"I can hear, it's just not clear"
Why do some people hear at a normal volume, but struggle to understand speech?
This common hearing loss pattern could be the cause.
03/02/2026
If your audiologist did THIS, you didn’t get what you paid for 👇
In this video, I expose a common problem:
Providers NOT turning on or explaining key hearing aid features…then telling you to “figure it out in the app.”
If your hearing aids aren’t doing everything they should, this might be why.
👂 Learn what GOOD hearing care actually looks like and what to demand from your provider.
👇 Watch the full video in the link in the comments.
02/27/2026
"I can hear, I just can't always understand."
If you or someone you know says this often...you should watch this video!
02/25/2026
How I Treat High-Frequency Hearing Loss
If you have trouble understanding speech but have normal perception of volume, you might have a high-frequency (high-pitch) hearing loss.
This is how I help my patients with high-frequency hearing loss hear clearly again.
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4045 East Union Hills Drive, Suite D128 Phoenix, AZ 85050
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At Applied Hearing Solutions, our audiologists are experienced in working with individuals with complex hearing concerns. No matter what symptoms or challenges are in your way, we’ll diligently create a solution that meets your needs.
Rather than making general recommendations, our team draws on the latest industry expertise and an innovative approach to treatment to thoroughly assess your hearing ability.
Dr. Olson & Dr. Altus empower their patients by making hearing loss and treatment options easy to understand, so that you can be confident in knowing that you’re receiving the best treatment for you.
Our services include hearing testing, hearing aid evaluations & fittings, real ear measurements, tinnitus management, custom earmolds, hearing aid repairs and more.
Contact us as 623-777-5943 to schedule a consultation.
Patient Feedback & Reviews
"Kudos to who I believe is the best audiologist in the country. Not just for his outstanding service and his informative videos, but for his superior effort to go the extra mile with his patients without breaking the bank. He is the gold standard by which other audiologists should be measured.
-Michael M. of Goodyear, AZ
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“Dr. Cliff has helped give me confidence in social situations again. I have suffered from tinnitus and single sided deafness for over 40 years. Dr. Cliff worked with me making corrections and adjustments to my hearing aids. They fit and work perfectly For me. I am so appreciative of Dr . Cliff.”
- Hearing Tracker Member
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I drive from East Mesa to see Dr. Olson. It's worth the drive because Dr. Olson truly works to get you not a good fit but a great fit. Watch his YouTube videos and you see that he does his homework. He's a one man shop but that's a benefit in getting personalized care. I've been to three audiologists this year and wasn't happy until I found Dr. Olson.
-Greg H. of Mesa, AZ
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