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Applied Hearing Solutions

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.

02/23/2026

I was recently interviewed on our local news to educate the public about the correlation between hearing loss and dementia.

Research shows that hearing loss is the leading modifiable risk factor for dementia, and treating it proactively is a powerful way to mitigate dementia risk later in life.

02/20/2026

Did you know that diabetes could actually increase your risk of hearing loss?

In this video I explain:

✅ Why people with type 2 diabetes are up to 4 times more likely to have hearing loss
✅ How elevated blood sugar (A1C levels) can damage the inner ear
✅ Why diabetes-related hearing loss usually affects high frequencies, reducing speech clarity
✅ How inflammation, reduced blood flow, and metabolic stress can permanently damage the cochlea
✅ What you can do right now to protect your hearing if you’re diabetic or pre-diabetic

I also talk about why the length of time you’ve had diabetes matters, how hearing loss can contribute to tinnitus and auditory deprivation, and why early diagnosis and treatment are critical if you want the best possible outcome.

02/18/2026

Auracast Adoption: When Will it Become Mainstream?

Auracast is going to transform wireless audio...but how far away is it in reality?

Here is my take on what needs to happen to make Auracast go mainstream.

02/16/2026

Start Using Auracast: Quick Guide

Ready to start using Auracast for wireless audio?

You need these three things to get started.

02/13/2026

🚨 BREAKING: The Most Anticipated Hearing Aid of 2026 is NOW Available in Phoenix! 🚨

Join our founder Doctor Cliff AuD for a FREE LIVE Webinar on Thursday February 19th at 2pm to learn all about it!

Click the Link to Regsiter:
https://streamyard.com/watch/pAsBGaVKnT6w

02/06/2026

Phonak is Changing Hearing Aids

Phonak really knocked it out of the park last year.

Not only did they release incredible technology for hearing in background noise, they also introduced a new approach to incremental technology improvement that could transform hearing technology going forward.

02/04/2026

Auracast Will Transform Hearing in 2026

I'm excited about this for 2026.

We saw more hearing aids being released Auracast-ready in 2025.

Going into the new year, I expect many more Auracast compatible hearing aids and broader adoption, which is honestly good for everybody, whether or not you wear hearing aids.

02/02/2026

Hearing aids are smaller, more powerful, and more feature-rich than ever before.

But despite all of this progress, there’s still one simple thing holding hearing aids back:

👉 Not going custom.

In this video, I break down why generic rubber domes limit hearing aid performance and why custom ear molds or custom in-the-ear hearing aids can completely change how well your hearing aids work.

01/30/2026

NEW Invisible Hearing Aids from Oticon

The Oticon Zeal is hitting the US market, and it might prove to be one of the most in-demand hearing aids for the coming months.

Are you going to try the new Oticon Zeal?

01/28/2026

When you've worn hearing aids for four decades, you know what great care looks like.

Brian chose Applied Hearing Solutions for three reasons that matter:
→ Clinical expertise that stands out
→ Technology that actually improves daily life
→ A team that treats patients like people

This is what happens when you prioritize outcomes over transactions.

If you're in the valley and ready for hearing care that meets a higher standard, let's talk.

01/25/2026

BEST Hearing Aids for Background Noise in 2026

Conversations in noise continue to be the #1 most important listening situation for individuals with hearing loss, and not all hearing aids handle background noise equally well.

For this year’s rankings, I considered:

✅ Real-world patient feedback from my Phoenix clinic
✅ My personal hands-on testing and programming experience
✅ HearAdvisor speech-in-noise performance data
✅ How well each device performs when properly fit using best practices

If hearing better in background noise is your top priority, this video will help you understand which hearing aids truly perform at the highest level — and why.

01/22/2026

Custom Hearing Aid Earpieces: Worth the Cost?

What if there was one simple change you could make to your hearing aids to transform their performance?

For many, custom earpieces are the highest impact upgrade you can make to your hearing aids.

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4045 East Union Hills Drive, Suite D128
Phoenix, AZ
85050

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://appliedhearingaz.com/

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Best Practice Audiologic Care in Phoenix

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.