Hearing & Balance Doctors

02/06/2026

Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan give you the scoop on helpful tips for hearing aids and healthy hearing!

02/05/2026

Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan give you the scoop on helpful tips for hearing aids and healthy hearing!

02/04/2026

Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan give you the scoop on helpful tips for hearing aids and healthy hearing!

02/03/2026

Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan give you the scoop on helpful tips for hearing aids and healthy hearing!

02/02/2026

Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan give you the scoop on helpful tips for hearing aids and healthy hearing!

01/30/2026

Dr Rich & Dr. Ryan give helpful tips on hearing aids and hearing health!

01/29/2026

Dr Rich & Dr. Ryan answer your questions from the Tip Jar!

01/28/2026

Dr Rich & Dr. Ryan answer your questions from the Tip Jar!

01/27/2026

Dr Rich & Dr. Ryan answer your questions from the Tip Jar!

01/22/2026

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01/22/2026

GUESSING YOUR WAY THROUGH CONVERSATIONS?

Do you ever feel like you’re guessing your way through conversations—nodding along, filling in the blanks, or feeling mentally exhausted just trying to keep up? In this discussion, Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan explain why this experience is far more common than people realize—and why it’s usually not something scary or serious.

Many patients worry it might be earwax, a “brain issue,” or just getting older. But most of the time, the real problem is missing certain sound frequencies, especially high-frequency sounds that give speech its clarity. When those frequencies drop out, your brain works overtime trying to compensate—what the doctors perfectly describe as “squinting with your ears.”

The good news? This is often an innocent, fixable issue. Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan walk through what’s really happening, why clarity matters more than volume, and the simple next step you can take if this sounds familiar: get your hearing checked and remove the guesswork from conversations.

Are You Guessing Through Conversations? You’re Not Alone.Do you ever feel like you’re guessing your way through conversations—nodding along, filling in the b...

01/20/2026

3 Reasons it's URGENT to CHECK YOUR HEARING

Most people don’t realize how deeply hearing loss can affect their lives—because it doesn’t hurt, doesn’t make you feel sick, and often feels easy to “just push through.” In this conversation, Dr. Rich and Dr. Ryan explain why that mindset can quietly lead to serious long-term consequences.

They discuss how untreated hearing loss doesn’t just make sounds quieter—it changes how the brain processes speech over time. The longer hearing loss is ignored, the harder it becomes for the brain to make sense of sound, even once hearing aids are introduced. Many patients don’t realize they’ve waited too long until voices are louder… but still unclear and frustrating.

The doctors also explore the emotional and social impact of hearing loss—from withdrawing from family gatherings and social events to missing meaningful, life-defining conversations. Finally, they address the growing evidence linking untreated hearing loss to cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. This is a powerful reminder that hearing health isn’t just about ears—it’s about connection, confidence, and quality of life.

Most people don’t realize how deeply hearing loss can affect their lives—because it doesn’t hurt, doesn’t make you feel sick, and often feels easy to “just p...