Patient Resources
Why Audiologists are Critical for Hearing Healthcare
I’m a firm believer in the axiom, “knowledge is power.” Not in the monied, power, manipulative sense, but on a personal level. We all have beliefs that are derived from our experience, culture, and knowledge. To continue growing and feeling grounded, it’s important to...
There’s No Better Care & Service for Your Hearing Aids in the East Bay
At Berkeley Hearing Center, there's no greater reward for us than to help someone in their time of need. We understand hearing loss, and we know how important your hearing aids are to you. It's our goal to ensure you are provided with the best care and best service...
Do You Need to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids?
Hearing aids are truly amazing, life-changing instruments that provide crucial sensory information to those with hearing loss. But these impactful and life-changing medical prosthetics don't last forever. From aging devices and malfunctions to emerging technology,...
Is it Normal for New Hearing Aids to Be Uncomfortable?
Here at Berkeley Hearing Center, we understand the importance of empowering our patients by educating them, their loved ones, other healthcare professionals, and the public about Audiology & hearing health care. We believe that the ‘informed choice’ is always the...
iPhone 12 Users Report Sound Issues When Paired to Hearing Aids
There's nothing quite like peeling the cellophane off a brand-spanking-new iPhone screen. The excitement of new features, the allure of the scratch-free screen, and the promise of a faster-charging and more robust battery can put a smile on anyone's face. But what...
Back in Black: How AC/DC’s Lead Singer Overcame A Hearing Loss
In 2016, AC/DC put out a formal statement wishing singer/songwriter and frontman Brian Johnson "all the best with his hearing issues and future ventures" before stating that Axl Rose (from my home town in Indiana) would be taking over the singing spot for the band. By...
Troubleshooting Problems with ReSound Live Assist on ReSound Smart App
Our lives have recently been altered, and we have all had to adapt to this 'new normal.' We can no longer go about our daily activities in the same way we used to. Back in April, here at Berkeley Hearing Center, we had to think quick on our feet to adopt innovative...
What to Expect Now That Your Loved One Has Decided They Want to Hear Again
Around 4 million hearing aids are dispensed across the United States each year. While this number is lower than the actual number of people who could benefit from hearing aids (NIDCD estimates that over 28 million Americans would benefit from hearing aids), it still...
Costco vs. Berkeley Hearing Center – What’s The Difference?
Costco is beloved by many folks. Whether it’s stocking up on toilet paper, buying more cake than can be humanly consumed, or walking away with a token hot dog, Costco certainly has its niche. You may also know that Costco “sells” hearing aids. In fact, they are the...
Hearing and the ‘Evil Genius’
Love him or hate him, there’s no denying the genius of Elon Musk. Now let me be clear; I only used the phrase ‘Evil Genius’ in the title as a Simpsons reference. Like so very many times in its rich history, an episode of The Simpsons effectively predicted the...
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