Traditional hearing aids send amplified sound through the ear canal and middle ear. When that pathway is blocked or damaged, a bone conduction device may be a better option. How It Works Your inner ear can detect sound through vibrations in the skull, not just through the ear canal. Bone conduction devices convert sound into…
View detailsAt Jacksonville Hearing & Balance Institute, we believe everyone deserves clear, comfortable hearing. On September 21, 2026, we are excited to host a special Demo Day with Phonak to introduce their newest line of advanced hearing technology. This event offers a hands-on opportunity to test Phonak’s current and newly expanded line, including their updated Spheric…
View detailsOur previous blog post discussed Roger technology and how it can help Phonak hearing aid uses understand speech in challenging environments better than just using hearing aids alone. But what exactly are these challenging environments? Below are some specific examples where our patients have used their Roger On devices to enhance their listening experience: ·…
View detailsUnderstanding speech can be difficult for anyone when the person speaking is at a distance or when in background noise, but this becomes even more difficult when the listener has hearing loss. Hearing aids help patients hear what they are missing naturally due to their hearing loss but they can only process the signal they…
View detailsMy name is Madelyn Eisen and I am excited to be the 2026-2027 JHBI Audiology Extern. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida in Orlando in 2023. I am in my fourth year of the Doctor of Audiology program at the University of Florida. I am set to graduate this upcoming…
View detailsIn honor of Better Speech and Hearing Month, we sat down with one of the Hearing Center’s newest hearing aid recipients, our very own Dr. Green! We discussed his first signs / symptoms of hearing loss, his motivation to get hearing aids, and his overall impressions. Keep reading below to learn more about Dr. Green’s…
View detailsJoin us in-person or online for our upcoming seminar! Both medical and audiological staff from our office will be presenting “Vestibular Migraine: A Common and Frequently Unrecognized Problem” on Tuesday March 31st. The event will take place at our office at 5:30pm, and will be livestreamed online for individuals who cannot attend in-person. During this…
View detailsIf you are experiencing a problem with your hearing aids, we are here to help! The Hearing Center offers a Walk-In Repair Clinic on Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:30am and on Thursdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm. During this time, we will clean your hearing aids and perform a listening check. This will allow us to determine if the problem…
View detailsIf you’re new to JHBI, your first visit will include a comprehensive audiological evaluation before you meet with one of our medical providers. Whether your concern is hearing loss, dizziness or balance problems, tinnitus, or another ear-related issue, this evaluation gives us valuable information to help uncover the cause of your symptoms. The inner ear…
View detailsMany patients often ask at their hearing aid consultation appointment “How long do they last?”. While there isn’t a straightforward answer, here are some guidelines. Hearing aids are complex devices requiring proper care and maintenance. Technology in general is rapidly changing every few years, and this includes new advancements in hearing aid technology. Hearing aids…
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