It’s estimated that approximately 43 million people in the United States suffer from a speech, voice, language, or hearing impairment.

Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the treatment options available to patients.

For 2019, the theme is “Communication Across the Lifespan.”

We’ve set up this hearing and speech resource page with videos and articles discussing common issues and treatment options from some of our voice and hearing specialists.

Better Hearing

Our certified and licensed audiologists work with our physicians to provide the most comprehensive care. No matter what your hearing or balance issue may be, The Hearing and Balance Center is here to help you experience relief.

Better Speech

Whether you are experiencing hoarseness, a “whispery” voice, a tense voice or an issue relating to throat cancer, the dedicated Voice Care Center is here to help you speak loud and clear (and without pain).

Hearing Resources

• Ask the Experts: What Should I Know About Hearing Devices?
• Common Hearing Device Questions
• The Inner Ear and Your Balance
• Why You Should Stop Cleaning Your Ears with Cotton Swabs
• 3-Part Cochlear Implant Story: Pre-Surgery, Activation and Follow-Up
• Hearing Devices Changed My Life
• Bilateral Cochlear Implants
• How Do I Know if I Have Hearing Loss?
• What Should I Do if I Suspect I Have Hearing Loss?
• How Does a Hearing Device Work?
• Are All Hearing Devices the Same?
• How Do I Know Which Hearing Device is Right for Me?
• What Should I Expect from My New Hearing Devices?
• Are Hearing Devices Covered by Insurance?
• Teeth Helping Patients to Hear Again
• Healthy Connections on OrangeTV – Advances in Hearing

Speech Resources

• Are You an Occupational Voice User? Overview, Issues and Tips
• Healthy Living: Maintaining the Voice (published in Insight Magazine)
• Tips to Maintain Your Vocal Health
• Vocal Warm Ups
• Vocal Cord Surgery Testimonial
• Voice Care Center Overview
• Voice Care Tips
• How Can Treating Allergies Affect Your Voice?

If you would like to schedule an appointment with one of our hearing or voice specialists, please call (407) 644-4883 or click here to request an appointment now.