{"id":85,"date":"2022-01-06T21:35:31","date_gmt":"2022-01-06T21:35:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/capefearoto.fm1.dev\/?page_id=85"},"modified":"2022-05-19T12:58:15","modified_gmt":"2022-05-19T16:58:15","slug":"audiologist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/audiologist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Audiological Care Starts Here"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-one.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1552 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-one.jpg 560w, https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-one-256x256.jpg 256w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-0d91ffd9-05ac-4c51-9231-6ea001ee4750\">Should You See an Audiologist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-ec68a2e7-0e5b-489f-bd1a-cd8a62769f35\">Audiologists work with patients of all ages, treating infants, children and adults for a variety of hearing and balance problems\u2014they provide services that include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-2d4f44d8-0075-4d3d-8f54-9fd231e95afe\"><li>Fitting and dispensing hearing aids<\/li><li>Administering hearing and balance tests<\/li><li>Assessing candidacy for and programming implantable hearing devices (e.g., cochlear implants, bone-anchored hearing aids, etc.)<\/li><li>Counseling patients and their families on communication strategies<\/li><li>Designing and implementing hearing conservation programs and newborn hearing screenings<\/li><li>Providing aural rehabilitation programs<\/li><li>Performing ear-related surgical monitoring<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-two.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1551 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-two.jpg 560w, https:\/\/capefearoto.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/ha-two-256x256.jpg 256w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-715c7cc8-ed76-4655-b289-73a7ee6c3ce9\">How Is Hearing Loss Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-67506582-80c3-4286-bd27-01968e6efb4e\">1. Setup an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-2ce6760a-dfde-42c8-ba79-4ea104e30679\">We can help you schedule an appointment with the right specialist for your needs. Hearing loss is common, and an in-person visit is the first step towards treatment. Family members or friends are always welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-461c3d9d-00f7-4b17-8db7-f89f77de2a3e\">2. See an Audiologist for a Hearing Evaluation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-acdbadbb-ee68-436d-b0c9-cd6af66efdb6\">An audiologist will test your hearing to determine the cause and severity of your hearing loss. They will answer all of your questions and work with you to find the right treatment solution for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-8c5bcf77-9ffe-48fc-b6bd-4b03b8b465ce\">3. Have Your Hearing Aid Fitted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-4fdb1350-41fa-4f85-9e4a-0295ee44ea3f\">After helping you choose the treatment plan that is right for you, we\u2019ll guide you through the hearing aid fitting process, and our audiology team will provide ongoing support every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-dc8360db-1327-488e-b675-c320dc5ecdbc\">4. Follow-Up Consultation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-66be0a84-0ae2-40bb-be4c-72b2725f3126\">A follow-up visit is typically scheduled 1-2 weeks after your initial fitting. Your audiologist will work with you to make further adjustments, answer any additional questions and provide ongoing support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call Cape Fear Otolaryngology at <a href=\"tel:+19103239222\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(910) 323-9222<\/span><\/a> for our Fayetteville location or <a href=\"tel:+19102254510\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(910) 225-4510<\/span><\/a> for our Lumberton location for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What can an audiologist do?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Our audiologists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and management of hearing and balance disorders. 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