Iowa Ear Center

11/27/2025

11/24/2025

Curious about what kind of training a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) has? An audiologist can expect to go through eight to ten years of post-high school education, according to the American Academy of Audiology.

This can include additional time on-the-job treating hearing and balance through internships, externships and fellowships!

11/19/2025

With the holidays in full swing, now is a great time to ensure that your hearing health is in check! If you use hearing aids, be sure to communicate any needs to family and friends during gatherings, in addition to working with your audiologist to ensure your devices continue to work properly.

Reach out when in doubt—our experts can help!

11/17/2025

Have you had a clean-and-check appointment for your hearing aids recently?

Though the heat and humidity can pack a punch on hearing aids, the approaching cold weather and possible rain can also affect hearing devices over time. Keeping up with proper hearing aid maintenance with your audiologist ensures your devices will continue to function at their best!

11/11/2025

Today, we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country. Thank you, veterans, for all that you do!

11/10/2025

There is no cure for tinnitus, but hearing aids can help.

Many advanced hearing aids have options to relieve tinnitus with white noise and other settings that can minimize the ringing, buzzing or whooshing.

11/05/2025

Hearing loss can hinder connection with friends and family, which can cause isolation, potentially affecting cognitive function over time. The good news is that hearing loss treatment can help!

Help a loved one take charge of their hearing health in honor of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Seeking out treatment as early as possible with the use of hearing aids can help encourage better results later in life!

11/03/2025

If you or a loved one have diabetes, there’s another routine check-up you should add to your list: a hearing test! Patients with diabetes are more likely to experience hearing loss than those without.

Schedule your annual hearing test in honor of Diabetes Awareness Month. The sooner treatment can start, the better the outcome!

10/31/2025

We hope you and your loved ones have a safe, fun-filled Halloween!

10/27/2025

The American Tinnitus Association states that at least 5 million Americans struggle with what’s known as “burdensome chronic tinnitus.”

This may require more advanced management techniques, or even hearing aids, to help alleviate symptoms. Thankfully, our experts can help!

10/22/2025

Did you know that your hearing aids have two types of microphones? Directional mics focus on sounds in front of you, like conversations, while omnidirectional mics capture sounds from all around.

Together, they create a natural soundscape! Curious to learn more about your hearing aids or potential upgrades? Call our experts today!

10/20/2025

Getting into the Halloween spirit with a party or gathering? You can start by decorating your hearing aids (within reason, of course)!

Consider using small removable vinyl stickers or bedazzle them with peelable rhinestones. You might also consider other options that go along with your chosen costume’s theme! Now your hearing aids can be part of your spooky season style!