A trusted private audiology practice in Easley.and Greenville, SC following best practices in a warm atmosphere.
01/30/2026
When you leave our office, you won’t just get a “yes or no” answer about your hearing… you’ll go home with a copy of your hearing test, called an audiogram.
An audiogram is a simple graph that shows how well you hear different pitches, from low (like a drum) to high (like a bird). On your chart, you’ll see “O” symbols for your right ear and “X” symbols for your left ear. We’ll walk you through exactly what those marks mean and how they relate to the sounds you hear every day, like speech, music, and background noise.
Think of it like a printed prescription for glasses, but for your ears. In South Carolina, your audiogram is typically considered current for 6 months, and it becomes the baseline we compare future tests to, so we can track any changes in your hearing over time.
This report belongs to you. You can file it neatly in your home health folder… or let it live on the floor of your car with the reusable grocery bags, we won’t judge.
01/29/2026
“I know I need help hearing, but I’m worried about the cost.”
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. At Elevate Audiology, we offer financing so you can spread the cost of hearing care over time, not all at once.
Many plans, depending on your credit score, are 15 months with 0% interest through Advance Care Card. We’re happy to review it with you before you decide.
01/29/2026
We're excited to share that we won the KaBOOM Award from Kidding Around Greenville, SC for "BEST FAMILY SPECIALIST"! Thank you to our patients and the community for voting. We're honored and it motivates us to continue our mission.
Thanks for hosting South Carolina Children's Theatre!
01/28/2026
In my experience, it’s not always easy for our patients to understand an audiogram without a detailed explanation… there’s a lot we test for!
As an audiologist, I’m trained not only to measure your hearing, but also to understand AND explain your results to you. And more importantly, I know when your results signal that something else might be going on…
Because sometimes hearing loss isn’t “just hearing loss.” It can be a red flag for a medical issue that requires timely attention.
👂 My role as an audiologist in the Upstate goes far beyond tuning a device. If a red flag appears on your hearing test, it is my professional duty to refer you to the appropriate physician before making any long-term recommendations. Your safety and health always come first!
When it comes to your hearing health, the interpretation of your results is just as important as the test itself. That’s why it’s critical that the person reviewing your audiogram has the highest level of training.
At Elevate Audiology, you can trust that every test is interpreted with the highest level of clinical expertise!
01/27/2026
If you haven’t looked at hearing aids in a while, you might be surprised by how sleek they’ve become!
Traditional hearing aids often used tubing to deliver sound into the ear. These still work well for some people, but today, most hearing aids use a thin wire, and the speaker sits right inside your ear canal.
This style is called receiver-in-canal (RIC), and it’s become super popular for a reason:
Better sound
Smaller, more discreet
More natural listening experience
In fact, 70% of hearing aids fit in the U.S. today are RIC style! (Source: MarkeTrak 2022)
Have you seen these newer styles around town?
01/26/2026
🌱 Let’s be honest… change is HARD, especially when it comes to something as personal as your hearing.
I hear this all the time:
“I know I need help… I just don’t know if I’m ready.”
“It feels like such a big step.”
“What if everything sounds too loud?”
And you know what? Those feelings are completely normal.
Hearing help isn’t just about a device. It's a change in routine, in confidence, in daily life. And big changes take courage.
But here’s the part I love reminding my patients of:
✨ You don’t have to do it alone. We are here to help.
✨ You get to take it one small step at a time. We schedule follow-up visits.
✨ Your brain is AMAZING at adjusting…sometimes it just needs a little practice.
Sometimes the hardest step… is also the one that changes everything.
🌟If you’re ready (or even curious), please reach out to us. We’re here to help!
01/26/2026
Reminder: We are closed today (Monday) due to icy conditions ❄️
Stay safe and warm!
01/25/2026
One of the most common questions we get is: "Should I go with rechargeable hearing aids or traditional batteries?"
Here’s a quick breakdown:
✅ Rechargeable hearing aids
Just place them in a charger overnight, no more fumbling with tiny batteries
Great for people with arthritis or dexterity concerns
Environmentally friendly and convenient
Most models hold a full day’s charge
🔁 Battery-powered hearing aids
Still a solid option, especially for those who travel often or don’t want to rely on charging
Batteries typically last 3–10 days, depending on use and size
Which one is more popular? Well, rechargeable hearing aids now make up over half of all hearing aids sold in the U.S. So they are definitely becoming more popular! (Source: Hearing Industries Association, 2022).
Not sure what’s best for your lifestyle? We’ll walk you through your options during your visit.
01/24/2026
We get this question a lot: “Do hearing aids actually help prevent cognitive decline?”
The answer, more and more, is yes, especially if they’re used early.
In fact, a major 2023 study found that using hearing aids was linked to a 48% lower risk of developing dementia in adults with hearing loss. (Source: Lin et al., Lancet Commission, 2023)
That’s a powerful reason to start thinking about hearing health! Can you think of anyone that has been putting off their hearing test?
01/23/2026
During the cooler months of the year, it’s no secret that I see a spike in illnesses: flu, colds, RSV, COVID… you name it. And with illness season comes the usual suspects: boogers, coughs, and sometimes… ear woes. 👎
At Elevate Audiology, I consistently see an increase in middle ear fluid during the winter months, especially here in the Upstate area. Sometimes the fluid behind the middle ear isn’t always easy to see either! This is why one of the most critical (and quickest!) tests we can perform for our patients is called tympanometry.
👂 Tympanometry is a quick, painless test that measures how well your eardrum and middle ear system are functioning.
Why does this matter? Because middle ear issues are worth keeping an eye on. Fluid in the middle ear that isn’t infected can sometimes last up to 6-12 weeks!
01/23/2026
❄️ Weather Closure Notice ❄️
Due to the expected ice over the weekend, our office will be closed on Monday for the safety of our patients and team.
Our Patient Care Coordinators are actively reaching out to everyone scheduled for Monday to assist with rescheduling.
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe!
01/21/2026
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Elevate Audiology is an independent private practice in Easley, SC. Our goal is simple: to educate and serve those needing excellent hearing and tinnitus care. It is all about you and your specific needs. We want to get to know you and your family to understand how we can be your best resource for better hearing and improved quality of life. We hear you through all the noise.
Hearing and communication difficulties are now known to effect your overall health including social, emotional, and physical ways. These affect those in your family and social circle, as well. We want you to feel as safe, confident, and successful as possible in your hearing and communication abilities.
At Elevate Audiology, we understand there is a lot of information and often confusion about your options for better hearing. We take our role in your journey to better hearing seriously because you and your family deserve it. You can trust what you hear from us. We offer a variety of service plans and technology levels to meet the different lifestyles and financial needs of our community without sacrificing quality care. We greatly value our role in the Upstate of South Carolina and are available as a resource to serve and educate.
March 2018
Very few people know what an audiologist is until they need one. I did not know what an audiologist was until I was ready to become one!
In late 2007, I sat down with a speech researcher to talk about language and human interaction as a sophomore neuroscience major. I left that meeting realizing I needed to change my major. Audiology merges human interaction, education, and the brain- exactly what I was looking for but needed someone to show me the way.
Throughout all of my experiences, I’ve continuously looked at how to improve a situation or process. My profession is no different. During graduate school and early in my professional career, I would see how things ARE and how they COULD BE.
10 years later, in late 2017, it was time to bring all of those notes and thoughts together to start the best audiology practice there could be. With the support of my husband, family, and friends, Elevate Audiology- Hearing and Tinnitus Center became a reality.
I’m on a mission to empower and educate those with hearing and communication needs as well as those with bothersome tinnitus. There is no reason for people to struggle in these areas unnecessarily. Every decision has been significantly thought out with the patient’s experience and needs in mind. We want to elevate the lives that we touch while elevating what is expected from the audiology field. Not only do we educate our patients and their families but we also continue to educate ourselves to ensure best practices.
We will work for our patients, our community, and for the field of audiology through improved access and advocacy.
