We are committed to improving our patients’ quality of life through exceptional hearing and balance care.
We strive to be leaders in our field through:
◾Evidence-based testing, diagnosis, and treatments
◾Physician collaboration
◾Advanced hearing aid technology dispensing
◾Patient education & counseling
The Truth About Testing for Hearing Loss
Not all hearing testing is the same. Hearing aid retailers most often are staffed by dispensers that legally are prohibited from billing commercial and government insurance providers for comprehensive hearing evaluations. As such, many retailers provide a simple yet limited hearing screening – free of charge. At Fairbanks Hearing & Balance Center we only conduct a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of your hearing system to ensure accurate diagnosis. You can be rest assured, you get the test results and treatment you deserve, based on a complete hearing evaluation in collaboration with your Doctor of Audiology and your attending physician. Why choose a Doctor of Audiology vs. a Hearing Aid Dispenser? A Doctor of Audiology and a Hearing Aid Dispenser both are licensed to test for hearing loss and to select and fit hearing aids. Doctors of Audiology, however, are schooled and earn doctoral degrees in the sciences of understanding the human ear intimately. In general, your Audiologist will perform more thorough testing to accurately identify other associative pathologies to hearing loss. Physicians collaborate primarily with Doctors of Audiology for comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance disorders. What is an Audiologist? au-di-ol-o-gist (noun): The health-care professional who specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing hearing loss and balance disorders in adults and children. Today audiologists are required to complete a 4-year doctoral program, including various clinical placements and research involvement.
03/26/2026
A look behind the scenes of a hearing evaluation. 👂
If it’s been a while since your last hearing check, our team at Fairbanks Hearing & Balance Center is here to help
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
03/25/2026
Taking care of your hearing starts with a simple step—a hearing exam. 👂
A hearing evaluation helps us understand how well you’re hearing different sounds and conversations, so we can support your hearing health and keep you connected to the moments that matter most.
If it’s been a while since your last check, consider scheduling a hearing exam with our team today.
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
03/24/2026
We are seeking organized and customer-focused Appointment Coordinators to join our team. This role is essential in managing patient schedules, ensuring smooth daily operations, and delivering an excellent client experience!
Full-time & Part-time openings available.
Every bite counts. See how the foods you eat may influence your hearing over time.
Studies are suggesting that the food you eat can affect your hearing and how simple changes to your diet can help.
03/23/2026
Hearing health plays an important role in cognitive health. 👂🧠
The brain relies on sound signals from the ears to stay active. When hearing changes occur, the brain must work harder to process speech and everyday sounds.
Addressing hearing changes early can help support cognitive engagement and overall well-being.
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
03/19/2026
Quality care starts with experience, attention to detail, and a commitment to every patient who walks through our doors.
We’re proud to provide trusted hearing healthcare to the Fairbanks community.
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
03/18/2026
What sound would you miss the most if your hearing started to change? 👂
- Music
- Laughter from loved ones
- Birds chirping
- Conversations with friends
Tell us in the comments.
Your hearing plays a big role in the moments that matter most.
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
03/18/2026
Hearing aids can change more than what you hear. Learn how they connect to your health and life.
Today’s hearing aids have life-saving benefits that go beyond helping you hear. And they’re more discreet and advanced than ever.
03/17/2026
03/17/2026
Whether you're at concerts, sporting events, or around loud equipment, taking steps to protect your hearing can make a big difference.
Wearing proper hearing protection helps preserve the sounds you love for years to come.
Your hearing health shouldn’t be left to luck. Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Fairbanks Hearing & Balance! 🍀
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📍Fairbanks Hearing & Balance
1919 Lathrop St, Suite 103
Fairbanks, Alaska
Open Monday-Thursday 8AM-6PM
📞(907) 456-7768 EXT 2
Email tech@fairbankshearingandbalance.com
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Fairbanks Hearing & Balance Center
We are committed to improving our patients’ quality of life through exceptional hearing and balance care. We strive to be leaders in our field through:
◾Evidence-based testing, diagnosis, and treatments for all ages
◾Physician collaboration
◾Advanced hearing aid technology
◾Patient education & counseling
Do I have hearing loss, and does it matter?
Many people live with hearing loss for years before seeing an audiologist. Hearing loss is usually a gradual process, but you may have other symptoms to include persistent ear fullness or ringing (tinnitus). The gradual process is why most patients do not realize how this disease negatively affects their quality of life. Hearing loss affects people of all ages, and with numerous causes other than a history of loud noise exposure or advanced age. People with hearing loss often have trouble understanding conversations in noisy environments (such as restaurants, bars, music venues), and subconsciously rely on lip reading to understand personal conversations. Many people also become frustrated and avoid noisy environments all together because they cannot participate in conversations. At Fairbanks Hearing & Balance, we can help you determine the type and severity of hearing loss you have, and develop a personalized treatment plan to improve your quality of life.
Are all hearing tests the same?
There are various hearing “screening” tests that are offered by entities other than Doctors of Audiology. Audiologists provide a comprehensive hearing evaluation via a thorough evaluation of your outer, middle, and inner ear structures to achieve an accurate diagnosis. It focuses on not only the ability to hear certain frequencies at certain intensities, but our testing focuses on the ability to understand language in various situations (in quiet, in noise, etc).
At Fairbanks Hearing & Balance Center, we are not hearing aid retailers/dispensers. Hearing aid retailers/dispensers are usually legally prohibited from billing commercial and government insurance providers for comprehensive hearing evaluations that audiologists provide. As such, many retailers provide a simple limited hearing screening, free of charge, to meet the requirements to sell hearing aids. At Fairbanks Hearing & Balance Center, we conduct a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of your hearing system to ensure accurate diagnosis, personalize your treatment plan and recommendations, and collaborate with your referring physicians. We are part of Fairbanks ENT, and work closely with Drs. Hammond and Kim to provide services to patients of all ages.
Are all hearing aids the same?
Hearing aid technology has advanced significantly over the past decade. Although a hearing aid is an excellent piece of technology, a Doctor of Audiology is able to use their clinical expertise to fine tune the technology to meet your specific needs and reduce your listening effort. However, it is a team effort, and the best hearing aid is the hearing aid you are willing to wear. Our hearing aids come with a 3-year warranty and care plan for which our team will work with you to adjust your hearing aids to meet your lifestyle needs.
Why choose a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) vs. a Hearing Aid Dispenser?
A Doctor of Audiology is the healthcare professional who specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing hearing loss and balance disorders in adults and children. Today, audiologists are required to complete a 4-year doctoral program that focuses in the sciences of understanding the human ear intimately.
A Hearing Aid Dispenser is licensed to test for hearing loss and to select and fit hearing aids. In general, your audiologist will perform more thorough testing to accurately identify other associative pathologies to hearing loss. Physicians collaborate primarily with audiologists for comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, tinnitus, and balance disorders.