Southwest Balance, Dizziness, & Ear Institute

Southwest Balance, Dizziness, & Ear Institute Welcome to Phoenix's Premier Vestibular Clinic, dedicated to providing exceptional care for balance and dizziness disorders.

Our practice is conveniently located in Central Phoenix on 4004 N 7th St. southwest Balance Dizziness & Ear Institute provides care for balance and dizziness disorders in Phoniex, AZ.

Thanksgiving dinners with the family can be… interesting.Between the loud storytellers, the political debates, and that ...
11/20/2025

Thanksgiving dinners with the family can be… interesting.
Between the loud storytellers, the political debates, and that one relative who whispers every sentence, you deserve to choose what you hear — and what you don’t.

If your hearing hasn’t been keeping up lately, the holidays are the worst time to realize it.
Let’s make sure you can catch every joke, every memory, and every moment (or tune things out when needed).

Southwest Balance & Dizziness Hearing Institute is here to help you step into the holidays with confidence, clarity, and the ability to decide:
“Do I really want to hear this?”

⭐ Patient Testimonial Spotlight ⭐When dizziness takes over your day, it doesn’t just slow you down — it steals your conf...
11/19/2025

⭐ Patient Testimonial Spotlight ⭐

When dizziness takes over your day, it doesn’t just slow you down — it steals your confidence, your peace of mind, and your ability to live life the way you want.

This patient came to us struggling with dizziness and balance issues… and left with clarity, confidence, and stability restored.

Here’s what he shared:

“The AVT sessions were extremely helpful in resolving my dizziness and balance problems.
Dr. Schmidt was so kind and helpful. I would recommend her to anyone.”

At Southwest Balance & Dizziness, stories like this are why we do what we do.
If dizziness, vertigo, or balance problems are standing in your way, you deserve answers — and a team who truly listens.

Call us today to schedule an evaluation: 602-265-9000

Can You Hear Me Now… or Are You Just Pretending?Hearing loss doesn’t always happen overnight — it can sneak up slowly. Y...
11/15/2025

Can You Hear Me Now… or Are You Just Pretending?

Hearing loss doesn’t always happen overnight — it can sneak up slowly. You might start turning up the TV, asking people to repeat themselves, or feeling left out in conversations.

Here’s the truth: hearing changes are more than just an inconvenience. They can affect your balance, brain health, and confidence in social settings.

At Southwest Balance & Dizziness, our specialists use advanced diagnostic testing to uncover the root cause of hearing issues — whether it’s wax buildup, nerve-related loss, or something deeper.

Early detection makes all the difference.
Schedule your comprehensive hearing evaluation today — your future self will thank you!

At Southwest Balance, kindness is at the heart of everything we do — from listening carefully to each patient’s story to...
11/13/2025

At Southwest Balance, kindness is at the heart of everything we do — from listening carefully to each patient’s story to helping restore balance and confidence in daily life.

Kindness is more than a gesture — it’s how we communicate, comfort, and care. A kind word, a steady hand, or simply taking the time to help someone stand tall again… it all matters.

Today, we’re celebrating the ripple effect of kindness — because one compassionate act can help someone regain not just their balance, but their hope.

How will you spread kindness today? Have you experienced kindness from others today? We would love to hear.

11/13/2025

You deserve care that puts you at ease. From the warm welcome to the fresh coffee, everything here is designed to help you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in.

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering com...
11/12/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment.

Your strength protects our freedom — and for that, we are deeply grateful.

To every Veteran: thank you for your service, your resilience, and your dedication to something greater than yourself. 💙❤️🤍

Do you or your child struggle to understand spoken words—especially in noisy places?It might not be a hearing issue at a...
11/11/2025

Do you or your child struggle to understand spoken words—especially in noisy places?

It might not be a hearing issue at all. It could be Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) — a condition where the ears hear sound correctly, but the brain has trouble interpreting it.

People with APD often say:
➡️ “I can hear you, but I can’t understand you.”
➡️ “Noisy rooms make conversations impossible.”
➡️ “I need directions repeated… slowly.”

At Southwest Balance & Dizziness Ear Institute, we help identify whether those frustrating moments are related to APD or another auditory issue.

Learn what causes APD, how it’s diagnosed, and which therapies can make a real difference — including how our specialists personalize support for each patient.

Learn more here https://www.swbetterbalance.com/conditions/auditory-processing-disorder -more

💬 Question for you: Have you or your child ever been told you “don’t listen,” when it’s really that you can’t process what’s being said? Share your experience below — you’re not alone.

Forget what you think you know about hearing aids.Gone are the bulky, squeaky devices of the past — today’s technology i...
11/08/2025

Forget what you think you know about hearing aids.
Gone are the bulky, squeaky devices of the past — today’s technology is sleek, smart, and nearly invisible.

✨ Modern hearing aids can:
🔹 Connect directly to your smartphone for calls and music
🔹 Auto-adjust to different environments
🔹 Reduce background noise in real time
🔹 Recharge overnight — no batteries required
🔹 Learn your listening preferences using AI

At Southwest Balance, Dizziness & Hearing, we match advanced technology with personalized care — helping you hear clearly, comfortably, and confidently.

Do you ever hear ringing, buzzing, or humming when everything around you is quiet?That sound is called tinnitus, and you...
11/07/2025

Do you ever hear ringing, buzzing, or humming when everything around you is quiet?
That sound is called tinnitus, and you’re not alone — over 50 million Americans experience it.

While tinnitus isn’t a condition itself, it’s often a symptom of something deeper:
👂 Hearing loss
💊 Certain medications
🎧 Noise exposure
🧠 Stress or circulation issues

At Southwest Balance, Dizziness & Hearing, we specialize in identifying what’s triggering your tinnitus — and creating a plan to quiet the noise.
You don’t have to “just live with it.” Relief starts with a hearing evaluation.

Your inner ear sends constant signals to your brain to keep you upright and steady — even when you’re sitting still.When...
11/06/2025

Your inner ear sends constant signals to your brain to keep you upright and steady — even when you’re sitting still.

When those signals get disrupted, your brain feels like it’s spinning too. 🌀
Our specialists can help retrain that connection so you feel grounded again.

Sometimes it’s not that your child isn’t paying attention — it’s that their brain is struggling to make sense of what th...
11/05/2025

Sometimes it’s not that your child isn’t paying attention — it’s that their brain is struggling to make sense of what they hear.

🧠 Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) affects how the brain interprets sounds, even when hearing is perfectly normal.

Children with APD might:
🔹 Struggle to follow verbal directions
🔹 Ask “what?” or “huh?” often
🔹 Mix up similar-sounding words
🔹 Have trouble focusing in noisy classrooms

Early testing and support can make a huge difference in school performance and confidence.
At Southwest Balance, Dizziness & Hearing, our specialists provide comprehensive evaluations to uncover how your child processes sound — because hearing is more than just ears.

November is the perfect time to tune back in — to your loved ones, the music, and the world around you.If you’ve noticed...
11/04/2025

November is the perfect time to tune back in — to your loved ones, the music, and the world around you.

If you’ve noticed muffled sounds or missed conversations lately, schedule a hearing evaluation before the holidays.

Because hearing is connection.

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4004 N 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ
85014

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16022659000

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AZ Balance & Hearing Associates provides Phoenicians with the highest quality hearing healthcare in the valley. Our team is experienced with a range of different hearing and balance problems. We specialize in helping both children and adults and are committed to helping each patient reach their potential. We only offer the most advanced hearing aid technology from the leading manufacturers. Our services include hearing tests for children and adults, hearing aid evaluations, hearing aid fittings, hearing aid repair and cleaning, tinnitus management, balance disorder treatment and more. Give us a call today or email us at Dana@arizonabalance.com . We look forward to hearing from you!