Applied Hearing Solutions

Applied Hearing Solutions Our team of Doctors of Audiology are committed to exceptional results through Best Practice care.

Our Doctors of Audiology work collaboratively to ensure that each and every patient seen in our clinic receives the best audiologic care possible by following Best Practices. In addition to providing excellent care to patients with common forms of hearing loss, our audiologists specialize in treating some of the most complex forms of hearing loss. However, Doctors Cliff Olson, Leslie Balderas, Rachael Cook, and Kelsey Beck also understand that the experience you have inside of our clinic is just as important as the care you receive. That’s why we always strive to give you 5-star service every single time you step foot into Applied Hearing Solutions. During your visits in our state-of-the-art clinic, you will never be rushed through your appointments as we work to solve your hearing difficulties. On average, we spend over twice the amount of time with our patients compared to standard hearing clinics.

03/11/2026

Powerful, Durable Hearing Aids for Severe Hearing Loss

If you have a severe to profound hearing loss and need powerful hearing aids that can keep up with your active lifestyle, these might be the hearing aids for you!

Do you actually have a hearing loss…or is it really a clarity loss?If you’ve ever said:✅ “People are mumbling”✅ “I can h...
03/09/2026

Do you actually have a hearing loss…or is it really a clarity loss?

If you’ve ever said:
✅ “People are mumbling”
✅ “I can hear them, I just can’t understand them”
✅ “I hear fine, but speech isn’t clear”

…then you may have a high-frequency hearing loss, which impacts consonant sounds and speech understanding.

In this video, I explain:
🔹 The difference between low-frequency vs high-frequency hearing loss
🔹 Why high-frequency loss causes clarity problems more than volume problems
🔹 How hearing aids should be fit for this type of loss (open-fit / vented fit)
🔹 Why Real Ear Measurement is the ONLY way to ensure your hearing aids are properly programmed
🔹 What to do if you still struggle with clarity even while wearing hearing aids

If you're serious about hearing better, understanding speech clearly, and getting the right hearing aid treatment—this video is for you.

03/09/2026

Did you know untreated hearing loss may increase your risk of dementia? 🧠👂

New research — including the 2025 Framingham Study — shows that the greater the hearing loss, the higher the risk of cognitive decline.

That’s why I’m hosting a FREE live webinar where I’ll break down the latest research and explain what you can do to protect your brain health.

📅 Thursday, March 19
⏰ 2:00 PM Arizona Time

In this webinar you'll learn:
• What the newest research actually says
• Why hearing loss affects brain health
• Whether treating hearing loss can reduce dementia risk
• Steps you can take today to protect your cognitive health

⚠️ My last webinar had 500+ attendees, and space is limited.

Register here:
https://streamyard.com/watch/sue2T6unzeRn

03/06/2026

Type 2 Diabetes and Increased Hearing Loss Risk

Why are people with type 2 diabetes 4x more likely to have hearing loss?

03/04/2026

"I can hear, it's just not clear"

Why do some people hear at a normal volume, but struggle to understand speech?

This common hearing loss pattern could be the cause.

If your audiologist did THIS, you didn’t get what you paid for 👇In this video, I expose a common problem:Providers NOT t...
03/02/2026

If your audiologist did THIS, you didn’t get what you paid for 👇

In this video, I expose a common problem:
Providers NOT turning on or explaining key hearing aid features…then telling you to “figure it out in the app.”

If your hearing aids aren’t doing everything they should, this might be why.

👂 Learn what GOOD hearing care actually looks like and what to demand from your provider.
👇 Watch the full video in the link in the comments.

02/27/2026

"I can hear, I just can't always understand."

If you or someone you know says this often...you should watch this video!

02/25/2026

How I Treat High-Frequency Hearing Loss

If you have trouble understanding speech but have normal perception of volume, you might have a high-frequency (high-pitch) hearing loss.

This is how I help my patients with high-frequency hearing loss hear clearly again.

02/23/2026

I was recently interviewed on our local news to educate the public about the correlation between hearing loss and dementia.

Research shows that hearing loss is the leading modifiable risk factor for dementia, and treating it proactively is a powerful way to mitigate dementia risk later in life.

Did you know that diabetes could actually increase your risk of hearing loss? In this video I explain:✅ Why people with ...
02/20/2026

Did you know that diabetes could actually increase your risk of hearing loss?

In this video I explain:

✅ Why people with type 2 diabetes are up to 4 times more likely to have hearing loss
✅ How elevated blood sugar (A1C levels) can damage the inner ear
✅ Why diabetes-related hearing loss usually affects high frequencies, reducing speech clarity
✅ How inflammation, reduced blood flow, and metabolic stress can permanently damage the cochlea
✅ What you can do right now to protect your hearing if you’re diabetic or pre-diabetic

I also talk about why the length of time you’ve had diabetes matters, how hearing loss can contribute to tinnitus and auditory deprivation, and why early diagnosis and treatment are critical if you want the best possible outcome.

02/18/2026

Auracast Adoption: When Will it Become Mainstream?

Auracast is going to transform wireless audio...but how far away is it in reality?

Here is my take on what needs to happen to make Auracast go mainstream.

02/16/2026

Start Using Auracast: Quick Guide

Ready to start using Auracast for wireless audio?

You need these three things to get started.

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Best Practice Audiologic Care in Phoenix

At Applied Hearing Solutions, our audiologists are experienced in working with individuals with complex hearing concerns. No matter what symptoms or challenges are in your way, we’ll diligently create a solution that meets your needs.

Rather than making general recommendations, our team draws on the latest industry expertise and an innovative approach to treatment to thoroughly assess your hearing ability.

Dr. Olson & Dr. Altus empower their patients by making hearing loss and treatment options easy to understand, so that you can be confident in knowing that you’re receiving the best treatment for you.

Our services include hearing testing, hearing aid evaluations & fittings, real ear measurements, tinnitus management, custom earmolds, hearing aid repairs and more.