People with hearing loss deserve choices that allow them to find the solution that best meets their individual needs. At Parker & Castle Rock Centers for Audiology, we believe this is best accomplished through a personal relationship with one of our audiologists. An audiologist is a professional who diagnoses and treats hearing and balance problems. An audiologist has received an Au.D. (Doctorate in Audiology), or a Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited university graduate program in audiology. Dr. Erin Davlin, one of our audiologists, shares what she loves about her profession ..read more

For many reasons, suffers will delay or avoid resolving their hearing problems, often times making the issue worse. While many may view hearing loss as an inconvenience, Dr. Erin Davlin, an audiologist at Parker & Castle Rock Centers for Audiology shares that hearing loss can have a much bigger impact on your life than you might think. “There are more and more links that show untreated hearing loss (can lead to) a greater risk of developing dementia,” she said. “So getting your hearing checked regularly is crucial ..read more

If you are suffering from hearing loss or have been facing hearing problems, you are not alone. Roughly 48 million people in the United States have some degree of hearing loss.  With more people – especially young people – being exposed to excess noise on a regular basis, the number of people with hearing problems will likely increase. “One of the most common causes of hearing loss is noise exposure,” said Dr. Erin Davlin, an audiologist at Parker & Castle Rock Centers for Audiology. “Maybe your job exposed you to a lot of noise or maybe you went to a lot of concerts. It’s extremely commo ..read more

For millions of Americans, Better Speech and Hearing Month has increased awareness of the importance of hearing, how to protect it, and how to improve it. Every May for the past 75 years, audiologists are tasked with advocacy and education. This is our time to get the word out! This month aims to raise awareness about hearing problems and promote treatment for those suffering from hearing impairments. Public knowledge can lead to early diagnosis, better referrals or even prevention. Current auditory research initiatives are advancing the ability to assist auditory performance in everyday envi ..read more

Tinnitus, the medical term for ringing in the ears, is a condition where the sufferer hears sounds that have no outside source. While ringing is the most common sound, other sounds of tinnitus might include humming, blowing, whistling, buzzing, roaring and more. It’s estimated that nearly 15% of Americans – over 50 million people – experience some degree of tinnitus. Is there a tinnitus cure? Unfortunately, there’s no cure for tinnitus. However, they’re several effective tinnitus treatments that reduce the severity of the ringing and provide tinnitus relief. These tinnitus treatment options ..read more

Parker & Castle Rock Centers for Audiology took the team to Orlando, Florida to attend the 2017 AHAA Convention. This conference is held for hearing care professionals to learn about recent developments in the hearing health industry. Over a four-day span, we gathered a better understanding of the issues in the industry and how to better serve our patients. From learning about optimizing patient care, improving practice efficiency and making the offices more appealing to patients, we returned with valuable insight to exceed and enhance the experience for our patients ..read more

Statistic Brain reports that 45 percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. But less than half of these individuals maintain success for more than six months. This statistic might seem a bit daunting, but it shouldn’t keep you from picking New Year’s resolutions that will stick. Get on the path to lasting success by setting realistic goals for a healthier lifestyle, which includes addressing untreated hearing loss ..read more

Maybe the passing ambulance was closer than normal before you noticed the sirens. Maybe you needed to double check and make sure your turn signal was on because you didn’t hear the clicking noise. As you age, your ability to hear decreases. Making the choice to drive a car can be a dangerous decision if you have hearing loss. The main reason? If you can’t hear it, you can’t avoid it. Most cars have alerts that activate when you aren’t wearing your seatbelt, or when you leave your keys in the ignition. Some vehicle models even have rear-view cameras that chime or beep when you get too clos ..read more

At Parker Audiology we want to wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday season. We understand that the holidays can be a stressful and difficult time for everyone, even more so for those with hearing impairments. Large family gatherings and business parties provide a great chance to catch up with family and friends, but these and other crowded settings – like church services – are challenging listening environments for those who wear hearing aids ..read more

If you’re a savvy hearing aid consumer in 2016, you’re in luck. This month, Oticon released Opn, its newest hearing aid. It’s not every day that a major change comes along in hearing technology, but the staff at Parker Center for Audiology believes that day is today! What makes Oticon’s Opn so exciting? This new hearing aid makes it easier for those with hearing loss to communicate effectively and stay socially active. Users report less listening effort and more ability to remember conversations – even in crowded environments. The Opn device uses the BrainHearing approach, working with the b ..read more