Audiology

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People with hearing, dizziness and balance problems can find expert help at the Mayo Clinic Division of Audiology. The clinic has one of the largest audiology practices in the world, with over 30 audiologists committed to providing individualized, comprehensive care at campuses in Arizona, Minnesota and Florida. In Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota, the Mayo Clinic Health System brings audiology services to more than 60 communities.

Expertise

Each year, more than 21,000 people with various forms of hearing loss are diagnosed and treated at Mayo Clinic. Our audiology specialists are experienced with hearing and balance problems, from the common to the serious and complex. They listen to you before arriving at a diagnosis and proposing solutions using the most current technology. They are trained and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), use best practices and adhere to the ASHA code of ethics.

Our audiologists are supported by hearing aid technicians who are highly skilled in the maintenance and repair of hearing aids.

Research and innovation

Audiologists at Mayo Clinic are nationally recognized leaders in the field. They work with the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense and various industries to develop new and better ways for people with hearing, dizziness or balance problems to function on a day-to-day basis.

Collaboration

Audiologists partner with ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists, as well as with doctors in family medicine, preventive medicine, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, occupational medicine, pediatrics and other specialties. With this team-based approach, audiologists and allied health staff trained in caring for people with hearing loss and balance problems work together to provide exactly the care you need.

Mayo Clinic's collaborative, multidisciplinary team approach sets the clinic apart as a leader in audiology services.

Comprehensive care

Audiology services fall under three general areas:

• Comprehensive hearing (audiological) evaluations for medical diagnosis, monitoring, hearing conservation and hearing loss management
• Comprehensive vestibular and balance assessments
• Comprehensive audiological rehabilitation services to facilitate the use of residual or restored hearing and the use of technology to augment interpersonal communication

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for ear, nose and throat by U.S. News & World Report.

Our audiology specialists offer a full range of diagnostic hearing evaluations, including comprehensive evaluations for people of all ages. Services also include hearing monitoring and conservation services for people with particular needs, such as musicians, executives and people undergoing treatments that affect hearing. Not all services are available at each location. Please confirm when you request an appointment.

Our audiologists use advanced, nonmedical methods to help manage hearing, dizziness and balance problems. Mayo Clinic ear, nose and throat (ENT)/head and neck specialists treat medical conditions that cause hearing loss, dizziness or imbalance and offer a full range of surgical services and procedures. Not all services are available at each location. Please confirm when you request an appointment.

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Mayo Clinic has one of the largest and most experienced practices in the United States, with campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Staff skilled in dozens of specialties work together to ensure quality care and successful recovery.

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Specialists in audiology at Mayo Clinic are organized into teams to enhance collaboration, research and patient care.

Mayo Clinic has one of the largest and most experienced practices in the United States, with campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Staff skilled in dozens of specialties work together to ensure quality care and successful recovery.

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