Hearing aids are remarkable pieces of digitally advanced technology that can drastically improve a person’s ability to understand normal conversational speech.  “Yes”, you say, “and I understand that, but why are they so expensive?”  The true answer is this:  You are not just purchasing a piece of plastic with a computer chip and wires.  Rather, you are typically purchasing the hearing device plus a package of professional services by an audiologist.  The audiologist not only has the education to choose the proper instrument for your ear, but they also have the professional skills to help you adjust to the hearing aids.  The audiologist has the extensive training to adjust the hearing aids with proper computer programming.  They also use directive counseling to orient you to the proper care and use of the hearing instruments.  Lastly, the audiologist also helps facilitate the process of accepting the hearing loss.

Our goal is to help you hear to the best of your ears’ potential.  Our practice is evidence based with the mission to treat every patient as an individual.

You should feel comfortable with the audiologist you are working with when you have your hearing tested.  This is a professional you will be working with for years to come.  We provide complimentary second opinions.


Dawn Heiman, AuD
Dawn Heiman, AuD

Dr. Dawn Heiman is an audiologist in private practice in Illinois, President-Elect of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, the founder of EntreAudiology, and Adjunct Faculty at Rush University. For questions about hearing loss and hearing aids, contact Dr. Heiman at info@helpingyourhearing.com and get your questions answered before you make a costly mistake.