Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida

Jack Adams of Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida is celebrating his 45th anniversary of beginning to bring patients out of their silent world. Our staff offers comprehensive hearing services including diagnostic tests, hearing aid evaluation and fitting, tinnitus evaluations, and repair services. Audiology Consultants is located in Fort Myers, Florida. In addition to our office, Jack Adams also services area nursing homes, assisted living facilities and retirement centers, including Shell Point.Jack Adams was awarded his Master of Science degree in Audiology from Tulane University and completed his coursework in the doctoral program at the University of Illinois.Adams was granted his Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). He spent 4 years working as a regional audiologist for the Ministry of Health in Prince George, British Columbia and subsequently taught at the Tulane University Medical School.Jack has lived in Ft. Myers for 25 years and was initially the Director of Audiology for the Hearing Aid Center of Ft. Myers. He has operated Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida for over 20 years.We help patients with these problems:Understanding your grandchildrenHearing in noisy restaurantsHearing in business meetingsHearing in social situationsUnderstanding the TVFeeling frustrated or anxious over hearingWell solve your hearing problems with:Hearing testingDigital hearing aid solutionsTympanometry and acoustic reflex testingTinnitus evaluation and counseling (ringing in the ears)Aural rehabilitationAdaptation to amplification counselingHearing aid evaluation and fittingHearing conservation programs for industrial OSHA complianceHearing aid maintenance and repairs for all makes and modelsA Transformational ExperienceOur patients who have hearing loss often see a huge increase in quality of life after their appointments. We hear things like Why didnt I do this sooner? and I cant believe how much this helped.An audiologist catching hearing difficulties can make a huge difference in a patients life. They leave with more confidence in social situations and less difficulty understanding others. Their family members can see the change almost instantly.Most importantly, an audiology appointment takes a step toward turning back mental decline spurred by difficulty hearing. Patients brains have less work to process speech. They spend less time filling in gaps and experience fewer periods of confusion.As a result, they spend more time socializing with loved ones and less time withdrawing and isolating themselves.Get StartedEvaluating Your HearingA hearing evaluation begins with a visual examination of the ears. We make sure theyre clear and there arent any signs of infections or other things that could interfere with the test. Jack also collects a medical history to get a deeper understanding of the problem, if there is one.Then you sit in a soundproof booth with headphones. The test has two portions. In one portion, we present speech in a variety of settings to see under what circumstances hearing problems occur.In the other portion, you listen to pure tones or beeps to determine the exact frequencies at which hearing loss might be occurring. After the evaluation, we discuss the extent, if any, of the hearing loss and build a plan to bring you back into social life.The earlier we detect a hearing loss and the sooner you get a hearing evaluation, the easier it is to get back to living a full life. Dont delay if you think you or a loved one might be suffering!Learn MoreHearing Device EvaluationsDuring hearing device evaluations, we prepare you for a successful transition into using your hearing device.We make sure that there is a comfortable fit and that functional auditory benefit is maximized once its actually in your ears, fitting the device through detailed computer programming. Then we use speech samples to evaluate how much the device is helping, compared with the hearing without amplification. We adjust the fit and programming based on the device fit and feedback from you as to what sounds comfortable and natural, aiming to get the maximum hearing improvement.We love what we do because we usually see an epiphany when the device is fitted and the patient realizes what theyve been missing out on. Its one thing to read numbers that say youve lost 30% of your hearing. Its hugely different to hear the difference, and experience the joy of the world of sound around you.And remember, we live by the motto the best hearing aid is one that you can and will wear, so after each fitting, we spend the necessary time to teach the patient everything needed to inspect, remove and care for their new device, including proper daily use and upkeep.Learn MoreHearing Device Maintenance and RepairWe work with most all make or model of hearing device, whether you bought it from us or not.Over time, hearing devices can corrode, speakers may need to be changed, filters changed or microphones unplugged. When someone comes in complaining of reduced effectiveness, we will check and clean their instruments to troubleshoot a mechanical problem.We run the patient through the standard hearing evaluations to make sure the issue is with the device. If the device is OK, but the patients needs have changed, the hearing device may just need to be fine-tuned and reprogrammed to keep with their changing circumstances.If theres damage, well do our best to get it in working condition. If it cant be fixed in the office, it may need to be sent to the manufacturer. In those cases, we have loaner devices, so the patient doesnt have to go without for too long.Learn MoreTinnitus EvaluationsTinnitus is ringing, buzzing or roaring in the ears. Research is mixed on the cause, but we know that it causes considerable stress for sufferers.Relief from tinnitus can be a life-changing event for some patients. It can even be more important than curing hearing loss. The effects of tinnitus can be psychologically torturous depending on the severity.When a patient complains of tinnitus, we run a battery of evaluations to determine the severity and type. In addition to the usual hearing evaluations, we can test to find the frequency and intensity of the tinnitus. There are no cures for tinnitus. Research has shown that hearing aids are the best treatment option for masking tinnitus.If you or someone you love suffers from tinnitus, dont wait. Schedule an appointment today!

Jack Adams of Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida is celebrating his 45th anniversary of beginning to bring patients out of their silent world. Our staff offers comprehensive hearing services including diagnostic tests, hearing aid evaluation and fitting, tinnitus evaluations, and repair services. Audiology Consultants is located in Fort Myers, Florida. In addition to our office, Jack Adams also services area nursing homes, assisted living facilities and retirement centers, including Shell Point.Jack Adams was awarded his Master of Science degree in Audiology from Tulane University and completed his coursework in the doctoral program at the University of Illinois.Adams was granted his Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). He spent 4 years working as a regional audiologist for the Ministry of Health in Prince George, British Columbia and subsequently taught at the Tulane University Medical School.Jack has lived in Ft. Myers for 25 years and was initially the Director of Audiology for the Hearing Aid Center of Ft. Myers. He has operated Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida for over 20 years.We help patients with these problems:Understanding your grandchildrenHearing in noisy restaurantsHearing in business meetingsHearing in social situationsUnderstanding the TVFeeling frustrated or anxious over hearingWell solve your hearing problems with:Hearing testingDigital hearing aid solutionsTympanometry and acoustic reflex testingTinnitus evaluation and counseling (ringing in the ears)Aural rehabilitationAdaptation to amplification counselingHearing aid evaluation and fittingHearing conservation programs for industrial OSHA complianceHearing aid maintenance and repairs for all makes and modelsA Transformational ExperienceOur patients who have hearing loss often see a huge increase in quality of life after their appointments. We hear things like Why didnt I do this sooner? and I cant believe how much this helped.An audiologist catching hearing difficulties can make a huge difference in a patients life. They leave with more confidence in social situations and less difficulty understanding others. Their family members can see the change almost instantly.Most importantly, an audiology appointment takes a step toward turning back mental decline spurred by difficulty hearing. Patients brains have less work to process speech. They spend less time filling in gaps and experience fewer periods of confusion.As a result, they spend more time socializing with loved ones and less time withdrawing and isolating themselves.Get StartedEvaluating Your HearingA hearing evaluation begins with a visual examination of the ears. We make sure theyre clear and there arent any signs of infections or other things that could interfere with the test. Jack also collects a medical history to get a deeper understanding of the problem, if there is one.Then you sit in a soundproof booth with headphones. The test has two portions. In one portion, we present speech in a variety of settings to see under what circumstances hearing problems occur.In the other portion, you listen to pure tones or beeps to determine the exact frequencies at which hearing loss might be occurring. After the evaluation, we discuss the extent, if any, of the hearing loss and build a plan to bring you back into social life.The earlier we detect a hearing loss and the sooner you get a hearing evaluation, the easier it is to get back to living a full life. Dont delay if you think you or a loved one might be suffering!Learn MoreHearing Device EvaluationsDuring hearing device evaluations, we prepare you for a successful transition into using your hearing device.We make sure that there is a comfortable fit and that functional auditory benefit is maximized once its actually in your ears, fitting the device through detailed computer programming. Then we use speech samples to evaluate how much the device is helping, compared with the hearing without amplification. We adjust the fit and programming based on the device fit and feedback from you as to what sounds comfortable and natural, aiming to get the maximum hearing improvement.We love what we do because we usually see an epiphany when the device is fitted and the patient realizes what theyve been missing out on. Its one thing to read numbers that say youve lost 30% of your hearing. Its hugely different to hear the difference, and experience the joy of the world of sound around you.And remember, we live by the motto the best hearing aid is one that you can and will wear, so after each fitting, we spend the necessary time to teach the patient everything needed to inspect, remove and care for their new device, including proper daily use and upkeep.Learn MoreHearing Device Maintenance and RepairWe work with most all make or model of hearing device, whether you bought it from us or not.Over time, hearing devices can corrode, speakers may need to be changed, filters changed or microphones unplugged. When someone comes in complaining of reduced effectiveness, we will check and clean their instruments to troubleshoot a mechanical problem.We run the patient through the standard hearing evaluations to make sure the issue is with the device. If the device is OK, but the patients needs have changed, the hearing device may just need to be fine-tuned and reprogrammed to keep with their changing circumstances.If theres damage, well do our best to get it in working condition. If it cant be fixed in the office, it may need to be sent to the manufacturer. In those cases, we have loaner devices, so the patient doesnt have to go without for too long.Learn MoreTinnitus EvaluationsTinnitus is ringing, buzzing or roaring in the ears. Research is mixed on the cause, but we know that it causes considerable stress for sufferers.Relief from tinnitus can be a life-changing event for some patients. It can even be more important than curing hearing loss. The effects of tinnitus can be psychologically torturous depending on the severity.When a patient complains of tinnitus, we run a battery of evaluations to determine the severity and type. In addition to the usual hearing evaluations, we can test to find the frequency and intensity of the tinnitus. There are no cures for tinnitus. Research has shown that hearing aids are the best treatment option for masking tinnitus.If you or someone you love suffers from tinnitus, dont wait. Schedule an appointment today!

Jack Adams of Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida is celebrating his 45th anniversary of beginning to bring patients out of their silent world. Our staff offers comprehensive hearing services including diagnostic tests, hearing aid evaluation and fitting, tinnitus evaluations, and repair services. Audiology Consultants is located in Fort Myers, Florida. In addition to our office, Jack Adams also services area nursing homes, assisted living facilities and retirement centers, including Shell Point.Jack Adams was awarded his Master of Science degree in Audiology from Tulane University and completed his coursework in the doctoral program at the University of Illinois.Adams was granted his Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). He spent 4 years working as a regional audiologist for the Ministry of Health in Prince George, British Columbia and subsequently taught at the Tulane University Medical School.Jack has lived in Ft. Myers for 25 years and was initially the Director of Audiology for the Hearing Aid Center of Ft. Myers. He has operated Audiology Consultants of Southwest Florida for over 20 years.We help patients with these problems:Understanding your grandchildrenHearing in noisy restaurantsHearing in business meetingsHearing in social situationsUnderstanding the TVFeeling frustrated or anxious over hearingWell solve your hearing problems with:Hearing testingDigital hearing aid solutionsTympanometry and acoustic reflex testingTinnitus evaluation and counseling (ringing in the ears)Aural rehabilitationAdaptation to amplification counselingHearing aid evaluation and fittingHearing conservation programs for industrial OSHA complianceHearing aid maintenance and repairs for all makes and modelsA Transformational ExperienceOur patients who have hearing loss often see a huge increase in quality of life after their appointments. We hear things like Why didnt I do this sooner? and I cant believe how much this helped.An audiologist catching hearing difficulties can make a huge difference in a patients life. They leave with more confidence in social situations and less difficulty understanding others. Their family members can see the change almost instantly.Most importantly, an audiology appointment takes a step toward turning back mental decline spurred by difficulty hearing. Patients brains have less work to process speech. They spend less time filling in gaps and experience fewer periods of confusion.As a result, they spend more time socializing with loved ones and less time withdrawing and isolating themselves.Get StartedEvaluating Your HearingA hearing evaluation begins with a visual examination of the ears. We make sure theyre clear and there arent any signs of infections or other things that could interfere with the test. Jack also collects a medical history to get a deeper understanding of the problem, if there is one.Then you sit in a soundproof booth with headphones. The test has two portions. In one portion, we present speech in a variety of settings to see under what circumstances hearing problems occur.In the other portion, you listen to pure tones or beeps to determine the exact frequencies at which hearing loss might be occurring. After the evaluation, we discuss the extent, if any, of the hearing loss and build a plan to bring you back into social life.The earlier we detect a hearing loss and the sooner you get a hearing evaluation, the easier it is to get back to living a full life. Dont delay if you think you or a loved one might be suffering!Learn MoreHearing Device EvaluationsDuring hearing device evaluations, we prepare you for a successful transition into using your hearing device.We make sure that there is a comfortable fit and that functional auditory benefit is maximized once its actually in your ears, fitting the device through detailed computer programming. Then we use speech samples to evaluate how much the device is helping, compared with the hearing without amplification. We adjust the fit and programming based on the device fit and feedback from you as to what sounds comfortable and natural, aiming to get the maximum hearing improvement.We love what we do because we usually see an epiphany when the device is fitted and the patient realizes what theyve been missing out on. Its one thing to read numbers that say youve lost 30% of your hearing. Its hugely different to hear the difference, and experience the joy of the world of sound around you.And remember, we live by the motto the best hearing aid is one that you can and will wear, so after each fitting, we spend the necessary time to teach the patient everything needed to inspect, remove and care for their new device, including proper daily use and upkeep.Learn MoreHearing Device Maintenance and RepairWe work with most all make or model of hearing device, whether you bought it from us or not.Over time, hearing devices can corrode, speakers may need to be changed, filters changed or microphones unplugged. When someone comes in complaining of reduced effectiveness, we will check and clean their instruments to troubleshoot a mechanical problem.We run the patient through the standard hearing evaluations to make sure the issue is with the device. If the device is OK, but the patients needs have changed, the hearing device may just need to be fine-tuned and reprogrammed to keep with their changing circumstances.If theres damage, well do our best to get it in working condition. If it cant be fixed in the office, it may need to be sent to the manufacturer. In those cases, we have loaner devices, so the patient doesnt have to go without for too long.Learn MoreTinnitus EvaluationsTinnitus is ringing, buzzing or roaring in the ears. Research is mixed on the cause, but we know that it causes considerable stress for sufferers.Relief from tinnitus can be a life-changing event for some patients. It can even be more important than curing hearing loss. The effects of tinnitus can be psychologically torturous depending on the severity.When a patient complains of tinnitus, we run a battery of evaluations to determine the severity and type. In addition to the usual hearing evaluations, we can test to find the frequency and intensity of the tinnitus. There are no cures for tinnitus. Research has shown that hearing aids are the best treatment option for masking tinnitus.If you or someone you love suffers from tinnitus, dont wait. Schedule an appointment today!