Hear the Difference
What is Audiology?
Audiology is the branch of healthcare focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of hearing and balance disorders.
It plays a vital role in communication health and quality of life, especially as we age or experience ear-related issues.
Audiology care is delivered by our licensed audiologists, who specialize in hearing and balance.
Common conditions treated in audiology include:
- Hearing Loss: A partial or total inability to hear, which can be caused by aging (presbycusis), noise exposure, genetics, infections, or injury.
- Tinnitus: The perception of sound (ringing, buzzing, hissing, or humming) in the absence of an external source. Tinnitus can be constant or intermittent and is often linked to hearing loss or noise exposure.
- Earwax Blockages: Excessive or hardened earwax that blocks the ear canal and may cause temporary hearing loss, discomfort, or a plugged-ear sensation. Easily treated with removal or irrigation.
- Balance Disorders & Vertigo: Conditions affecting the inner ear (vestibular system) that cause dizziness, unsteadiness, or spinning sensations (vertigo). Common causes include benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Meniere’s disease, and vestibular neuritis.
- Middle Ear Infections: Infections or fluid buildup behind the eardrum, often affecting children. Symptoms can include ear pain, fever, temporary hearing loss, or balance issues.
- Auditory Processing Disorder: A condition where the brain has difficulty interpreting sounds correctly, especially in noisy environments. Common in children, APD affects how the brain processes the sounds it receives from the ears.
- Noise-Induced Hearing Loss: Permanent hearing loss caused by prolonged or sudden exposure to loud sounds—common among musicians, construction workers, and frequent headphone users.
- Hearing Aid Management & Fitting: Audiologists assess hearing loss and fit patients with hearing aids, programming and adjusting them to match individual hearing needs and comfort levels.
Listen with Confidence
Audiology is the science of hearing and balance—and it plays a vital role in how we connect with the world around us.
Whether you’re struggling to hear conversations, experiencing ringing in your ears, or feeling off-balance, audiology can help.
At Family Medicine Center, we understand that hearing is essential to staying connected—to your loved ones, your surroundings, and your quality of life.
Our audiology services are designed to assess, treat, and manage hearing and balance issues with care that’s personalized and compassionate for all ages, from children to seniors.
Whether you’re experiencing hearing loss, tinnitus, or dizziness, we’re here to help you listen, communicate, and feel your best—every day.
Meet Our Audiologist
Dr. Kim Scriven is dedicated to helping patients of all ages hear clearly and live fully. Committed to compassionate care and the latest in audiological technology, she works closely with patients and families to improve communication, confidence, and overall well-being. Read more…
Our Approach
We believe better hearing means better living.
That’s why our audiology care focuses on more than just test results—we take time to understand your unique experiences, concerns, and goals.
Using the latest technology and a compassionate touch, we deliver personalized care to identify and treat hearing and balance concerns at every stage of life.
Whether you’re a child, adult, or senior, our approach is simple: listen first, treat thoughtfully, and support you every step of the way.
Whether you’re coming in for a routine hearing test, tinnitus support, or help with hearing aids, our team is here to guide you with knowledge, kindness, and trusted care.
Don’t let hearing or balance issues hold you back!
Our audiology team is here to provide expert care in a comfortable, supportive setting. Whether it’s your first hearing test or time for a hearing aid check-up, we’re ready to help.
Let’s reconnect you with the sounds—and moments—that matter most.