Trusted. Nonprofit. Since 1978.
Trusted. Nonprofit. Since 1978.
Trusted. Nonprofit. Since 1978.
Do you have a loss of hearing?
If you’re wondering, you can find out with a free hearing screening performed by an audiologist. Hearing screenings only take 15 minutes and are painless. Not all losses of hearing require treatment, but clinically-significant losses should be treated to preserve your ability to hear well, lower your risk of falling, and from developing dementia triggered by hearing loss. To schedule a screening, call 708-599-9500.
Hear life to the fullest
Our 4-step process for regaining your hearing ensures your investment in hearing aids not only performs to your expectations, but also saves you time and money.
Step 1 - Hearing Screening
This free, 15-minute office visit determines the amount of hearing loss you have if any.
Your audiologist with discuss the results with you and recommend any follow-up actions. For example, it is always smart for adults 60 and older to schedule an annual hearing screening.
To schedule your screening, call 708-599-9500.
Step 2 - Hearing Analysis
Suppose your hearing screening reveals a clinically significant hearing loss. In that case, a comprehensive hearing analysis is needed to diagnose the type and extent of the hearing loss.
A comprehensive hearing analysis takes approximately an hour to complete.
After this, you’ll discuss the sound environments and activities you experience so your audiologist understands your lifestyle and the typical hearing challenges you encounter.
If your hearing loss is treatable with hearing aids, then your audiologist will review the types, styles, and prices with you. Having a choice of hearing-aid brands and models is vital because there are many performance qualities and features to consider.
We offer a wide range of high-performance brands and models so you can be confident we will find the right match for your needs. We partner with the top digital, hearing-aid designers — Oticon, Widex, Phonak, ReSound, Siemens, Starkey. Choice makes certain that you get the right hearing aids for your specific needs.
The next step is a deposit on your hearing aids. We will also forward your hearing analysis to your physician to be sure you are medically fit for hearing aids.
Step 3 - Hearing-Aid Fitting
About two or three weeks after your hearing analysis, your audiologist will “fit” your hearing aids. When audiologists fit hearing aids, they tune the digital intelligence of hearing aids to match the hearing analysis and lifestyle demands of the user.
Next, your clinician, with your help, will thoroughly test your hearing aids to be sure you get the performance you expected. At this time, the balance owing on your hearing aids is due.
Step 4 - Hearing with Confidence
Our service plan gives you a 45-day hearing-aids trial. During this time, your audiologist will fine-tune your hearing aids to make sure you get the hearing you expected, and answer all your questions and
concerns.
What happens if I’m not satisfied?
If you’re not satisfied, you can return your hearing aids within the 45-day trial period. You will receive a refund excluding the cost of the professional services (the time spent with you during the trial period). Any accessories purchased (e.g., batteries, ear-mold impressions) are not refundable.
What about ongoing service costs?
Generally, the first year of visits for care, instruction, and repairs are included in the cost of mid-level hearing aids and for the first two years of high-performance hearing aids. Your audiologist will carefully review the service details of your hearing aids with you.
Do hearing aids require semi-annual maintenance?
Yes. There is no charge for this service if your hearing aids are under warranty. If they are out of warranty, there will be a charge for maintenance and any required
repairs.
Our Audiologists
Christine E. Bartelt, Au.D.
Crest Hill office | 630-633-5060 | Email
Education
University of Arizona, B.S.
University of Arizona, Au.D.
Christina Brand, M.S., CCC-A
Crest Hill office | 630-633-5060 | Email
Education
Radford University, B.S.
Radford University, M.S.
Victoria C. Frank, Au.D.
Palos Hills office | 708-599-9500 | Email
Education
Augustana College, B.S.
Northwestern University, Au.D.
Nicole N. Kreps, Au.D.
Palos Hills office | 708-599-9500 | Email
Education
University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, B.S.
Washington University, M.S.
Arizona School of Health Sciences, Au.D.
Tom Wardzala, Au.D., P.A.S.C.
Palos Hills office | 708-599-9500 | Email
Education
Northwestern University, B.S.
Northwestern University, M.A.
Arizona School of Health Sciences, Au.D.
American Board of Audiology, Pediatric Audiologist Specialty Certificate
My daughter has been seeing Christina Woodall for many years. We are more than happy with her. Marilyn Ansonia, who works at the front desk has always gone out-of-her way to assist us.
They were able to accommodate us and give us an appointment the day we had asked for. We thought that was just great! The doctor was thorough. It was a blessing!
Very down to earth and put things in terms that were easy to understand. Very sweet and nice too.
Very informative! They did a great job, in a very timely manner.
My whole experience went well. All questions were answered. Explanations were easy to understand.
They were very kind and patient with me.
Newsletter
Our team of audiologists and speech-language pathologists reviews the latest research and summarizes it for you. We publish our newsletter eight times a year. You'll learn about —
● Hearing aids
● Dementia triggered by hearing loss
● Pediatric speech and hearing
● Speech-language therapies
● LSVT and Parkinson's Voice therapies
● Occupational-hearing conservation
Discover
The facts of hearing loss: causes, consequences, and effective treatments.
Hearing loss can trigger dementia. How big is the risk? What can you do about it?
Avoid hearing-aid regret by asking these 7 questions before buying hearing aids.
Three innovations in hearing-aid design create a clear advantage. Time to upgrade your hearing?
Learn how we protect companies from fines and legal actions — and employees from hearing loss.
Learn about speech and hearing development, disorders, and treatments with these resources.
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