Why Hearing Aids End Up in Drawers

You invested thousands in hearing aids. They should work. But instead, they're uncomfortable, sound unnatural, amplify everything except what you want to hear, or just don't seem to help. So they sit unused, and you blame yourself for not being able to adapt.

Here's the truth: the problem usually isn't you. It's the fitting.

Research shows that over 80% of hearing aids programmed with manufacturer "first fit" settings fail to meet prescription targets. Without Real-Ear Measurement verification, there's no way to know if your devices are actually providing the amplification your hearing loss requires.

Rescuing "Failed" Fittings

We specialize in complex cases and rescue fittings. Using in-situ audiometry and Real-Ear Measurement, we can often reprogram your existing hearing aids to perform better than they ever have — even if you've been told "you just need to get used to them" or "hearing aids can only do so much."

Sometimes the issue is programming. Sometimes it's the wrong technology for your hearing loss pattern. Sometimes it's unrealistic expectations that were never properly addressed. We identify the root cause and fix it.

What We Can Do

When to Seek a Second Opinion

Consider a second opinion if:

• You've returned for adjustments multiple times without improvement
• Your hearing aids amplify background noise more than speech
• Everything sounds "tinny," "hollow," or unnatural
• You were never shown objective verification that your devices meet targets
• You've been told "this is as good as it gets" without clear explanation
• Your audiologist dismissed your concerns or rushed your appointments
• You suspect you were sold features you don't need

What If My Current Devices Can't Be Fixed?

Sometimes devices are too old, the technology is inappropriate for your hearing loss, or they're locked to a proprietary system that prevents proper programming. We'll give you an honest assessment. If new devices are the better path forward, we'll explain exactly why and what should be different this time.

Unbiased, Honest Evaluation

We have no sales quotas, no preferred manufacturer partnerships, and no corporate incentives. If your current hearing aids can be made to work properly, we'll tell you. If they can't, we'll explain why with clinical evidence.