What is Unilateral Hearing Loss?
What is Single Sided Deafness? Sometimes referred to as unilateral hearing loss, single sided deafness is a condition in which an individual experiences hearing loss in only one ear but can hear normally out of the other ear. While the majority of patients with a hearing impairment suffer from bilateral (two-sided) hearing loss, SSD is…
What is Sudden Hearing Loss?
For most people who experience hearing loss, the condition comes on gradually over a period of years. In rare cases, an abrupt loss of hearing occurs with little or no warning. This condition is known as sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL). What is Sudden Deafness? Sudden deafness is defined as a hearing reduction of 30…
What is Noise Induced Hearing Loss?
Noise induced hearing loss is the second most common form of hearing loss (ranking behind presbycusis, hearing loss related to normal aging), and is the most preventable type. How Can Sounds Hurt Your Ears? Background sound is a constant in our busy lives. Normally, background noises are at safe levels that won’t impact our hearing….
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Shanna P. Weller, Au.D.
Dr. Shanna P. Weller is excited to welcome both new and returning patients into a practice where understanding and compassion combine with education and experience to provide the best experience possible. Her mission is to enhance the quality of people’s lives by allowing them to reach their true hearing potential. Degrees Doctor Shanna P. Weller…
Timothy J. Roupas, Au.D.
Degrees Doctor Timothy J. Roupas graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors from the University of Central Florida in 1998. Upon completing his education in Clinical Psychology, he studied extensively in the fields of speech and hearing sciences. In 2005, Dr. Timothy J. Roupas earned his doctoral degree in Audiology from Nova Southeastern University, receiving the…
Hearing Aid Financing
Today’s amazingly advanced hearing aids may be small, but each instrument packs an incredible amount of technology into its tiny casing. More insurance companies now offer coverage for hearing loss treatment; however, many patients are still responsible for financing part or all their hearing aid costs. At , our staff truly cares about your hearing…