HEAR IN TEXAS

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See an Audiologist trained in pediatrics for your child's hearing in New Braunfels, TX for Your Child’s Hearing

We more or less expect an elderly person to experience hearing loss due to age deterioration, but hearing loss can affect children with devastating developmental consequences.

As parents, we understand that nothing is more important than the healthy growth and development of your child.

When you suspect that your child is not hearing well, struggling to communicate, or lacking in language development, you will want to start looking for professional answers from a local pediatric audiologist capable of providing an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment for your child.

Every step of the pediatric hearing test used by Dr. Sally is designed to be friendly, welcoming, and relaxing for you and your child. Her approach to hearing tests for kids leads to more accurate testing results, which lead to the best possible solutions.

The pediatric audiology service offered by our pediatric hearing specialist at Hear in Texas includes newborn hearing screenings, children’s hearing exams, hearing aids for children of all ages, hearing aid fittings, rehabilitative services, and speech therapy.

What are the Common Causes
of Hearing Loss in Children?

01. Otitis Media

Otitis media is the most common cause of hearing loss in children. It involves inflammation of the middle ear, just behind the eardrum and often into the Eustachian tube between the middle ear and the back of the throat.

Because it is smaller and less angled in children than it is in adults, the Eustachian is easily blocked, leading to the fluid buildup that can cause “conductive” hearing loss. Infectious otitis media is often easier to detect since an earache and fever are often involved.

Seeking treatment for otitis media as early as possible, which sometimes includes the insertion of tubes to help with drainage, helps prevent permanent damage to your child’s hearing.

02. Congenital Hearing Loss

At around 16 weeks in the womb, most fetuses have already developed their hearing, but some people are born with hearing difficulties or “congenital” hearing loss. Genetic conditions account for 50% or more of congenital hearing loss cases.

Additional causes of congenital hearing loss can include prenatal infections, illnesses, and toxins consumed by the mother during pregnancy, along with an infection within the womb, premature birth, gestational diabetes, toxemia during pregnancy, and a lack of oxygen (anoxia).

Newborn hearing screenings help identify congenital hearing loss early on, making it possible to limit the effects of hearing loss and maximize auditory function for children with hearing loss.

03. Acquired Hearing Loss

Hearing impairments that show up after birth are referred to as acquired hearing loss, which is not child specific. Risk factors include frequent ear infections, ototoxic drugs known to affect hearing, meningitis, measles, encephalitis, chickenpox, influenza, mumps, head injuries, and frequent or ongoing exposure to loud noise.

Because noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is among the primary causes of acquired hearing loss in children, it deserves special attention. Headphones and earbuds used to play video games, and an endless stream of media via smartphones, have the capacity to pump damaging sound at excessive volume directly into your child’s ears.

Preventing acquired hearing loss involves monitoring the volume on your child’s earphones and earbuds as well as ensuring that your child wears hearing protection when exposed to noise from lawn and garden equipment, concerts and sporting events, motorcycles, and snowmobiles, or while participating in shooting sports or hunting.

When should your child should see an audiologist?

Are you aware of the warning signs of hearing loss? Knowing the signs and symptoms of hearing loss in children is critical for early diagnosis and treatment, because it gives our pediatric audiologist a fighting chance to reduce the impact of hearing loss on the healthy growth and development of your child.

To help evaluate whether your child is experiencing hearing loss, you can ask the following questions:

• Does your child get frequent colds and ear infections?

• Does your child not understand people without facing them?

• Does your child speak loudly, as if having trouble hearing himself/herself?

• Does your child always turn up the volume on the TV or radio?

• Does your child often not respond when called?

• Does your child need to have things repeated?

Is there a history of hearing loss in your family?

• Was your child born prematurely? (sooner than 37 weeks)

• Did your child have a low birth weight?

• Did your child experience a lack of oxygen at birth?

Difficulties with speech and language, impaired social emotional development, and reduced academic performance are among the consequences of hearing loss in children, so answering yes to any or several of these questions could indicate that your child could be at risk.

Contact Hear In Texas for your child's hearing evaluation.

Helping You to Choose the Right Hearing Technology through our Partnerships with all Manufacturers

With each level of hearing loss and person that we help having their own unique set of circumstances, there is never a “one size fits all” approach.

That’s why we partner with every hearing aid manufacturer to ensure that we can always find the right solution for your unique needs.

This also means that we’re often front of the queue to get our hands on the latest hearing technology to ensure that you always have access to the latest developments.

Schedule a Pediatric Hearing Test for Your Child

Nothing is more important than your child’s healthy growth and development, and hearing loss has a major negative effect on language development.

Pediatric hearing tests are essential for diagnosing the severity of your child’s hearing loss and starting the treatment to limit its impact.

Dr. Sally at Hear in Texas provides hearing and audiological services for infants and children of all ages. To schedule a pediatric hearing test for your child, submit the adjacent form and a member of our team will assist you with setting an appointment.

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How Hear in Texas Supports Veterans With Hearing Loss

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Honoring Veterans With Accessible Hearing Care

At Hear in Texas, we hold a deep appreciation for the sacrifices that veterans have made for our country. As a veteran-owned business, we are committed to serving those who have served us by providing accessible, personalized hearing care.

Our commitment extends beyond mere acknowledgment—we aim to be a cornerstone of support for veterans in managing and overcoming the challenges of hearing loss.

Partnered With the VA: What That Means

Our partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) positions us as a VA-authorized community care provider. This collaboration allows us to deliver specialized auditory care that’s finely tuned to the lifestyle and healthcare needs of veterans across Texas.

Every veteran deserves a service provider who understands their experiences and lifestyle nuances, which is why our services are not just about treating hearing issues, but about holistic health improvement.

Eligibility and Referral Process

Navigating healthcare can sometimes be daunting, soour referral processhas been crafted to be as seamless as possible for our veterans.

Request an Audiology Referral to a CCN Provider

Begin by requesting a referral within the VA system for audiology care.

Contact your primary care provider, VA healthcare team, or the Community Care Network, or visit MyHealth.VA.gov to request a referral online.

Hear in Texas Is Your Authorized CCN Provider

As a credited member of the Community Care Network (CCN), we’re poised to offer care once your referral is approved.

CCN Provider: Dr. Celia Miranda (“Dr. Sally”)

NPI #: 1639391451

Location: 2967 Oak Run Pkwy Suite #315, New Braunfels, TX 78132

Schedule Your Appointment With Hear in Texas

With your referral number ready (usually provided in two to three days), call Hear in Texas to arrange your appointment.

You can also opt for the VA healthcare team to schedule this for you at (210) 949-9702.

Receive Your Authorization Letter

After your appointment is confirmed, you’ll receive an authorization letter. This document includes critical details such as the authorization number, information about your approved in-network community provider, and a description of the approved care.

Attend Your Appointment

It’s important to bring your authorization letter, alongside any relevant medical records, to your appointment at Hear in Texas.

What Services Are Offered to Veterans?

Our dedicated services cover a spectrum of hearing health needs to address issues unique to veterans.

Positional Vertigo Management: Understand and manage balance disorders.

Tinnitus Management: Alleviate ringing or noise perception in the ears with our tailored management plans.

Hearing AidsandDevice Repairs: We offer a full suite of hearing aids and assistive devices, backed by repair and maintenance services.

Earwax Removal: Professional care in the removal of cerumen, ensuring auditory health and comfort.

NEXUS Letters: Specialized documentation supporting disability claims related to hearing loss.

Hearing Assessments: Comprehensive testing to track and diagnose hearing capabilities.

Cochlear Implants: When hearing aids aren’t enough, the latest implants can provide significant improvement.

Cognitive Screening: Evaluate cognitive functions affected by hearing loss for an integrated health approach.

Benefits of Choosing Hear in Texas

As a veteran and family-owned clinic,our team of expertsis deeply rooted in the values of integrity, trust, and community spirit.

Ultramodern technology combined with partnerships with leading hearing aid manufacturers guarantees the highest quality care tailored to your needs.

Your unique requirements are put first in every interaction, and you can rest assured we’re committed to supporting your hearing health journey withcomprehensive, long-term solutions.