"You have given me a quality of life I have lacked for over 40 years." - Jim Hostler

In this episode:  The ABHA team talks with Tinnitus patient and study participant, Jim Hostler. Jim shares his amazing story of decades struggling with Tinnitus and the success he's found with ABHA.

Jim began his treatment in 2020 volunteering to participate in Dr. Susan Schmidt's nationwide Tinnitus study, and has since found a new quality of life that has brought peace.

JIM'S VIDEO TESTIMONIAL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5PyhGNQPrs

MUSIC PICK: "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" - Miracle Mantra
https://youtu.be/yEGA4EBSZAE

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"Serenity is no longer wishing you had a different past." - Joe (Sound of Metal)

In this episode:  Our wonderful resident turned new audiologist, Dr. Jordan Mecca, joins the show to discuss the fact vs fiction of the award winning film, Sound of Metal.

This new Amazon original film explores the new struggle of heavy metal drummer Ruben, who's sudden hearing loss throws his life into chaos and turmoil. Ruben seeks treatment and answers immediately but his expectations are met with confusion and disappointment.

The doctors get put to the test with a game that determines who's seen the most of AFI's top 10 American Films.

SIGN LANGUAGE LIVE PERFORMANCE: "Given to Fly" - Pearl Jam
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fce0CUrFmGU

MUSIC PICK: "Butter" - BTS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMweEpGlu_U

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Several key research studies have pointed to the potential links of hearing loss and Dementia, including the groundbreaking work from Dr. Lin and his colleagues at Johns Hopkins Medical Center that indicated hearing loss can increase the risk of Dementia by 200-500%.  

 In a recent study, Dr. Jamie Desjardins, PhD, (University of Texas at El Paso), demonstrated that today’s current hearing loss treatment options can improve brain function in people with hearing loss.

This is a special two part episode of ABHA Listen & Learn. We have the great opportunity to speak with Dr. Jill Davis, audiologist from Texas and former student resident at ABHA.

PART TWO: Our discussions with Dr. Jill Davis continues as we learn more about the link between Dementia and hearing loss.

MUSIC PICK: "Colors" - Black Pumas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7PnQBn5k_E

CONTACT: questions@arizonabalance.com
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What is the relationship between hearing loss and cognitive decline?  And is Dementia Avoidable?

Do you play an instrument? You could be doing a brain a huge favor. 

This is a special two part episode of ABHA Listen & Learn. We have the great opportunity to speak with Dr. Jill Davis, audiologist from Texas and former student resident at ABHA.

PART ONE: Dr. Davis discusses the link between music training and positive cognitive impact.

MUSIC PICK: "Colors" - Black Pumas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7PnQBn5k_E

CONTACT: questions@arizonabalance.com
602-265-9000
www.azbalanceandhearing.com

Welcome to ABHA Listen & Learn!
This podcast is focusing on all things hear and balance related with an emphasis on treatments and new treatment technology.
 
The show is hosted by the founder of Arizona Balance & Hearing Associates (ABHA), Dr. Dana Day, her long time partner in audiology, Dr. Susan Schmidt, and ABHA media director, Court Stumpf.

IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Christine Russell joins us as we take an in depth look into treatment technology. 

Welcome to the very first episode of our brand new podcast, ABHA Listen & Learn!
This podcast is focusing on all things hear and balance related with an emphasis on treatments and new treatment technology.
 
The show is hosted by the founder of Arizona Balance & Hearing Associates (ABHA), Dr. Dana Day, her long time partner in audiology, Dr. Susan Schmidt, and ABHA media director, Court Stumpf.

Dr. Dana Day has been caring for hearing and balance patients in Phoenix, Arizona for over 35 years. Her passion and care for patients is more than apparent as she continues to be a leader in the field of hearing, balance, and cognitive disorders.

Seventeen years ago, she founded Arizona Balance & Hearing Associates (ABHA) with the mission of providing hearing and balance healthcare that puts patients first; by listening, educating, and partnering with them toward “Better Balance, Better Hearing, Better Life.

With over 20 years experience working with patients with balance disorders, Dr. Susan Schmidt continues to push the envelope of treatments and therapies. She is one of the few audiologists specializing in helping those with tinnitus or ringing in the ears. Her work with national tinnitus studies has provided new information and greater education on the topic, along with helping countless patients find relief from their tinnitus.

Dr. Schmidt performs specialized evaluations and recommends therapies specifically for tinnitus. She has been treating patients at Arizona Balance and Hearing since it was established 17 years ago.

IN THIS EPISODE:
Dr. Day, Dr. Schmidt, and ABHA media director, Court Stumpf, discuss the latest Tinnitus study results conducted by Dr. Schmidt as well as the debut of her new Tinnitus study.

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