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What the HELL is Going on With VA Audiology?

In this episode of the Dr. Cliff AuD Vlog (#280), I dive into a growing concern: why are so many veterans leaving VA audiology clinics with top-tier hearing aids… yet still struggling to hear?

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The 7 Best Hearing Aids of 2019
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January 3, 2019

The 7 Best Hearing Aids of 2019

The 7 Best Hearing Aids of 2019. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses his favorite hearing aids as we enter 2019.

Starkey Livio Ai Hearing Aids Review
Hearing Aids
Product Review
Starkey
December 23, 2018

Starkey Livio Ai Hearing Aids Review

Starkey Livio Ai Hearing Aid Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions reviews the new Starkey Livio Ai Hearing Aids.

4 Reasons Why Follow-up Care is So Critical to Hearing Aid Performance
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December 20, 2018

4 Reasons Why Follow-up Care is So Critical to Hearing Aid Performance

4 Reasons Why Follow-up Care is So Critical to Hearing Aid Performance. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, discusses why follow-up care is so critical to optimal hearing aid performance.

Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Buying Guide Detailed Review
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December 15, 2018

Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Buying Guide Detailed Review

Consumer Reports Hearing Aids Buying Guide Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, provides commentary on the Consumer Reports Hearing Aids Buying Guide.

What's New With Hearing Aids in 2018? - Interview With Dr. Clifford Olson
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December 9, 2018

What's New With Hearing Aids in 2018? - Interview With Dr. Clifford Olson

Carol Blonder interviews Dr. Clifford R. Olson, founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, and discusses what's new with Hearing Aids heading into 2018.

What Is A Hearing Aid Prescription?
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December 4, 2018

What Is A Hearing Aid Prescription?

What Is A Hearing Aid Prescription? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses what a Hearing Loss Prescription is and why it is so important for treating hearing loss.

Tinnitus and Hearing Aids | Are They The Closest Thing To A Cure for Tinnitus?
Hearing Aids
Tinnitus
November 28, 2018

Tinnitus and Hearing Aids | Are They The Closest Thing To A Cure for Tinnitus?

Tinnitus and Hearing Aids | Are They The Closest Thing To A Cure for Tinnitus? Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses hearing aids as a treatment option for tinnitus.

The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia
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November 24, 2018

The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia

The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the link between hearing loss and dementia.

Custom Tailored Bragi Dash Pro Review | Best Bluetooth Earbuds
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November 20, 2018

Custom Tailored Bragi Dash Pro Review | Best Bluetooth Earbuds

Custom Tailored Bragi Dash Pro Review | Bluetooth Earbuds. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses his favorite custom Bluetooth Earphones.

Why Hearing Aid Sound Quality Doesn't Matter
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November 15, 2018

Why Hearing Aid Sound Quality Doesn't Matter

Why Hearing Aid Sound Quality Doesn't Matter. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses why too much emphasis is put on initial hearing aid sound quality during a hearing aid fitting.

Are Hearing Aids Designed to Fail? | Planned Obsolescence
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November 10, 2018

Are Hearing Aids Designed to Fail? | Planned Obsolescence

Are Hearing Aids Designed to Fail? | Planned Obsolescence. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses Planned Obsolescence and if it exists in the hearing aid industry.

6 Tips to Make Your Hearing Aids Work Better!
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November 6, 2018

6 Tips to Make Your Hearing Aids Work Better!

6 Tips to Make Your Hearing Aids Work Better! Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses 6 tips that you can use to improve your hearing aid performance.

Real Ear Measurement vs. Auto Hearing Aid Programming
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October 31, 2018

Real Ear Measurement vs. Auto Hearing Aid Programming

Real Ear Measurement vs. Auto Hearing Aid Programming. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, shows the difference between a customized hearing aid fitting using Real Ear Measurement versus a hearing aid fitting using the manufacturer's first fit settings (auto-programming).

Future of Hearing Aids in Background Noise with Google Ai (Artificial Intelligence)
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October 27, 2018

Future of Hearing Aids in Background Noise with Google Ai (Artificial Intelligence)

Future of Hearing Aids in Background Noise with Google Ai. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses how new Audio Visual speech recognition could dramatically improve how hearing aids help you perform in background noise.

How to Get A Family Member To Consider Hearing Aids
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October 23, 2018

How to Get A Family Member To Consider Hearing Aids

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses 5 things that can help you get a family member to consider hearing aids.

Roger Select Remote Microphone | Hearing Better in Background Noise
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October 20, 2018

Roger Select Remote Microphone | Hearing Better in Background Noise

Roger Select Remote Microphone | Hearing Aid Accessory. Doctor Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses how the Roger Select Assistive Listening Device can improve how you hear in background noise.

Phonak Audeo M (Marvel) Bluetooth Hearing Aid Review | Made for Android & iPhone
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October 16, 2018

Phonak Audeo M (Marvel) Bluetooth Hearing Aid Review | Made for Android & iPhone

Audeo M (Marvel) Bluetooth Hearing Aid Review | Made for Android & iPhone. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the NEW Phonak Audeo Marvel hearing Aid.

Why Hearing Aid Validation is Critical to Success With Hearing Aids
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October 12, 2018

Why Hearing Aid Validation is Critical to Success With Hearing Aids

Why Hearing Aid Validation is Critical to Success With Hearing Aids. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona discusses why Validating hearing aid performance is as critical as Real Ear Measures.

Bose Hearing Aid FDA Approval | Self-Fitting Hearing Aid
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October 9, 2018

Bose Hearing Aid FDA Approval | Self-Fitting Hearing Aid

Bose Hearing Aid FDA Approval | Self-Fitting Hearing Aid. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the recent FDA Marketing Approval for Bose's new hearing aids.

Hearing Aid Insurance FRAUD
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October 6, 2018

Hearing Aid Insurance FRAUD

Hearing Aid Insurance FRAUD. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, talks about two cases of Hearing Aid Insurance Fraud encountered in his clinic.

Otofonix Elite Hearing Amplifier | Hearing Aid Reviews
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October 2, 2018

Otofonix Elite Hearing Amplifier | Hearing Aid Reviews

Otofonix Elite Hearing Amplifier | Hearing Aid Reviews. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, conducts a detailed review of the Otofonix Elite Digital Hearing Amplifier in this video.

"Specially Trained" Hearing Aid Salespeople | Why You Should Use CAUTION
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September 29, 2018

"Specially Trained" Hearing Aid Salespeople | Why You Should Use CAUTION

"Specially Trained" Hearing Aid Salespeople | Why You Should Use CAUTION. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses why clinics use "Specially Trained" Hearing Aid Salespeople and why you should think twice about letting them recommend your treatment.

NEW ReSound LiNX Quattro Made for Android & iPhone Hearing Aid Review!
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September 25, 2018

NEW ReSound LiNX Quattro Made for Android & iPhone Hearing Aid Review!

NEW ReSound LiNX Quattro Made for Android and iPhone Hearing Aid Review! Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and Founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem AZ, discusses the Pros and Cons of the NEW ReSound LiNX Quattro Hearing Aid.

Costco Kirkland Signature 8.0 Hearing Aid Comparison | Hearing Aids - Updated
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September 25, 2018

Costco Kirkland Signature 8.0 Hearing Aid Comparison | Hearing Aids - Updated

Costco Kirkland Signature 8.0 Comparison | Hearing Aids Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, compares the Costco Kirkland Signature 8.0 hearing aid with it's closest name brand device the Signia 7Nx. The 8.0 is also similar to the Rexton Emerald 8C.

ReSound ENZO 3D Power Hearing Aids Review
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September 22, 2018

ReSound ENZO 3D Power Hearing Aids Review

ReSound ENZO Power Hearing Aid Review. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses one of his favorite power hearing aids, the ReSound ENZO 3D's.

5 WORST Excuses to NOT use Real Ear Measurement
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September 15, 2018

5 WORST Excuses to NOT use Real Ear Measurement

5 WORST Excuses to NOT use Real Ear Measurement. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses 5 of the worst excuses he has ever heard for not using Real Ear Measurement while programming hearing aids.

Finding the BEST Hearing Care Provider | Checklist Included
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September 11, 2018

Finding the BEST Hearing Care Provider | Checklist Included

Checklist For Finding the Best Hearing Care Provider. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, gives you a check list to find a GREAT Hearing Care Provider.

Why I Had To Leave TruHearing
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September 8, 2018

Why I Had To Leave TruHearing

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses why he had to leave TruHearing.

Bose Sleepbuds Review | The Best Tinnitus Cure For Falling Asleep?
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September 4, 2018

Bose Sleepbuds Review | The Best Tinnitus Cure For Falling Asleep?

Bose Sleepbuds Review | The Best Tinnitus Cure For Falling Asleep? Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the Bose Sleepbuds Noise Maskers.

Do Ear Candles Work To Remove Earwax? | Ear Candling Proof!
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August 31, 2018

Do Ear Candles Work To Remove Earwax? | Ear Candling Proof!

Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, tests ear candles (aka Hopi Ear Candles) and their ability to remove earwax. Until this point, there have been misleading “proof” videos that do not show before and after pictures of the actual ear canal.