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Why are Costco Hearing Aids so Cheap?

Costco is known for offering hearing aids at surprisingly low prices—but why are they so much cheaper than those from private audiology clinics? In this episode of the Dr. Cliff AuD Vlog, I dive deep into the price disparity between Costco and independent hearing care providers.

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Bluetooth Hearing Aid Technology & The Computer Chips That Make it Happen
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March 30, 2019

Bluetooth Hearing Aid Technology & The Computer Chips That Make it Happen

Bluetooth Hearing Aid Technology & The Computer Chips That Make it Happen. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses Hearing Aid Bluetooth technology and Modern digital hearing aid computer chips.

What are Hearing Aid Best Practices? Real Ear Measures Are Only The Beginning!
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March 27, 2019

What are Hearing Aid Best Practices? Real Ear Measures Are Only The Beginning!

What are Hearing Aid Best Practices? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses hearing aid best practices and why they are so important. Website: https://www.AppliedHearingAZ.com

Using Machine Learning to Make Your Hearing Aids Better
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March 25, 2019

Using Machine Learning to Make Your Hearing Aids Better

Using Machine Learning to Make Your Hearing Aids Better. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses Machine Learning and how it makes your hearing aids smarter.

The Benefits of a Hearing Aid Telecoil (T-Coil) for Wireless Connectivity in a Public Venue
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March 25, 2019

The Benefits of a Hearing Aid Telecoil (T-Coil) for Wireless Connectivity in a Public Venue

The Benefits of a Hearing Aid Telecoil for Wireless Connectivity in a Public Venue. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses Telecoils and why they are so important for hearing better in a public venue.

Is NANO Advanced Hearing Technology the BIGGEST Hearing Aid SCAM in the Industry? Website Review
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March 23, 2019

Is NANO Advanced Hearing Technology the BIGGEST Hearing Aid SCAM in the Industry? Website Review

Is NANO Advanced Hearing Technology the BIGGEST Hearing Aid SCAM in the Industry? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the possibility that NANO hearing aids may just be a huge SCAM.

Oticon OPN S Hearing Aid Review
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March 19, 2019

Oticon OPN S Hearing Aid Review

Oticon OPN S Hearing Aid Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the new Oticon OPN-S Hearing Aid.

Signia Styletto Connect Bluetooth Fashion Hearing Aid Review
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March 18, 2019

Signia Styletto Connect Bluetooth Fashion Hearing Aid Review

Signia Styletto Connect Bluetooth Fashion Hearing Aid Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the New Signia Styletto Connect.

Do Hearing Aids Slow Down Cognitive Decline?
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March 16, 2019

Do Hearing Aids Slow Down Cognitive Decline?

Do Hearing Aids Slow Down Cognitive Decline? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses recent research that suggests that hearing aids can slow cognitive decline.

Eargasm High Fidelity Filtered Earplug Review
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March 15, 2019

Eargasm High Fidelity Filtered Earplug Review

Eargasm High Fidelity Filtered Earplug Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the Eargasm Filtered Earplugs.

The RISK of Buying Used VA (Veterans Administration) Hearing Aids Online
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March 11, 2019

The RISK of Buying Used VA (Veterans Administration) Hearing Aids Online

The RISK of Buying Used VA (Veterans Administration) Hearing Aids Online. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the inherent risks of buying Used VA Hearing Aids Online.

The Most DANGEROUS & Least Effective Earwax Removal Tool EVER! | Video Endoscope Review
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March 10, 2019

The Most DANGEROUS & Least Effective Earwax Removal Tool EVER! | Video Endoscope Review

The Most DANGEROUS & Least Effective Ear wax Removal Tool EVER! | Video Endoscope Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews a video endoscope designed for earwax removal.

How to Find The Best DEAL on Hearing Aids
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March 5, 2019

How to Find The Best DEAL on Hearing Aids

How to Find The Best DEAL on Hearing Aids. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses 4 ways to find a deal on hearing aids.

What's NEW in The Hearing Industry in 2019? Expert Panel Discussion with Doctors of Audiology
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March 2, 2019

What's NEW in The Hearing Industry in 2019? Expert Panel Discussion with Doctors of Audiology

What's NEW in The Hearing Industry in 2019? Doctor Natalie Phillips leads a panel discussion between industry influencers Dr. Kim Cavitt, Dr. Amit Gosalia, and Dr. Cliff Olson.

Do Hearing Aids Cause Additional Hearing Loss?
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March 2, 2019

Do Hearing Aids Cause Additional Hearing Loss?

Do Hearing Aids Cause Hearing Loss? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and Founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, answers the question of Can Hearing Aids Cause Additional Hearing Loss?

Widex Evoke Hearing Aid Review | First Hearing Aid with Machine Learning
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February 26, 2019

Widex Evoke Hearing Aid Review | First Hearing Aid with Machine Learning

Widex Evoke Hearing Aid Review | First Hearing Aid with Machine Learning. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the Widex Evoke Hearing Aid.

The #1 RISK of Treating Hearing Loss with Hearing Aids
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February 22, 2019

The #1 RISK of Treating Hearing Loss with Hearing Aids

The #1 RISK of Treating Hearing Loss with Hearing Aids. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the #1 RISK of Treating Hearing Loss with Hearing Aids.

Why I Only Recommend PREMIUM Hearing Aid Technology Levels
Hearing Aids
February 19, 2019

Why I Only Recommend PREMIUM Hearing Aid Technology Levels

Why I Only Recommend PREMIUM Hearing Aid Technology Levels. Doctor Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses why he only recommends the best hearing aids for his patients.

Which Online Hearing Aid Companies Can You TRUST? 5 Key Considerations
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February 15, 2019

Which Online Hearing Aid Companies Can You TRUST? 5 Key Considerations

Which Online Hearing Aid Companies Can You TRUST? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses 5 things you must consider when trying to figure out which online hearing aid companies you can trust.

The IMPOSSIBLE Hearing Aid Question | Phonak Audeo Marvel vs. ReSound LiNX Quattro
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February 12, 2019

The IMPOSSIBLE Hearing Aid Question | Phonak Audeo Marvel vs. ReSound LiNX Quattro

The IMPOSSIBLE Hearing Aid Question | Phonak Marvel vs. ReSound Quattro. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses the one question that is impossible to answer.

$400 Nano vs. $20 Alibaba Comparison | High Tech Hearing Aid or Cheap Amplifier?
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February 8, 2019

$400 Nano vs. $20 Alibaba Comparison | High Tech Hearing Aid or Cheap Amplifier?

Nano Hearing Aid vs Alibaba Amplifier Comparison | High Tech Hearing Aid or Cheap Amplifier? Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and Founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, compares the Nano Advanced Hearing Technology Hearing Aids with a Cheap $20 Alibaba Hearing Amplifier.

What's NEW With Hearing Aids in 2019? | Radio Interview with Carol Blonder
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February 4, 2019

What's NEW With Hearing Aids in 2019? | Radio Interview with Carol Blonder

What's NEW With Hearing Aids in 2019? | Radio Interview with Carol Blonder. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and Founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, is interviewed on the radio by Carol Blonder discussing topics like Real Ear Measurement, Over the Counter Hearing Aids, Costco Hearing Aids, and Hearing Loss & Dementia.

Audeara A-01 Customizable Headphone Review | Beyond Kickstarter
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January 28, 2019

Audeara A-01 Customizable Headphone Review | Beyond Kickstarter

Audeara A-01 Customizable Headphone Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, reviews the Audeara Over-The-Ear Headphones.

MDHearingAid Air Online Hearing Aid Review
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January 27, 2019

MDHearingAid Air Online Hearing Aid Review

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist from Anthem Arizona, reviews the MDHearingAid "AIR" Hearing Aid. MDHearingaid.com is a Direct-to-Consumer Online hearing aid brand that sells low-cost hearing aids. They claim to have hearing aid that are just as good as hearing aids purchased in a clinic.

Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Brand Survey Review | Kirkland Signature, Phonak, Signia, Oticon, & AGX
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January 23, 2019

Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Brand Survey Review | Kirkland Signature, Phonak, Signia, Oticon, & AGX

Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Brand Survey Review. Dr. Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology, reviews the Consumer Reports Hearing Aid Brand Survey that looks at overall hearing aid satisfaction.

Why Ear Mold Vent SIZE is Critical for Hearing Aid Performance
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January 18, 2019

Why Ear Mold Vent SIZE is Critical for Hearing Aid Performance

Why Ear Mold Vent SIZE is Critical for Hearing Aid Performance. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, discusses the overlooked importance of vent size when looking for optimal hearing aid performance.

Costco Hearing Aids | The GOOD, The BAD, & The UGLY
Costco
Hearing Aids
January 15, 2019

Costco Hearing Aids | The GOOD, The BAD, & The UGLY

Costco Hearing Aids | The GOOD, The BAD, & The UGLY. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and Founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, answers the question of "Are Costco Hearing Aids Good?"

Alternative Treatment for Single Sided Deafness (SSD) | AmpCROS vs CROS, BiCROS, & BAHA Hearing Aids
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January 11, 2019

Alternative Treatment for Single Sided Deafness (SSD) | AmpCROS vs CROS, BiCROS, & BAHA Hearing Aids

Alternative Treatment for Single Sided Deafness (SSD) | AmpCROS vs CROS, BiCROS, & BAHA Hearing Aids. Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Anthem Arizona, discusses AmpCROS as a treatment options for Single Sided Deafness.

Are Bluetooth Hearing Aids Safe?
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January 7, 2019

Are Bluetooth Hearing Aids Safe?

Are Bluetooth Hearing Aids Safe or Dangerous? Cliff Olson, Doctor of Audiology and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions, discusses if Bluetooth Hearing Aids are Safe or Not.

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.