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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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CRAZY New Hearing Aid Technology! | 🔥 Oticon More 🔥
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March 16, 2021

CRAZY New Hearing Aid Technology! | 🔥 Oticon More 🔥

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses some Mind-Blowing Hearing Aid technological advancements, like Deep Learning with Deep Neural Networks, that will change the future of hearing aids.

Team Building at an Escape Room! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 062
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March 14, 2021

Team Building at an Escape Room! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 062

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the importance of Teamwork and the team building exercise at the Nemesis Club.

Wireless Bluetooth Connectivity for Severe to Profound Hearing Loss | Phonak Naida Paradise
Hearing Aids
Phonak
March 9, 2021

Wireless Bluetooth Connectivity for Severe to Profound Hearing Loss | Phonak Naida Paradise

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the need for wireless streaming for individuals with a Severe to Profound Hearing Loss.

Officially DONE With Hearing Aid Insurance Companies | DrCliffAuD VLOG 061
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March 7, 2021

Officially DONE With Hearing Aid Insurance Companies | DrCliffAuD VLOG 061

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses leaving all Insurance and Managed Care because reimbursement continues to decline.

The REAL Reason You Can't Hear in Background Noise
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March 5, 2021

The REAL Reason You Can't Hear in Background Noise

Doctor Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses how Hearing Aids may not provide as much Benefit in Background Noise as you think, and how Cognitive Function plays a major role.

Understanding Hearing Aid Fitting Ranges | Finding the Best Receiver Size
Audiology
March 2, 2021

Understanding Hearing Aid Fitting Ranges | Finding the Best Receiver Size

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses Hearing Aid Fitting Ranges and why they are the #1 thing you need to consider when selecting a hearing aid.

Big Financial Mistake? | New Clinic Budget Review | DrCliffAuD Vlog #060
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February 28, 2021

Big Financial Mistake? | New Clinic Budget Review | DrCliffAuD Vlog #060

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the massive financial cost of building a New Clinic.

Finding Good Hearing Aids on a Budget | ReSound Key
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February 24, 2021

Finding Good Hearing Aids on a Budget | ReSound Key

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses why it can be difficult to find good affordable hearing aids and what you can do about it.

NEW Clinic Tour! | Applied Hearing Solutions | DrCliffAuD VLOG 059
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February 21, 2021

NEW Clinic Tour! | Applied Hearing Solutions | DrCliffAuD VLOG 059

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, gives a video tour through the New Audiology Clinic.

BEST Hearing Aids of 2021 | In-The-Ear Version | Custom & Non-Custom ITEs
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February 16, 2021

BEST Hearing Aids of 2021 | In-The-Ear Version | Custom & Non-Custom ITEs

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses his picks for the TOP Custom and Non-Custom In-The-Ear Hearing Aids as we enter 2021.

BIG Announcement! | New HearingUp.com Website | DrCliffAuD VLOG 058
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February 14, 2021

BIG Announcement! | New HearingUp.com Website | DrCliffAuD VLOG 058

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, reveals the project, Hearing Up, that he has been working on with his partners over the past 6 months.

Noise Cancellation in Hearing Aids | Dynamic Noise Cancellation | Phonak Paradise
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February 9, 2021

Noise Cancellation in Hearing Aids | Dynamic Noise Cancellation | Phonak Paradise

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the use of Dynamic Noise Cancellation in Phonak Hearing Aids. With Active Noise Cancellation in consumer electronics like the Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds and QuietComfort 35 II wireless Bluetooth headphones, it was just a matter of time before hearing aids started to incorporate this technology to help you hear better in background noise.

Hiring, New Business Venture, & Acoustic Tiles | DrCliffAuD VLOG 057
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February 7, 2021

Hiring, New Business Venture, & Acoustic Tiles | DrCliffAuD VLOG 057

Doctor Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, gives a clinic update and gives his pick for SuperBbowl 55 - Kansas City Chiefs vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

How to Find a Cognivue Thrive Provider | Cognitive Screening for Dementia
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February 5, 2021

How to Find a Cognivue Thrive Provider | Cognitive Screening for Dementia

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, shows you how to find an Audiologist who has a Cognivue Thrive Computerized Screening system for evaluating cognitive decline related to Hearing Loss.

Phonak Naida UltraPower & PR BTE Detailed Hearing Aid Review | Plus Surprise Announcement!
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February 2, 2021

Phonak Naida UltraPower & PR BTE Detailed Hearing Aid Review | Plus Surprise Announcement!

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, Reviews the Newest Behind the Ear hearing aids from Phonak. These include the Naida Ultra Power BTE hearing aid and the Naida Power Rechargeable BTE hearing aid.

Our First Clinic Water Leak 😭 | DrCliffAuD VLOG 056
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January 31, 2021

Our First Clinic Water Leak 😭 | DrCliffAuD VLOG 056

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the water leak in the clinic caused by rain.

The Future of Screening for Dementia | Cognivue Thrive Review
Hearing Health
January 27, 2021

The Future of Screening for Dementia | Cognivue Thrive Review

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, reviews the Cognivue Thrive computerized cognitive screening tool due to the strong Link between Hearing Loss and Dementia.

First Week in the New Office! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 055
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January 24, 2021

First Week in the New Office! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 055

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses his first week in the NEW Applied Hearing Solutions clinic!

BEST Hearing Aids of 2021 | Receiver-in-Canal Edition
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January 22, 2021

BEST Hearing Aids of 2021 | Receiver-in-Canal Edition

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, shares his picks for the BEST Receiver-in-Canal Hearing Aids in 2021 based on his Hearing Aids Reviews.

Dr. Cliff AuD Network Name Change | Best Practice PRO Network
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January 19, 2021

Dr. Cliff AuD Network Name Change | Best Practice PRO Network

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the reason why he is changing the name of the Dr. Cliff AuD Approved Provider Network.

I'm BACK!!! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 054
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January 17, 2021

I'm BACK!!! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 054

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, has recovered from COVID and is Back in the Game!

Oticon More Detailed Hearing Aid Review
Hearing Aids
Oticon
Product Review
January 12, 2021

Oticon More Detailed Hearing Aid Review

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, reviews the New Oticon More, the first Hearing Aid to use a Deep Neural Network to help you hear Better.

Getting COVID Less Than 1 Week Before Opening New Location | DrCliffAuD VLOG 053
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January 10, 2021

Getting COVID Less Than 1 Week Before Opening New Location | DrCliffAuD VLOG 053

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, gets a Positive COVID Test less than 1 week before opening the new location.

How to Hear Soft Talkers Better Even if They Wear Masks | Phonak Speech Enhancer
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January 5, 2021

How to Hear Soft Talkers Better Even if They Wear Masks | Phonak Speech Enhancer

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, reveals a solution to dealing with soft talkers even in they are wearing facemasks.

What's NEW with Hearing Aids & Hearing Treatment in 2021?
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January 1, 2021

What's NEW with Hearing Aids & Hearing Treatment in 2021?

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses what happened in the world of hearing healthcare in 2020 and why you should be excited for what's coming in 2021!

Choosing the Best Hearing Aids | The Paradox of Choice
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December 30, 2020

Choosing the Best Hearing Aids | The Paradox of Choice

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the difficulty of choosing the Best Hearing Aids for you and of finding the Best Hearing Care Professional in your area.

2020 Year End Recap | DrCliffAuD VLOG 051
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December 26, 2020

2020 Year End Recap | DrCliffAuD VLOG 051

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solution in Phoenix Arizona, and Ashley Olson, review all the ups and downs of 2020 with Ashley leaving her job, the launch of the Dr. Cliff AuD Approved Provider Network, the buildout of the New Clinic location and surviving during Covid.

#1 Reason Why People Treat Their Hearing Loss | Positive Emotions
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December 23, 2020

#1 Reason Why People Treat Their Hearing Loss | Positive Emotions

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, discusses the #1 Reason why people choose to treat their hearing loss...the Positive Emotions associated with being able to hear again.

New Applied Hearing Solutions Clinic Update (90% Complete)!!! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 050
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December 20, 2020

New Applied Hearing Solutions Clinic Update (90% Complete)!!! | DrCliffAuD VLOG 050

Dr. Cliff Olson, Audiologist and founder of Applied Hearing Solutions in Phoenix Arizona, does a walk-through tour of his new Clinic that is almost finished!