Spruha Mahapatra
Dr. Spruha Mahapatra obtained her undergraduate degree in speech and hearing at All India Institute of Speech and Hearing in India and her Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from the University of South Florida. Prior to coming to the U.S. for her doctorate, she worked as an audiologist and speech language pathologist in India. She…
How to Maintain Hearing Health with Diabetes
Diabetes is a serious condition that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar. Untreated or poorly managed diabetes can lead to many other health complications, including heart problems, kidney failure, nerve damage, vision problems and stroke. Thankfully, there are many treatments and lifestyle changes that people can make to help manage their diabetes and…
Myth vs. Reality: Hearing Loss, OTC Hearing Aids & You
On Oct. 19, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a landmark proposal intended to improve access to and reduce the cost of hearing aid technology for millions of Americans. The agency proposed a rule to establish a new category of over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. When finalized, the rule would allow hearing aids…
How Hearing Aids Can Help You Better Understand Sound
Though they are similar, hearing a sound and understanding it are not the same thing. Imagine you are out to dinner at a busy restaurant. Maybe you have friends visiting from out of town and decide to take them to Jack Fry’s. It’s packed inside and there is live jazz music playing in the background….
Peter Pearlman
Peter received both his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Science in Audiology from the University of Louisville. He is a member of the American Academy of Audiology, Kentucky Academy of Audiology and the Hearing Aid Association of Kentucky, and has worked with a number of organizations including as director of education…
Courier Journal Recognizes Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy on their “2021 Best of the Best” Awards
Louisville, Ky. (Sept. 27, 2021) – Both Heuser Hearing Institute and Heuser Hearing & Language Academy were recognized in The Courier Journal’s 2021 “Kentuckiana’s Best of the Best” lists. Community members vote on these lists to honor businesses, organizations, and people throughout the state of Kentucky. The “Kentuckiana’s Best of the Best” program recognized winners…
Why Do Loud Sounds Startle People With Hearing Loss?
Just because a person suffers from hearing loss does not mean they lose the ability to startle at loud noises. In fact, in many cases, loud noises can be perceived as more startling and uncomfortable. If you suffer from hearing loss you may have noticed this phenomenon, referred to as recruitment, or in some cases…
Samantha Heilman
Samantha Heilman has been a patient with the Heuser Hearing Institute for 23 years. She’s also worked in other medical professions. However, it’s always been a dream of hers to help the deaf and hard of hearing community. She also enjoys traveling and being in nature with her German Shepherd dog.
Christian M. Rodriguez Fernandez
Christian M. Rodriguez Fernandez is originally from Cuba, where he worked as teacher of English for two years. Later, he left his native country for Chile, where he worked as a hotel receptionist for five years. He has a TOEFL (Teaching of English as a Foreign Language) degree from the University of Camagüey (Cuba). He loves…
Lauren Martin
Lauren joined the Heuser Hearing Institute in 2021 as an audiometric assistant. She grew up in southern California but has been a Kentucky resident for 17 years. In her spare time, she is usually with her children who love to hike and explore together. She is happy to be a part of the Heuser team.
Kacie Frentz
Kacie Frentz graduated from the University of Louisville with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Fine Arts. She has been associated with Heuser Hearing and Language Academy since 2017 when she interned in the Art Central classroom and is thrilled to be back. Kacie’s passion for deaf and hard of hearing individuals has…
Keep Life in Balance With Better Hearing
Feeling dizzy, imbalanced or confused? These are all are hallmark signs of a vestibular problem—a complex inner ear and brain system that controls your sense of balance. It’s easy to take our sense of balance for granted, at the pace at which most of us move about the world. Though when it’s compromised, you’ll know…
Teaching Children About Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
The information you pass along to children when they are young is what shapes their actions as adults. Teaching them how to safely cross the street, tie their shoes and treat their classmates are lessons they will carry forever. Hearing experts suggest adding healthy hearing habits to this list. What Is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss? For…
Heuser to You
Heuser To You Home Care Program Heuser to You involves two main principles: the return of the house call and customization of care with the mission of bringing the clinic to the patient. The hearing health care profession has not given up on the house call, but like others, we have moved toward more convenient,…
Alyx Sundheimer
Alyx Sundheimer is a third-year audiology extern currently finishing her doctoral program at Indiana University. She is originally from Franklin, Indiana and completed her bachelor’s degree in speech and hearing sciences at Indiana University. She continues to work on her Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree with an expected graduation date of 2022. Alyx has hearing…
Fuel Member Access
Kentucky Walk4Hearing – Heuser Hearing Institute Team
Join the Heuser Hearing Institute Walk4Hearing team and help bring attention to hearing loss and promote the importance of hearing health. Register to walk with Heuser Hearing Institute and show your support for people across the country who understand what it’s like to live with hearing loss. No one should have to be on this…
Heuser Hearing Institute is in need of volunteers for gardening/weeding at our downtown Louisville campus. Gardening tools, gloves and bottled water are provided. Volunteers should wear suitable clothing and shoes for outdoor work and bring sunscreen/bug spray as needed. Individuals and groups are welcome. SIGN UP HERE Questions? Contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502) 371-9939.
Volunteer Opportunity: Gardening/Weeding
Heuser Hearing Institute is in need of volunteers for gardening/weeding at our downtown Louisville campus. Gardening tools, gloves and bottled water are provided. Volunteers should wear suitable clothing and shoes for outdoor work and bring sunscreen/bug spray as needed. Individuals and groups are welcome. SIGN UP HERE Questions? Contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502) 371-9939.
Volunteer Opportunity: Gardening/Weeding
Heuser Hearing Institute is in need of volunteers for gardening/weeding at our downtown Louisville campus. Gardening tools, gloves and bottled water are provided. Volunteers should wear suitable clothing and shoes for outdoor work and bring sunscreen/bug spray as needed. Individuals and groups are welcome. SIGN UP HERE Questions? Contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502) 371-9939.
Challen Geraghty
Challen Geraghty is a fourth-year audiology extern from Northeast Ohio Au.D. Consortium (NOAC). She earned her bachelor’s in speech pathology and audiology from Kent State University, where she competed in collegiate D1 volleyball. Challen was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, and is excited to be back home to work in her community. She enjoys weekends…
Allie Adams
Allie Adams is a fourth-year audiology extern currently finishing her doctoral program at A.T. Still University in Mesa, Arizona. She is originally from Marion, Illinois, and completed her undergraduate degree in communication disorders at Murray State University. Allie is looking forward to spending 18 months at Heuser Hearing Institute. She is interested in working with the adult…
Can Listening to Music Improve Your Well-Being?
Music plays a large role in society by helping to celebrate important events, bringing people together and increasing overall well-being. Unfortunately, those with untreated hearing loss do not get to experience these positive effects. Hearing aids can help. Why Hearing Music Is Important As one expert explains, music is “sound that conveys emotion.” This unique…
Congratulations 2021 HHLA Graduates!
Congratulations to all the children, their families and the teachers for making it through a challenging and unconventional school year. In addition, a special congrats goes to the three students who celebrated graduation on May 25, 2021 and will be moving on to their neighborhood schools!
Louisville Deaf Oral School Foundation
The Louisville Deaf Oral School Foundation was established in 1960 to manage a portion of the School’s gifted assets. The foundation’s mission is “to promote, assist and cooperate in furthering the welfare of the Louisville Deaf Oral School, now the Heuser Hearing and Language Academy, primarily through financial support.” DONATIONS The Louisville Deaf Oral School…
Kinya D. Embry
Kinya Embry is a licensed speech language pathologist in the state of Kentucky. She is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing and the Kentucky-Speech-Language Hearing Association, where she sits on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee. Kinya received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences…
Lindsey Bittinger
Dr. Lindsey Bittinger earned her Bachelor of Science from Ball State University. She earned her doctorate in Audiology from the University of Cincinnati. She is licensed to practice Audiology in Kentucky as well as work as a hearing instrument specialist in Kentucky. Her interests include hearing aids, tinnitus, ototoxicity management and research. She is a…
Scott Bachmann
Tips for Preventing Hearing Loss
The most common causes of hearing loss are exposure to noise and aging. While there is nothing to be done about getting older, there are some steps you can take to help lower your risk of developing hearing loss. Below is a look at six lifestyle changes you can make that may help you prevent hearing…
The Connection Between Hearing Loss & Speech Comprehension
Speech comprehension refers to the ability to take in speech signals, understand the meaning behind them and store them as information. Speech comprehension is an especially important skill for children, as their brains are rapidly developing and learning new information. Below we review how hearing loss can affect speech comprehension, the importance of early intervention…
Butterflies in Motion
The most fun daytime party in Louisville is back in person at The Brown Hotel! This unique fundraiser attracts some of the city’s most gracious and creative hosts and hostesses and challenges them to create a movie-themed table while inviting their guests to participate in the theme through their own wardrobe or accessories. All while…
New Report Estimates 2.5 Billion People Will Soon Have Hearing Loss
Usually, we talk about hearing loss numbers in terms of American adults. But a newly published report by the World Health Organization confirms that hearing loss is a global issue. World Report on Hearing The World Health Organization estimates that by the year 2050, 2.5 billion people across the globe will have some degree of…
Jennifer Mooney
Jennifer joined the team in 2020 as an Assistant Medical Billing Specialist. She will graduate in May 2021 with an Associate in Health Information Technology. She enjoys spending time with her son and family.
Ashley Russell
Ashley joined the team in 2021 as a Patient Care Coordinator. In her spare time, she enjoys special form of crochet called amigurumi. Ashley loves helping people and making them smile.
COVID-19
Your Safety Is Our Top Priority Heuser Hearing Institute is committed to the health and safety of our patients, students, staff and visitors. As we continue to closely monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we offer you this insight on our current protocols as well as guidance to help you remain healthy. The clinic at Heuser…
HIPAA Statement
NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES (Effective April 14, 2003) THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW CAREFULLY. The federal law called the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1993 (“HIPAA”) creates certain rights for our patients. One of those…
Why Have Your Hearing Aids Stopped Working?
Hearing aids are complex electronic devices. While they are built to provide years of amplification, they will not last forever. Below is a list of the top three reasons why your hearing aids may not be working. Your Hearing Aids Are Not Well Taken Care Of Hearing aids spend all day in your ears –…
Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler
Save the date for the Dr. Ed Morgan/Kiwanis Grand Slam 4 Miler! This event benefits Heuser Hearing & Language Academy and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Registration info coming soon. For questions, contact Shannon Kisselbaugh at (502) 371-9939.
Mayor’s Give A Day at Heuser
Heuser Hearing Institute is a nonprofit that supports, promotes and creates healthy hearing for over 6,200 children and adults each year in Kentucky and Indiana. We are looking for volunteers on Mayors Give A Day to help with weeding and mulching our campus. You can volunteer for as little or as long as you like that…
Heuser Hearing Institute Announces Hearing Health Educational Seminars – March 15 & 16, 2021
Heuser Hearing Institute is pleased to offer the Kentuckiana community two educational seminars this March, providing tips on how effective hearing can benefit your overall wellbeing, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 2nd, 2021) – Heuser Hearing Institute, a Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology, is excited to announce their…
Save the Date! Virtual Sound Beginnings Breakfast for Dinner
Save the Date for the Virtual Sound Beginnings Breakfast for Dinner! Join us on Facebook Live on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 5:45 pm to learn more about our mission of empowering children with hearing loss and speech disorders to reach their full potential. Sponsorships are available and include benefits such as a “breakfast for…
Hearing Loss: Why it’s a Big Deal? Race and Socioeconomic Disparities in Healthcare
If the average person were asked to list the most common medical conditions plaguing Americans today, no one would be shocked to see heart disease, cancer or diabetes topping the list. However, most would be surprised to see hearing loss—affecting around 40 million Americans—take a top spot as one of the most prevalent chronic conditions…
April – May 2021 Virtual Sign Language Class for Adults
Join Barbara Martin with Heuser Hearing Institute for our sign language series. Where: Virtual (the Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to class) When: Monday nights, 6-7:30pm April 19-May 24, 2021 Cost: $60 for 6 classes (registrants will receive the link to pay online) Questions? Contact Barb Martin at bmartin@thehearinginstitute.org. REGISTER HERE
Heuser Hearing Institute Clinical Director, Dr. Ingrid Edwards Chosen as 2021 Health Care Hero
This award presented by Louisville Business First recognizes outstanding health care professionals LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 22nd, 2021) – Heuser Hearing Institute, a Louisville nonprofit and leader in audiology is proud to announce that Dr. Ingrid Edwards has been chosen as a 2021 Health Care Hero from Louisville Business First. These annual awards recognize professionals who…
Hearing Health Seminar
Get MORE Out of Life Join us for a one-hour seminar in person or virtually to learn how effective hearing benefits your overall wellbeing, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life, better relationships and improved mental and cognitive health. We will also show you the features of the all-new Oticon More™ hearing aids. SPACE…
Hearing Health Seminar
Get MORE Out of Life Join us for a one-hour seminar in person or virtually to learn how effective hearing benefits your overall wellbeing, leading to a happier and more fulfilling life, better relationships and improved mental and cognitive health. We will also show you the features of the all-new Oticon More™ hearing aids. SPACE…
Tips for Raising a Child with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is not a condition confined to adults; people of all ages can be affected by a hearing impairment. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one to three of every 1,000 children have hearing loss. If your child is one of those, it is important to know how to empower…
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Earns a “Give with Confidence” 100/100 Rating
From Charity Navigator LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 10, 2021) – Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency have earned a 100/100 rating from Charity Navigator’s Encompass Rating System. This score designates Heuser Hearing & Language Academy as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating…
Our Mission
Heuser Hearing & Language Academy is a comprehensive educational community that empowers those with hearing loss or speech, language and communication disorders to reach their full potential and effectively participate in the community. Since 1948, Heuser Hearing & Language Academy has provided early intervention and education for children who are deaf and hard of hearing….
What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Reposted From CDC.gov For more information, visit the CDC at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/expect/after.html. COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few…