March 2, 2011

Are Neurotologists different than Neurosurgeons?

Yes. Neurosurgeons surgically treat disorders of the brain and spinal cord. Neurotologists and neurosurgeons often work together to treat complex tumors and other disorders that affect both the brain and the skull base.

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At Jacksonville Hearing & Balance Institute, we believe everyone deserves clear, comfortable hearing. On September 21, 2026, we are excited to host a special Demo Day with Phonak to introduce their newest line of advanced hearing technology. This event offers a hands-on opportunity to test Phonak’s current and newly expanded line, including their updated Spheric…

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More to know about Roger technology!

Our previous blog post discussed Roger technology and how it can help Phonak hearing aid uses understand speech in challenging environments better than just using hearing aids alone. But what exactly are these challenging environments? Below are some specific examples where our patients have used their Roger On devices to enhance their listening experience: ·…

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What is Roger Technology?

Understanding speech can be difficult for anyone when the person speaking is at a distance or when in background noise, but this becomes even more difficult when the listener has hearing loss.  Hearing aids help patients hear what they are missing naturally due to their hearing loss but they can only process the signal they…

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Meet our New Extern Madelyn!

My name is Madelyn Eisen and I am excited to be the 2026-2027 JHBI Audiology Extern. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida in Orlando in 2023. I am in my fourth year of the Doctor of Audiology program at the University of Florida. I am set to graduate this upcoming…

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Making Sense of Dizziness and Tinnitus

Did you know that chronic unsteadiness and ringing in your ears are often deeply connected? In this video, the experts at Jacksonville Hearing & Balance Institute (JHBI) break down how the inner ear regulates both hearing and equilibrium, the key differences between dizziness and vertigo, and the advanced medical solutions available to help you regain…

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Interview with Dr. Green!

In honor of Better Speech and Hearing Month, we sat down with one of the Hearing Center’s newest hearing aid recipients, our very own Dr. Green! We discussed his first signs / symptoms of hearing loss, his motivation to get hearing aids, and his overall impressions. Keep reading below to learn more about Dr. Green’s…

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May is Better Hearing and Speech Month!

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Join us for the Clarke Ice Cream Run!

This weekend Jacksonville Hearing and Balance Institute will participate in the Clarke Ice Cream Run. This 1 mile/5K race supports the Clarke School for Hearing and Speech, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children who are deaf or hard of hearing learn to listen and speak. Funds raised from the run go directly toward programs and…

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