Hearing Aid Fittings & Evaluations

Portland State University Audiology Clinic offers management of hearing loss for individuals of all ages through the evaluation, selection, and fitting of appropriate hearing aids and assistive listening devices.

A current hearing test (within last 6 months) either from our clinic or another facility is required prior to evaluation for hearing aids. As part of a hearing aid evaluation a discussion about specific listening situations, lifestyle, and communication will take place. This information along with the results of the hearing evaluation will be used to make a recommendation for appropriate hearing aids and/or assistive listening devices.

Portland State University Audiology Clinic works with a variety of major hearing aid manufacturers as well as a range of hearing aid styles including behind-the-ear (BTE), in-the-ear (ITE), completely-in-the-canal (CIC), and open fit.  In addition we offer all available types of technology. This includes digital signal processing, directional microphones for listening in background noise and wireless technology compatible devices. Prices vary depending on the model, size and technology. Some of the brands we work with are Phonak, Oticon, Widex, Siemens and GNResound.

Once a hearing device has been selected an audiologist provides training on operation, cleaning, and adjusting to amplification. Individuals fit with hearing aids will have a trial period of at least 30 days.  Follow up visits will be scheduled during this period for fine tuning of hearing aids and to address any questions or concerns.  At the end of the trial period an individual may decide to keep or return the hearing aids.