Modern Hearing Aid Facts
HERE ARE FOUR LITTLE-KNOWN FACTS ABOUT TODAY’S MODERN HEARING AIDS: They’re virtually invisible. Many of today’s hearing aids sit discreetly and comfortably inside the ear canal, providing both natural sound quality, and discreet and easy use. They automatically adjust to all kinds of soundscapes. Recent technological advances with directional microphones have made hearing aids far…
Early Allergy Season
ALLERGY SEASON COMES EARLY DUE TO UNUSUALLY MILD WINTER The “winter that wasn’t” in conjunction with a warm March could deliver one of the strongest allergy season’s we’ve seen in quite some time. “The warmer weather approaching melting the snow contributes to an increase of mold spores, this followed by an early release of pollen…
Nasal Congestion
– Written by Eric T. Becken, M.D. A common cold, hay fever, allergies, sinusitis, deviated septum, over use of some medications, nasal polyps, and even pregnancy can all result in nasal congestion. The symptoms are similar but the diagnosis and treatment may be vastly different. Some symptoms improve on their own in a few days…
Ear Infections
– Written by Eric T. Becken, M.D. Ear pain is a common cause of concern for parents of infants and young children, although it can also appear in adults. Often, the diagnosis is acute otitis media (AOM), or a middle ear infection. This frequently accompanies a common cold or other infection because an upper respiratory…
PMMA Medical Mission Trip
Written by Robert W. Smith, M.D. After two years of preparation, 74 members of the 2014 Philippines Minnesota Medical Association (PMMA) mission trip flew from the Twin Cities to Catarman, Northern Samar Province in the Philippines on January 30th. Dr. Bernard Quebral, an internist from HealthPartners, organized this and the 7 previous missions to the…
Caring for You & Your HSA Dollars
High Quality & Cost Efficient Health Care There are many health care clinics available, though very few that provide high quality care while protecting your dollars. At Midwest Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists, we understand and believe that patients deserve to receive the best value for their loved ones. Our record of providing the highest…