Hear It Forward: Give Your Hearing Aids a Second Life
At Midwest Hearing, we believe everyone deserves to stay connected to the people and moments they love. Hearing technology has come a long way in just the past few years, so if you’ve had your hearing aids for a while, now is a great time to see what’s new. And when you’re ready to upgrade,…
Celebrating Every Baby: Why We Support Jack’s Basket
Every baby deserves to be welcomed with “Congratulations.” That simple idea is at the heart of Jack’s Basket, a Minnesota nonprofit that celebrates babies born with Down syndrome. What Jack’s Basket does When a family learns their baby has Down syndrome, Jack’s Basket sends a basket filled with gifts, encouragement, and resources. Many are delivered…
Ear Infections in Children: What Parents Should Watch For During Flu Season
Many of us had a few uncomfortable ear infections as children. You may remember a sensation of pain or pressure, muffled hearing or the urge to tug on your earlobe. Now, as a parent, you might find yourself trying to comfort your child when those same symptoms appear. That’s why there’s no better time to…
30 Years of Exceptional Hearing Care: Congratulations, Dr. Anne Zowin!
We are proud to celebrate Anne Zowin, AuD, on her remarkable 30-year anniversary with Midwest ENT Specialists. For three decades, Dr. Zowin has brought expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication to every patient she sees. As a Doctor of Audiology, she has helped countless people hear better, communicate more easily, and stay connected to the moments…
Ear, Nose, and Throat Care for Children with Down Syndrome
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Children with Down syndrome often see an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist for concerns with hearing, sleep, and breathing. Most of these are very treatable, especially when they are found early. Why do these concerns come up more often? Smaller ear canals, narrower nasal passages, a smaller airway,…
Dr. Kristi Gravel Presents at AuDacity 2026Â
We’re proud to share that Dr. Kristi Gravel, Director of Midwest Hearing, presented at AuDacity 2026, the annual conference of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The ADA has hosted AuDacity since 2016 as a gathering place for audiologists focused on leadership and new ideas in hearing care. This year it…
Celebrating Our Legacy of Excellence Honorees
Legacy of Excellence Three physicians honored for eight consecutive years as Minnesota Monthly Top Doctors We are excited to announce that three of our physicians, Dr. Joshua Dorn, Dr. Christopher Tolan, and Dr. Kristin Gendron, have been named to Minnesota Monthly’s Legacy of Excellence, a distinction reserved for physicians who have earned Top Doctor recognition…
Congratulations to Our 2026 Minnesota Monthly Top Doctors
We are pleased to share that six of our physicians have been named to Minnesota Monthly’s Top Doctors list: Dr. Anna Bakeman, Dr. Joshua Dorn, Dr. Kristin Gendron, Dr. Garrett Griffin, Dr. Alice Knoedler, and Dr. Christopher Tolan. About the Recognition Minnesota Monthly’s Top Doctors list is a peer-nominated honor. Thousands of physicians across the…
Introducing Klara: A Secure, Convenient New Way to Reach Us
At Midwest Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists, we are committed to making your care as accessible and efficient as possible. That’s why we are pleased to announce our transition to Klara, a secure messaging platform that lets you connect with our team as easily as sending a text. What Is Klara? Klara is a secure, HIPAA-compliant messaging system designed specifically…
When To See an ENT for Chronic Postnasal Drip
Your body produces mucus every day, and most of the time you don’t even notice it. It quietly moves through your system, coating your lungs, sinuses, stomach and even your eyes. This thin layer keeps everything lubricated and helps filter out dust, allergens and other irritants to protect your health. But when you’re sick, your…