Mar 4, 2021
Dr. Mark Syms is a Neurotologist/Otologist and the Founder of the Arizona Hearing Center. He is one of the first physicians in the country to be board-certified in neurotology and is currently a national leader in hearing technology. After nearly two decades of experience treating ear problems, Dr. Syms has helped thousands of people improve their quality of life.
Dr. Syms graduated with honors from Boston College before earning his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College. He completed his fellowship training at the House Ear Clinic in Los Angeles, one of the world’s premier surgery organizations. Today, Dr. Syms frequently gives lectures on neurotology both nationally and internationally. He is also an extensively published author, a member of numerous professional organizations, and the host of his own podcast, ListenUp!
In this episode…
Most people with hearing loss are not good at perceiving their problem. They often believe that other people are just mumbling. For those who are willing to admit that they have a problem, getting them to agree to see an ear specialist can be challenging because of all their concerns.
Many people’s concerns revolve around getting quality hearing aids, the cost of treatment and insurance coverage, the problem not being too serious, or their general practitioner not diagnosing them with hearing loss. These concerns can prevent them from seeking medical help and lead to more severe problems.
Dr. Mark Syms, the Founder of the Arizona Hearing Center and host of ListenUp!, gets interviewed by Dr. Jeremy Weisz, the Co-founder of Rise25, about the most common questions and concerns people have regarding hearing loss. Dr. Syms talks about the reasons behind these concerns and explains why insurance may not cover treatment for hearing loss. He also explains why his clinic does not sell hearing aids.