Sunnyview Event To Explore Hearing Loss and Hearing Technology

April 1, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff Upcoming Events

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital – a member of St. Peter’s Health Partners – will offer a free, educational program on hearing loss and the latest hearing technology, Tuesday, Apr. 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1270 Belmont Ave., Schenectady.

The event will kick off with feature presentations from several experts at Sunnyview, including Kevin Ihrman, Au.D., chief of audiology; Kathryn Meade, Au.D., pediatric specialist; and Caroline Swayne, Au.D., vestibular specialist. Participants will learn about hearing loss and the latest hearing technology, understanding the effects of hearing loss on your loved ones, and what they need to know about the balance system and dizziness.

The program will offer free hearing screenings, along with free hearing technology consultations, if needed. The event is open to the public, free of charge. For more information or to register, please call Sunnyview at 518-382-4550.

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Up to 8 million people in the United States have some form of language impairment that makes it difficult for them to understand and/or use spoke or written language. Speech disorders are problems with fluency, articulation, or voice. Speech-Language Pathologists treat individuals with any of these disorders, to help the patients reach their full communication potential. Speech Pathologists also evaluate and treat individuals with swallowing problems which, if left untreated, may lead to pneumonia or other respiratory problems. If you have any questions, please contact the St. Peter’s Health Partners Speech Pathology department at 518-525-1171 or 518-475-1818.

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