The Atlanta Hearing Doctor offers second opinions for people with questions about their hearing aids, from our office at 5885 Glenridge Drive #155, Atlanta, GA 30328, in Sandy Springs, serving patients from across the greater Atlanta area. Audiologist Dr. Maria Wynens has served patients since 1988 and takes the time to listen to your concerns and explain what she finds.
A Second Opinion with Dr. Maria Wynens
Hearing aids are personal, and so is how well they work for you. Your hearing can change, your daily routine can change, and sometimes you simply want another professional to look at your situation before you decide what to do next.
Asking for a second opinion is a normal part of looking after your hearing. It does not mean anything went wrong with your current care. Dr. Wynens focuses on understanding your hearing and your listening needs, and she gives you recommendations that put your interests first, so you can make the choice that is right for you.
When a Second Opinion Can Help
People often ask for a second opinion when:
- You wear hearing aids but still struggle to hear in places that matter to you
- Your hearing aids do not feel comfortable, or you find yourself not wearing them
- You are not sure your hearing aids still suit your hearing or your daily life
- You have received a recommendation for new hearing aids and want it explained before you decide
- You have moved to the Atlanta area and want to understand your hearing and your options
Sudden change in your hearing? If you notice a sudden loss of hearing, especially in one ear, do not wait for a routine appointment. Contact your doctor the same day or seek urgent care. Call 911 if hearing loss comes with signs of a stroke, such as sudden numbness or weakness, trouble speaking or a sudden severe headache.
What Dr. Wynens Can Look At
Every situation is different. Depending on your concerns, a second opinion may include:
- Your hearing: If your hearing may have changed, or you do not have recent results, Dr. Wynens may recommend an updated hearing test.
- How your hearing aids fit your daily life: Where you wear them, where listening is still hard, and how comfortable they feel.
- The recommendation you received: What it means for your hearing and how it compares with other options.
- Your options: These may include continuing with your current hearing aids and provider, adjustments, or exploring different hearing aids.
A second opinion is about clear information, not a promised result. Dr. Wynens will explain what she finds and what she recommends, and the decision is always yours.
What to Expect at Your Visit
To ask for a second opinion, request an appointment or call (404) 252-7528.
Share your concerns
Tell Dr. Wynens what is and is not working for you, where listening is hardest, and any recommendation you have received. Bring your hearing aids with you, and let us know if you have recent hearing test results.
A look at your hearing and your hearing aids
Dr. Wynens reviews your situation and may recommend an updated hearing test so her advice is based on how you hear today.
Your options, explained
She explains what she finds in plain language and talks with you about possible next steps, so you can decide what is right for you.
Choosing the Right Next Step
A second opinion often points to one of these next steps:
- An updated hearing test: If your hearing may have changed, a hearing test shows where it stands today.
- Adjustments to your hearing aids: Hearing aids that work but do not sound right may benefit from programming adjustments. If your hearing aids came from another provider, that provider can often make adjustments, and our team can let you know whether Dr. Wynens can help.
- Repair: If your hearing aid has stopped working, is whistling or sounds distorted, start with hearing aid repair.
- New hearing aids: If new hearing aids are the right choice, Dr. Wynens explains your options and provides a personalized fitting.
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Second Opinions in Sandy Springs
Our office is in Union Park on Glenridge Drive in Sandy Springs, with easy access from I-285 and GA 400, and we see patients from throughout the greater Atlanta area.
Contact our office
Call (404) 252-7528 or request an appointment. We are open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Tell us about your hearing aids
Let us know what you would like a second opinion on, the make and model of your hearing aids if you know it, and the time of day that suits you best.
Visit our Sandy Springs office
We are at 5885 Glenridge Drive #155, Atlanta, GA 30328. Directions are on our contact page.
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