The Hearing Clinic - Blacksburg

“Dr. Harrell was excellent in his evaluation, information, and personalizing the results very specific to my case. I requested an appointment with him two weeks after Ms. Talbert did my hearing tests, provided little information, did not explain contradictory results, told me I should buy the most expensive aids I could afford, told me getting one aid would not be reasonable even though one ear was normal, and said I would have brain degeneration if the loss in one ear was not treated. Dr. Harrell on the other hand explained that aids at this time would not appreciably improve mild high frequency hearing loss in one ear. He was comprehensive, thoughtful, interested in my perceptions of my hearing and professional. ”

“I liked that she was careful and she answered my questions. ”

“I liked that he was very friendly to me. ”

“I’ve been suffering with tinnitus for over two years. With the help of my PCP I went thru numerous diagnostic studies along with office visits to several specialists. Thru the months since the onset I’ve tried everything from hypnosis to acupuncture with no relief from the excruciating noise inside my head. Several months ago I received a flyer from The Hearing Clinic announcing an addition to their staff (Dr. Mason) specializing in treating tinnitus. This was exciting news for me and I couldn’t wait to make an appointment to discuss possible treatments for this horrific condition. I met with her twice and although she didn’t have a miracle cure or would offer false hope, she did listen and offer some very astute advice. She was able to present a better understanding of how to cope with tinnitus. Dr. Mason helped me tremendously by listening and caring. It was exciting and refreshing to meet with someone that’s dedicating their professional life to treating and working toward a solution to tinnitus. She freely shared her knowledge and information and helped me to explore several avenues to begin managing my tinnitus. There’s not a cure for this condition and I still have many very bad days, but there are good days too. Thanks to Dr. Mason I treasure these days and have learned “not to go looking for the noise” when the level has somewhat abated. It was comforting to meet and to discuss my condition with a professional that understood how debilitating and life altering acute and chronic tinnitus can be. I would encourage anyone with tinnitus to meet with Dr. Mason as soon as possible. I also feel confident that if any additional treatment or other viable relief options become available, that Dr. Mason will again champion and share any information with me immediately. ”

“I liked how they were very thorough. ”