Hearing presentation scheduled

LEWISTON — "Have You Heard?" will be the topic of two Central Maine Medical Center "Accenting Your Health" presentations set for January. Audiologists David Jardine and Elizabeth Jardine of The Hearing Source at Central Maine Medical Center will discuss advancements in hearing healthcare in recent years.

Advanced diagnostic testing, technological innovations and advances in treatment have led to significant improvements in care for those with hearing issues. In their hour-long presentations, the Jardines will highlight some of the advances in hearing healthcare, including treatment for hearing loss, tinnitus and balance disorders. A segment of the presentation will highlight new hearing aid technology, exclusively available at the Hearing Source.

Elizabeth Jardine earned her doctor of audiology degree from Central Michigan University. She is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and is a member of the American Academy of Audiology. Prior to joining The Hearing Source clinical staff, she worked as a clinical audiologist with Kaiser Permanente in Sacramento, CA. At Kaiser, she provided hearing testing for adults and children, as well as advanced testing and treatment for balance disorders of the inner ear.

David Jardine earned his doctor of audiology degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is certified by the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and is a member of the American Academy of Audiology. Prior to joining The Hearing Source at CMMC, he was clinic director for The University of the Pacific Hearing and Balance Center in Stockton, CA. In this role, he provided diagnostic and rehabilitation services for people with hearing loss, tinnitus and balance disorders.

The Hearing Source is a state-of-the-art audiology clinic recently opened at Central Maine Medical Center. The center offers patients of all ages the most advanced care for ear and hearing disorders.

There is no cost for attending the presentation.

The program will be presented at 2 p.m. on January 10 and again at 6 p.m. on January 13. Both programs will be held in Chairmen's Rooms A and B on the lower level of the 12 High Street Medical Office Building, adjacent to Central Maine Medical Center.

Those interested in attending either of the programs are urged to register in advance by calling 795-8448, e-mailing prevention@cmhc.org, or registering on-line at www.cmmc.org. Interpreter services are available upon advance request.