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AUDIOLOGY, INC. 300 Exempla Circle, Suite 365 • Lafayette, CO 80026
IN THIS ISSUE
Spring 2017
• Hearing Loss and Choosing a Restaurant
Hearing Loss and Choosing a Restaurant
• Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies • Free Educational Tinnitus Seminar Hosted by Flatirons Audiology, Inc.
Here are some helpful tips for a successful experience when dining out.
• Easy Adjustment with App - New BEYOND™ Hearing Aid from Widex • Lori Drake, Another Patient Success Story • Help Flatirons Audiology, Inc. Be Part of the ‘Heart of the Community’ • Flatirons Audiology Inc., is Undergoing Office Improvements
“TEST DRIVE”
• Dr. Julie Travels to Maui, Hawaii for the AuDConnex Collaborate 2017 Meeting
New Technology Available in the Flatirons Audiology Office!
• Dr. Julie’s Community Corner
TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2017
Dr. Julie’s
COMMUNITY CORNER Check this corner of the newsletter to stay apprised of all the ways Dr. Julie is giving back in our community and continuing to hone her expertise in the audiology profession.
• Dr. Julie recently attended the AuDConnex Collaborate 2017 Meeting in Maui Hawaii. • Flatirons Audiology, Inc. is now offering Widex™ BEYOND,™ the best sounding, made-for-iPhone hearing aid. Please see article on page 2 for more information. • Dr. Julie visited 3 local schools, Aspen Creek K-8, Angevine Middle School and Eldorado K-8 to take ear impressions of their administrative teams’ ear to make custom earmolds for their communication systems. These custom ear pieces will improve their ability to communicate with one another, adding more comfort and confidentiality. • Dr. Julie will be having a 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION this summer to show off her new office improvements and to celebrate with her patients. Details will be forthcoming via e-mail. • Dr. Julie will be attending several all- day trainings this Spring to learn about new hearing aid technology launched from Widex, Starkey, Unitron and Signia • Flatirons Audiology will be offering another ‘Test Drive’ event in her office on Tuesday, May 16th. Please see the sidebar on page 1 for more information. • Keep an eye out for the May Edition of the Broomfielder Magazine and upcoming Women’s Edition featuring Flatirons Audiology, Inc.
Dr. Julie visited 3 local schools, Aspen Creek K-8, Angevine Middle School and Eldorado K-8 to take ear impressions of their administrative teams’ ear to make custom earmolds for their communication systems.
Dr. Julie continues to offer her program, once a quarter, in which patients can come in for a special office visit and “TEST DRIVE” the new and exciting hearing products. This event is open to new and existing patients and their friends and family. Just schedule a time to come in, try a set of the new hearing aids and take them out for a spin for an entire week, at NO COST OR OBLIGATION. No need to wonder if newer technology will help your hearing needs! With our special offer, find out before taking the plunge and making the financial investment! Please call soon - (303) 664-9111 to schedule your appointment as space will be limited!
PROVIDE INFORMATION EARLY Note your desire for a quiet table in your reservation and remind the restaurant if they call to confirm. This gives them a better chance of meeting your needs than if you walk in cold. If they seat you at a less than ideal table at first, ask for a quieter spot. Persistence often pays off. REQUEST A TABLE IN THE CORNER A corner table or other location beside a wall works best since there is a barrier between you and the rest of the restaurant noise. This also eliminates distractions from noise behind you and lets you better focus on the speakers at the table. A booth is also often a good choice if it has high back seats.
CHOOSE RESTAURANTS WITH SOUND ABSORBING DECOR Carpet, curtains, cushioned chairs, cloth tablecloths and acoustic tiles are my decor of choice. Many restaurants today prefer hard surfaces like glass and wood. Preview the decor online or look for “old school” restaurants which may have a more classic design. READ ONLINE REVIEWS Many restaurant rating systems now include noise level as one of the criteria. For example, Zagat now has a “Good for Quiet Conversation” search category. I am sure others do as well. ASK AROUND! I like to trade restaurant tips with my hearing loss friends and also with my hearing friends. Once you hit a certain age, everybody wants a quiet restaurant!
IN AN EFFORT TO STREAMLINE OUR COMMUNICATIONS WITH YOU AND TO HELP SAVE THE TREES, THE FLATIRONS AUDIO SCOOP NEWSLETTER IS GOING DIGITAL! We will begin sending our first electronic newsletter with our next Summer Edition. If you would like to opt out of e-mail communications, please call our office, (303) 664-9111 and let us know!
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BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 cup white sugar 3/4 cups (1 1/2 sticks) butter 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup mashed bananas 2 cups chocolate chips Preheat oven to 400˚F. Sift the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda and set aside (Unless you have a Kitchen Aid Mixer). Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Mix in the mashed bananas and stir until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 7 minutes until set. If you have a favorite cookie you’d like to share, please e-mail Dr. Julie the recipe:
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Dr. Julie is now offering the new BEYOND,™ Widex’s best sounding, made-for-iPhone hearing aid. BEYOND ™ provides multiple ways of connecting through Bluetooth, DEX communication devices and Telecoils. SWIPING IN MORE DETAILS BEYOND™ is the only made-foriPhone hearing aid with an app that uses the familiar swipe function. It provides quick and easy navigation through intuitive commands and screens. And gives you a simple way to customize your hearing aid and enjoy brilliant sound. HEAR THE FULL PICTURE The BEYOND™ app is easy to make your own. Take or select your own photos to help you know which program you are using. Or add your location, such as your favorite restaurant. BEYOND™ will remember
the exact settings for you next visit, providing a personal good sound experience. STAY IN TUNE Controlling your BEYOND ™ hearing aid and changing the volume and muting are just a swipe away. BEYOND ™ also has outstanding battery life, providing connected hearing for less power. And with the battery status always clearly visible, you’ll never be surprised while out and about. AN EXTRA LEVEL OF CONNECTIVITY BEYOND is the only hearing aid available to offer you more than one way of keeping connected. With TRI-LINK™ technology, you’re not just connected to your iPhone, but also to telecoils and phones, television and more with the DEX range of communication solutions. So you can stay connected no matter where you are or what you’re doing.
Lori Drake, Another Patient Success Story FREE EDUCATIONAL TINNITUS SEMINAR HOSTED BY FLATIRONS AUDIOLOGY, INC. Dr. Julie invites you to come learn about tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and treatment options available at Flatirons Audiology, Inc. No advertising, just the facts about tinnitus and the latest treatment options, including technologies.
MONDAY MAY, 22 6-7:30 PM LAFAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY. MEETING ROOM (LOWER LEVEL)
775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette, CO 80026
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I am a very particular person when it comes to my hearing. When you have a loss like mine, you seek the best in the field of Audiology. Dr. Julie is determined to work with her patients, strives to find the perfect balance in your hearing world. She’s seen me though my analog hearing aid days, fitted me with the best digital aid and recently fitted me with a new aid in an ear Lori Drake and family. that hadn’t been
Help Flatirons Audiology, Inc. Be Part of the ‘Heart of the Community’
amplified since I was two years old! Dr. Julie is a Rock Star at what she does! This lady and her staff are extra special to my family. I have no doubt you will be beyond satisfied with Dr. Julie’s expertise, professionalism and the attention her staff extends is heartwarming. I have referred friends to this Audiologist and always hear back from them telling me, “THANK YOU” for sending us there! ~ Lori Drake
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On Valentine’s Day, all of us at Flatirons Audiology including our patient, Maria, volunteered at Sister Carmen. Thanks to your donations, we were able to deliver 28 pounds of toiletries! We spent the afternoon unpacking boxes, prepping food items for the food bank and cleaning grocery carts and the playroom. It was such an amazing experience to learn about all that Sister Carmen does for our community that we decided to do this regularly. Join us for our next afternoon of volunteering on May 18th from 1-3 pm. We would love to have you join us and appreciate all your donations.
Sister Carmen Community Center is in need of the following toiletry and baby care products. Please drop off your donations to our office and plan to join us for an afternoon of volunteering May 18th from 1-3 pm: • Shampoo & Conditioner • Dish/Laundry Soap • Toilet Paper • Feminine Hygiene Products • Diapers Size 3 and Up • Pull-Ups, all sizes • Baby Wipes • Baby Food • Baby Formula
Dr. Julie Travels to Maui, Hawaii for the AuDConnex Collaborate 2017 Meeting This past February Dr. Julie traveled to Maui, Hawaii for the AuDConnex Collaborate 2017 meeting. This event is a top educational and networking event in the audiology industry for independent practices. Classes focus on the nuts and bolts of good business practices, opportunities for round table discussions with like-minded businesses and talks from industry experts. Dr. Julie believes professional development strengthens her beliefs that she and her team aren’t just selling hearing aids, they are changing lives with better hearing.
FLATIRONS AUDIOLOGY INC. IS UNDERGOING OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS!
New renovations are coming to Flatirons Audiology, Inc. to enhance your office experience! • A TV streaming The Hearing News Network with up-to-date info on the latest hearing products and offerings available at Flatirons. • The Real Ear - new testing equipment for a precise, personalized fitting, based on the exact acoustic signature of your ears. • A new hearing aid consultation and fitting room.
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New Office Improvements!
• New video otoscope.
Stay tuned! We’ll be hosting a 10TH ANNIVERSARY PATIENT APPRECIATION wine and cheese celebration later this summer for patients to stop by, visit and check out our new office improvements!
