Have you heard? There is a new hearing center in Alexandria. John Christopherson examines the inside of a patient’s ear at Legacy Hearing Centers in Alexandria. Contributed photo Legacy Hearing Centers, located at 507 North Nokomis, opened its doors last month and is now taking appointments. The new hearing center is owned and operated by husband/wife team John and Gina Christopherson. A visit to Legacy Hearing Centers will start with a conversation and a thorough exam. “We t

Answers by Kristen Dargay, Au.D., CCC-A, clinical audiologist Question: What is the best way to communicate with someone who is hearing impaired? Communication with a person who has hearing loss can be challenging for both parties. Even when hearing aids are used, proper communication strategies are essential for maximizing the experience. When speaking with a person with a hearing loss, try following these tips: Kristen Dargay, Au.D., CCC-A, clinical audiologist, at Janning

Answers provided by Kristen Dargay, Au.D., of Janning ENT of Willmar Kristen Dargay, Au.D, Janning ENT. Contributed photo What does your health reveal about your hearing? Hearing loss usually develops over time, making it difficult to notice in many cases. People often deal with impaired hearing for years before receiving the treatment they need. The average patient, in fact, waits seven years before seeking help. Untreated hearing loss is related to a number of potentially s

Answers by Andrea Speckmier, Hearing Instrument Specialist, at HearLife of Minnesota, Alexandria location What is a Lyric listening device? Lyric (Leer-ik) is the smallest listening device on the market. It is 100 percent invisible and worn inside the ear. Lyric is virtually hands free with no batteries to change, no daily maintenance, and no parts to replace. Lyric can be worn 24 hours a day for month(s) at a time*. And Lyric can be worn during all daily activities including

HearLife of MN has been improving patients’ lives through better hearing for more than 10 years in the Alexandria area. The Hearlife team includes Dr. Tara Brink, Andrea Speckmier, Stacy Wicklund and Angie Yanda. Each plays an important role in making the customer experience a succesful one. HearLife of MN has a long list of happy patients over the last 10 years. Two of those patients are Dean Paulson, of Glenwood, and Fraye Ranstrom, of Alexandria. Both have seen their lives