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Who treats hearing loss?

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Audiologists are professionals with a master's degree, Au.D. or Ph.D. in audiology, the study of hearing. They specialize in testing, evaluating and treating hearing loss. An audiologist may also fit hearing instruments.
Hearing Aid Dispensers are trained in fitting and dispensing hearing aids. Hearing aid specialists are often state-licensed and board-certified to test for hearing loss and to fit consumers for hearing aids.
Otolaryngologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, throat, head and neck disorders.
Otologists treat disorders of the ear and its related systems.
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialists can determine if there's a medical condition causing the hearing loss, or whether medical treatment, such as surgery, could be helpful.