The 20 Best Infant Hearing Loss Doctors Near Me in Seattle, WA

Find the Top Infant Hearing Loss Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 66 doctor with experience in Infant Hearing Loss near Seattle, WA. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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66 providers found
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seth Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist/neurotologist who provides cares for a wide-range of ear problems ranging from hearing loss and chronic ear disease to skull-base tumors. He specializes in cochlear implants, acoustic neuroma, hearing reconstructive surgery, chronic ear disease, and other medical and surgical management of ear problems.Dr. Schwartz enjoys helping people to communicate better through hearing restoration surgery and cochlear implants, which is a large part of what he does as the head of the cochlear implant program at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. He finds it hugely rewarding to be able to play a part in enhancing the quality of patients' lives through this transformative surgery.When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Schwartz enjoys skiing, biking and spending time in the outdoors. Dr. Schwartz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acoustic Neuroma, Infant Hearing Loss, Schwannoma, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Schwartz is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology and American Board Of Otolaryngology, Neurotology. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Zeitler, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist who specializes in otology and neurotology, including cochlear implants, acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) and skull base surgery, middle ear reconstructive surgery, chronic ear disease, disorders of the facial nerve, and medical and surgical management of ear problems.Dr. Zeitler recognizes the importance of establishing a level of trust and respect with each patient. He asks questions to understand their concerns and needs, and explains how he can assist them. As a subspecialist, he finds it immensely rewarding to be able to help patients who have exhausted common treatment options. While cochlear implants are normally reserved for patients who are deaf in both ears, Dr. Zeitler is excited to offer cochlear implantation to patients who are deaf in just one ear, and he enjoys seeing the positive results for these patients.Dr. Zeitler is a member of the American Neurotology Society, Triological Society, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, and serves on the Board of the American Cochlear Implant Alliance. He is a medical advisor to the Acoustic Neuroma Association. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.Away from work, Dr. Zeitler enjoys water skiing, snow skiing, soccer, cycling, traveling and reading. Dr. Zeitler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, and Otitis. Dr. Zeitler is board certified in Neurotology, American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Zeitler is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geoffrey Deschenes, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist.  He treats ear, nose and throat disorders and performs head and neck surgery. He sees patients with a wide variety of issues, including hearing loss; ear infections; tonsillitis; sinusitis; nasal congestion and sleep apnea; salivary gland and thyroid disorders; allergies; and voice disturbances.He sees one of his primary roles as that of an educator, helping each patient understand their condition and treatment options, and, together, making decisions about their care. Through a strong patient-provider partnership, he empowers his patients to take control of their own health.When not practicing medicine, Dr. Deschenes enjoys many outdoor activities including golfing, running, hiking, mountain climbing and skiing. He is also a patron of the arts, enjoying museums and the opera, ballet and symphony. Dr. Deschenes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Salivary Duct Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, and Sinusitis. Dr. Deschenes is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Deschenes is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Swedish Otolaryngology Specialists - Ballard

    1801 Northwest Market Street, Suite 411, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sachin Gupta is the Director of the Swedish Cochlear Implant Program, and Director of the Swedish Acoustic Neuroma Program. Dr. Gupta is a board-certified Neurotologist, who specializes in treatment of disorders of the ear and skull base. His particular interests include minimally invasive endoscopic ear surgery, cochlear implantation, and vestibular schwannoma (“acoustic neuroma”) surgery. Prior to joining Swedish, he had the privilege of serving as the Director of Otology and Neurotology at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, followed by several years as an academic Neurotologist at Oregon & Health Science University. Dr. Gupta takes the time to understand each patient's goals to form an individualized treatment plan. He frequently collaborates with providers from Audiology, Neurosurgery, and Head & Neck Surgery, and actively communicates with referring providers to ensure everyone stays on the same page. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Acoustic Neuroma, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss

    Swedish Otolaryngology Specialists - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 200, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gabriela Sanchez is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Seattle, WA and has been practicing for 15 years. She graduated from Baylor University in 2003 and specializes in ear, nose, and throat. Dr. Sanchez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. Her clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Duct Stones, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, and Tonsil Stones. Dr. Sanchez is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Sanchez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss

    Swedish Otolaryngology Specialists - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 200, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Caring is the foundation for excellence. My role as a physician and surgeon is to place the interest of the patient above all else. Listen carefully to my patients and learn, explain options clearly, deliver expert treatment. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Yang is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Swedish Otolaryngology Specialists - Ballard

    1801 Northwest Market Street, Suite 411, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I am grateful for the opportunity to listen to patients concerns and to find ways to help them achieve their personal goals. Its rewarding to learn from patients as I educate them about their health issues and offer them treatment options tailored to their specific needs. I have completed fellowship training to benefit patients with diseases of the sinus and nasal airway and collaborate with my colleagues in the Department of Neurosurgery to offer minimally invasive endoscopic approaches to lesions of the anterior skullbase. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Septoplasty, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Chan is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Chan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE #915, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Trac Duong practices all aspects of adult and pediatric otolaryngology with a special interest in treating disorders of hearing and balance, as well as infections of the ear and skull base. He has performed operations to improve hearing including BAHA (bone-anchored hearing aid) and cochlear implantation. He also diagnoses and treats patients with dizziness and vertigo, including Meniere’s disease. Dr. Duong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Cholesteatoma, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Duong is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Duong is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE #915, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anh Truong is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Truong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Tinnitus, and DFNB1. Dr. Truong is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Truong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tracy Eriksson, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist who specializes in ear, nose and throat conditions, head and neck surgery (including minimally invasive options), and sleep apnea.In otolaryngology, there are a number of surgeries that are easy to tolerate that can make a big difference in people's lives. Dr. Eriksson enjoys being part of that process, helping her patients breathe and sleep better. Hearing how she has helped to make a positive difference in her patient's lives is why she does what she does.Dr. Eriksson works closely with a sleep team to care for patients with sleep apnea. She refers out to many subspecialties to ensure her patients are treated as a whole and receive the comprehensive care they require.Away from work, Dr. Eriksson enjoys sports (especially soccer) with her husband and three boys. Dr. Eriksson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Tonsil Stones, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Eriksson is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Eriksson is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Cushing is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Cushing is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Cholesteatoma, Infant Hearing Loss, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss

    Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - Totem Lake

    12910 Totem Lake Boulevard Northeast, Suite 301, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I carefully listen to my patient’s symptoms and concerns so that we may together arrive at a personalized treatment plan. Dr. Palaskas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholesteatoma, Infant Hearing Loss, Ruptured Eardrum, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Palaskas is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Palaskas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE #915, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roger S. Zundel, MD, practices general and pediatric otolaryngology, endocrine surgery, head and neck cancer, and otology. He believes listening to his patients is the key to earning their trust. He understands that ensuring a patient feels cared for is as important as his medical expertise. He is an active member of Overlake Hospital's staff and has served on multiple hospital committees. Dr. Zundel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trachoma, Laryngitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Zundel is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Zundel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE #915, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in delivering care tailored for the individual. Dr. Knipe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Trachoma, Perichondritis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Knipe is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Knipe is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE #915, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Villari is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Bellevue, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Villari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Cancer, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Villari is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE, Suite 930, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Eisen is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Eisen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Eisen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    May Y. Huang, M.D., Inc.

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1410, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    May Huang is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Huang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Auditory Processing Disorder, Meniere Disease, Infant Hearing Loss, Mastoiditis, and Myringotomy. Dr. Huang is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    The Polyclinic Madison Center - Otolaryngology

    904 7th Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Farid provides otolaryngology services to children ages 2 and above and adults. She has a special interest in rhinology and completed fellowship training in advanced medical and surgical treatment for sinonasal disorders and diseases. Procedures performed include: • Culture directed therapy • Primary sinus surgery • Revision sinus surgery • Septoplasty • Balloon sinuplasty • Revision sinus surgery • Nasal polypectomy • Inferior turbinate reduction • Cryotherapy “I believe that it is important to treat my patients how I would want my own family members to be treated. I also deliver personalized patient care; taking my individual patient’s needs, preferences, and values into consideration.”. Dr. Farid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, and Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Dr. Farid is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology. Dr. Farid is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    The Polyclinic Madison Center

    904 7th Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    """Effective communication is the foundation upon which comprehensive, effective patient care is based. I listen to my patients to understand their concerns. My goal is to counsel my patients about all the treatment options in order to determine the one that is right for them.""". Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Parathyroid Adenoma, Tinnitus, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Bradley is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Bradley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Infant Hearing Loss
    Otolaryngology

    The Polyclinic Madison Center - Otolaryngology

    904 7th Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in a patients autonomy and choice in selecting the treatment of his/her illness. My role as a physician is to inform and educate the patient regarding treatment options and to provide guidance in their decision making process. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infant Hearing Loss. His clinical expertise encompasses Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Chen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Infant Hearing Loss?

    Hearing loss is not being able to hear sound in one or both ears. Infants may lose all of their hearing or just part of it.

    When should I see an Infant Hearing Loss doctor near Seattle, WA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Infant Hearing Loss doctor near Seattle, WA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Infant Hearing Loss doctors near Seattle, WA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Infant Hearing Loss doctors near Seattle, WA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Infant Hearing Loss doctor near Seattle, WA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Infant Hearing Loss doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infant Hearing Loss doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Infant Hearing Loss doctor near Seattle, WA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Infant Hearing Loss doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Infant Hearing Loss doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Infant Hearing Loss doctors near Seattle, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infant Hearing Loss doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Infant Hearing Loss doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infant Hearing Loss doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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