Hearing Tests Explained: What to Expect at Forest Hills Audiology

August 12, 2025

Why Hearing Tests Matter

Hearing loss often develops slowly, making it easy to miss. A hearing test is the first step in identifying changes early and protecting your long-term hearing health. At Forest Hills Audiology, we guide patients in Queens through the process so it feels simple and stress-free.

Step 1: Medical & Lifestyle Review

Your audiologist will start with questions about your health, lifestyle, and any challenges you’ve noticed — such as difficulty hearing in crowds or turning up the TV volume. This background helps us understand what might be affecting your hearing.

Step 2: Ear Examination

We check for common issues like wax buildup or infections using an otoscope. Sometimes the solution is as simple as cleaning the ear canal — but if it’s more complex, this step ensures we know the cause.

Step 3: Audiometric Testing

During the hearing test, you’ll wear headphones and listen to a series of tones at different pitches and volumes. You’ll also repeat words or sentences to measure clarity. The results create your audiogram, a visual chart of your hearing levels.

Step 4: Results & Recommendations

We explain your audiogram in plain language and discuss next steps — whether it’s monitoring, medical referral, or exploring hearing aid options. Our goal is always clarity, not confusion.

Book Your Hearing Test in Queens

Don’t wait until conversations feel like a struggle. Schedule your hearing test at Forest Hills Audiology and take control of your hearing health today.