Since 1980, Hearing Associates has been helping people with concerns about their hearing and balance. The Doctors of Audiology at Hearing Associates are educated, trained, and experienced to investigate, diagnose, and treat: Ringing of the ears Problems hearing in background noise Hearing but not understanding Sensitivity to loud sounds Momentary dizziness when getting up Frequent incapacitating room spinning Remember, hearing loss and balance issues are first and foremost symptoms.