Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Audiologists in Walnut Creek, CA
Better Hearing Center has been serving the Bay Area since 1975, providing patient-centered audiology care focused on enhancing quality of life through advanced hearing technology. As an independently owned practice, we collaborate with all major hearing aid manufacturers to offer personalized solutions tailored to individual needs, lifestyles, and budgets. Our team of licensed audiologists delivers comprehensive services, including hearing evaluations, tinnitus treatment, custom hearing protection, and cutting-edge devices like the Phonak Lyric.With over four decades of experience, we prioritize ongoing customer support, ensuring every patient receives the latest innovations and expertise. Our commitment to research and development has positioned us as pioneers in digital hearing aid technology since the 1990s, and we continue to lead in training providers globally. We emphasize transparency, ethical practices, and accessibility, offering financing options and flexible appointment scheduling to meet diverse patient needs.
Services
Hearing Aids
Hearing Tests
Tinnitus Treatment
Earwax Management
Custom Hearing Protection
Captioned Phones
Hearing Aid Repairs
Aural Rehabilitation
Child Hearing Treatment
Musician Monitors
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in audiological care.
- Our team works with all major hearing aid manufacturers for comprehensive options.
- We offer personalized care plans tailored to individual lifestyles and budgets.
- Our audiologists provide comprehensive evaluations and FDA-approved treatments.
- We pioneered early adoption of digital hearing aid technology in the 1990s.
Associations and certifications
- AudigyCertified
What people say
Outstanding customer service
Super knowledgeable
Life-changing hearing aids
Compassionate approach
Expert repairs
Services
Hearing Aids
We offer a full range of hearing aids, including Phonak Lyric, ReSound, and Oticon models. Our audiologists fit devices tailored to individual needs, from entry-level to premium technologies. Patients receive ongoing support to ensure optimal performance and satisfaction.
Hearing Tests
Our licensed audiologists conduct comprehensive hearing assessments to diagnose hearing loss and determine treatment plans. Services include pure-tone testing, speech assessments, and middle-ear evaluations to map hearing profiles accurately.
Tinnitus Treatment
We provide evidence-based treatments for tinnitus, including Neuromonics and sound therapy. Our approach combines counseling and technology to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life for patients with chronic ringing or buzzing in the ears.
Custom Hearing Protection
Custom-molded earplugs are designed for musicians, hunters, and industrial workers to prevent noise-induced hearing loss. These devices offer secure fit and natural sound clarity while reducing harmful decibel exposure in loud environments.
Hearing Aid Repairs
We diagnose and repair hearing aids, including wax filter replacements and shell repairs. Warranty-covered devices receive priority service, while older models are evaluated for cost-effective fixes or upgrade recommendations.
People
Mark Sanford
President
With over 30 years of experience, Mark Sanford specializes in hearing aid fittings and training audiologists globally. He leads Better Hearing Center's research initiatives and ensures adherence to the highest standards of patient care.
Tamara Anderson
Audiologist
Tamara specializes in Lyric hearing aid fittings and has over 15 years of experience in audiological care. She focuses on personalized treatment plans and patient education to optimize hearing outcomes.
Jane Warford
Audiologist
Jane provides expert hearing aid consultations and repairs, with a focus on patient satisfaction. She has worked at Better Hearing Center for over a decade, earning praise for her compassionate approach.
Questions
What hearing aid brands do you offer?
We work with all major manufacturers, including Phonak, ReSound, Oticon, and Signia, to provide diverse options tailored to your needs.
Do you provide financing options?
Yes, we offer financing plans to make hearing solutions more accessible and affordable for all patients.
Can you repair hearing aids purchased elsewhere?
Yes, we service and repair devices from any provider, including warranty-covered and older models.
What tinnitus treatments are available?
We offer Neuromonics, sound therapy, and hearing aids with tinnitus masking features for effective symptom management.
Are custom hearing protection devices available?
Yes, we create custom earplugs for musicians, hunters, and industrial workers to prevent noise-induced hearing loss.
Do you accept insurance?
We assist with insurance claims and offer flexible payment options to ensure access to quality care.
