Dr. Nilsson completed her doctoral training in Audiology in 2004 at the Arizona School of Health Sciences in Mesa, AZ. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology/Audiology in 1994 and a Master's degree in Audiology in 1996, both from Western Washington University in Bellingham, WA.  She received her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) in 1997 from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, which is the national certification standard for Audiologists.  She is a member of the Academy of Dispensing Audiologists and is a Washington State Licensed Audiologist.

Dr. Nilsson is also currently serving her second year of a three year term as President of the Washington Society of Audiology

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How Does Hearing Loss Affect You?

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Providing Quality Hearing Healthcare with Honesty and Integrity for Infants, Children, Adults and Seniors

Hearing Care From the Heart

Experienced Audiologist, Dr. Joy Nilsson, has expertise in the latest digital hearing aid technology available with over thirteen years of clinical experience fitting even the most challenging cases. She performs thorough diagnostic testing for all ages and assesses the complete communication needs of each individual patient. Dr. Nilsson's caring approach with her patients allows her to assist them in working through some of the sensitive struggles of living with hearing loss. Dr. Nilsson would consider it a privilege to work with you or your family member.

Professional Service Excellence

• Complete Hearing Evaluations for all Populations
• Hearing Aid Fittings with a Higher Standard of Care
• Serving Federal, State and Self-Insured Hearing Loss Claims
• Medical Insurance Billing For Diagnostic and Hearing Aid Services
• Providing the Latest Digital Hearing Aid Technology Available from Many Reputable Manufacturers
  

Common Questions About Hearing and Hearing Loss
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I hear some voices very well, but struggle with others. Does that mean that I need hearing aids?  answer

Once I lose my hearing, can it ever be normal again or restored to normal with hearing aids? answer

I have been told by some of my friends and former coworkers that if I worked around noise, I can file a hearing loss claim for help with hearing aids.  Is that possible? answer

I hear so many people talk about "digital" hearing aids.  Some people really like them and some don't.  What are the differences between digital and analog hearing aid technology? answer

My husband needs hearing aids, but he doesn't think he has a problem. How can I help motivate him? The television is too loud and driving me out of the house! answer

How do loud sounds damage hearing? answer

I wear hearing aids, but sometimes in church or in movie theaters the sound is just too loud.  That really bothers me.  Why is that?  answer

How often does a person need to replace their hearing aids? answer