Audiology
Tucson's Premier Audiologist for Hearing Aids, Hearing Protection, and Evaluations
Hearing plays an essential role in communication, relationships, work, and overall quality of life. Hearing loss can affect people of all ages and often develops gradually, making it difficult to recognize. It can make it more challenging to connect with family and friends, communicate at work, and participate in the activities you enjoy. Southern Arizona ENT has decades of experience serving the Tucson and Southern Arizona communities. Building on that legacy, our audiology department provides comprehensive hearing evaluations, evidence-based treatment recommendations, and personalized hearing solutions tailored to each patient’s unique communication needs, lifestyle, and goals.
Meet Our Doctor of Audiology
Karla Navarro, Au.D. is a Doctor of Audiology dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered hearing care. She believes the best hearing solutions begin with understanding each patient’s communication needs, lifestyle, and listening goals to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Dr. Navarro provides comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluations, hearing aid evaluations and fittings, and individualized hearing rehabilitation for adults. She is passionate about patient education and empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their hearing health. Working closely with the ENT physician and nurse practitioner at Southern Arizona ENT, she provides coordinated care to ensure patients receive comprehensive evaluation and treatment when medical management is needed.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Navarro is committed to helping every patient feel heard, informed, and supported throughout their hearing healthcare journey while delivering high-quality care tailored to each individual’s needs.
Our Services
Comprehensive Hearing Evaluations
Hearing Aid Consultations & Fittings
Hearing Aid Maintenance
Programming, troubleshooting, cleanings, adjustments, and repairs to help you continue hearing your best.
Custom Hearing Protection
Custom hearing protection for musicians, hunters, industrial workers, and recreational noise exposure.
Common Hearing Concerns
Hearing concerns can have many causes and often develop gradually. Our team provides comprehensive evaluations to help identify the cause of your symptoms and recommend the most appropriate next steps.
Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Exposure to loud noise at work or during recreational activities can permanently damage hearing. Early evaluation and appropriate hearing protection can help preserve hearing.
Hearing Loss
Hearing loss can develop gradually or suddenly and may affect communication, work, and quality of life. A comprehensive hearing evaluation helps identify the type and degree of hearing loss and guides personalized treatment recommendations.
Tinnitus
Tinnitus is the perception of ringing, buzzing, or other sounds in the ears. Given that tinnitus often occurs alongside hearing loss, a comprehensive evaluation can help identify potential causes and determine appropriate next steps.
Earwax Impaction
Excessive earwax can contribute to hearing loss, ear fullness, tinnitus, or discomfort. When appropriate, it can be safely removed in the office.
Balance & Dizziness
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