Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Hearing Care Partner in Nova Scotia
Provincial Hearing has been dedicated to transforming lives through personalized hearing care in Nova Scotia for over 50 years. Founded on principles of family-centered support and community commitment, we prioritize individualized solutions tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our team of board-certified specialists brings decades of combined experience, leveraging advanced technology and evidence-based practices to address hearing loss, tinnitus, and earwax management. As an independently owned clinic, we maintain partnerships with all major hearing aid manufacturers, ensuring unbiased recommendations focused solely on patient outcomes.Our reputation for integrity, transparency, and compassionate care has earned us the trust of thousands of families and medical professionals across the region. We emphasize preventive education and lifelong hearing health, offering comprehensive assessments, cutting-edge devices, and ongoing support to restore confidence in communication. With locations in Bridgewater, Truro, and Kentville, we remain deeply rooted in Nova Scotia's communities, driven by a mission to reconnect individuals with the sounds that matter most.
Services
Hearing Assessments
Hearing Aid Technology
Earwax Removal
Hearing Aid Repairs
Tinnitus Treatment
Custom Hearing Protection
Hearing Accessories
Physician Collaboration
Community Education
Remote Support Services
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Family-centered care addressing intergenerational hearing impacts
- Access to all major hearing aid manufacturers for unbiased recommendations
- 50+ years of localized expertise in Nova Scotia's communities
- Board-certified specialists with international industry leadership
- Comprehensive aftercare and loaner device program during repairs
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist (BC-HIS)
- International Hearing Society
What people say
Life-changing results
Friendly staff
Personalized care
Expert knowledge
Community focus
Services
Hearing Assessments
Our comprehensive hearing evaluations use advanced diagnostic tools to identify hearing loss severity and type. Conducted by certified specialists, these assessments include otoscopic exams, audiometric testing, and personalized consultations. Results are explained clearly with tailored recommendations for treatment or monitoring, ensuring patients understand their hearing health status and available options.
Hearing Aid Technology
We offer access to all major manufacturers' hearing aid models, including behind-the-ear, in-the-ear, and invisible styles. Our specialists guide patients through device selection based on lifestyle needs, dexterity considerations, and budget parameters. This includes fitting, programming, and ongoing adjustments to optimize performance in various listening environments.
Earwax Removal
Our clinic provides safe, professional earwax removal using video otoscopy and gentle suction techniques. This service addresses impacted cerumen causing hearing impairment or discomfort, performed by trained specialists who minimize risks associated with home removal methods while preserving ear health.
Tinnitus Treatment
We develop customized tinnitus management plans combining sound therapy, counseling, and hearing aid integration. Our approach addresses both the auditory and psychological impacts of chronic tinnitus through evidence-based interventions tailored to individual symptom severity and lifestyle requirements.
Hearing Aid Repairs
Our specialists diagnose and repair all hearing aid brands using manufacturer-certified tools and components. Services include wax guard replacement, moisture damage restoration, and electronic component repairs, with loaner devices available during service periods to maintain patient communication capabilities.
People
Annette Cross
President/CEO
Board-certified hearing instrument specialist with 34 years of leadership at Provincial Hearing. Serves as Canadian Governor for Hearing Instrument Sciences on the International Board. Prioritizes personalized care and community engagement in hearing healthcare delivery.
Brenda Colp
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Certified specialist with extensive experience in hearing aid fittings and patient consultations. Focuses on building long-term patient relationships through compassionate care and technical expertise in auditory solutions.
Meleeza Denny
Hearing Instrument Specialist
Dedicated to improving patient quality of life through comprehensive hearing assessments and tailored technology recommendations. Combines technical knowledge with empathetic communication to address individual hearing challenges effectively.
Questions
How often should adults get hearing tests?
Annual hearing assessments are recommended for adults over 50 or those experiencing communication difficulties. Regular testing helps detect gradual hearing loss early for better treatment outcomes.
What hearing aid styles are available?
We offer behind-the-ear, receiver-in-canal, in-the-ear, and completely-in-canal styles from all major manufacturers to suit different hearing needs and cosmetic preferences.
Do you provide tinnitus treatment options?
Yes, our clinic offers comprehensive tinnitus management including sound therapy devices, counseling, and hearing aid integration tailored to individual symptom severity and lifestyle needs.
Can you repair all hearing aid brands?
Our specialists repair all major hearing aid brands using manufacturer-certified tools and components, with in-office repairs typically completed while-you-wait.
Is earwax removal covered by insurance?
While basic earwax removal isn't typically insurance-covered, we offer competitively priced services with clear explanations of benefits and alternative funding options when available.