Hearing Services in Clermont's Lakefront Community

Living in Clermont means enjoying everything our lakefront community has to offer—from morning walks around Lake Minneola to concerts at Waterfront Park, neighborhood cookouts, and weekends on the water. But when you're struggling to hear, those moments you love can become frustrating. At Citrus Hearing Clinic, we're right here in downtown Clermont, helping our neighbors hear better so they can get back to enjoying life.

When Hearing Becomes Harder

If you've been around Clermont for any length of time, you know how active our community is. That's exactly why hearing well matters so much. You want to catch up with friends at a lakeside restaurant, hear your grandkids at family gatherings, or follow the conversation during a boat ride without constantly asking "what?"

Many people first notice hearing changes in specific situations—struggling to hear over background noise at busy restaurants, missing parts of conversations when there's wind on the water, or finding yourself exhausted after social events because listening takes so much effort.

Age-related hearing loss affects about one in three Americans over 65, and nearly half of those over 75. For active folks who want to keep boating, fishing, volunteering, and staying connected with neighbors, getting help early makes a real difference.

What Happens When You Wait

Hearing loss doesn't just make sounds quieter—it changes how you interact with the world. Around here, so much of life happens outdoors and in groups. When communication gets harder, it's tempting to skip the community events, turn down dinner invitations, or bow out of activities you used to love.

Research shows untreated hearing loss is linked to increased risk of depression, anxiety, and even cognitive decline. Social connections matter for your overall health, not just your happiness.

There's also the safety piece. Living near the water means you need to hear approaching boats, weather alerts, and emergency signals. And let's be honest—hobbies like bird watching at Lake Louisa State Park or fishing trips with friends lose something when you can't hear clearly.

How We Evaluate Your Hearing

A proper hearing evaluation takes about 60-90 minutes. We start by talking about what you're noticing, where you struggle most, and what activities matter to you. Are you having trouble at church? At the golf course? During family dinners?

From there, we run a series of tests: pure tone audiometry measures your hearing across different frequencies, speech testing shows how well you understand words (not just hear them), and tympanometry checks your middle ear function. Depending on what we find, we might do additional testing.

We use Real Ear Measurement technology—basically, we measure exactly how sound is being delivered in your specific ear canal. It ensures we're getting accurate results and that any treatment recommendations are based on your actual hearing, not just averages.

Finding the Right Hearing Aids

Modern hearing aids work remarkably well in all the environments we experience around Clermont. We carry devices from seven manufacturers—Phonak, Widex, Signia, Oticon, Starkey, ReSound, and Unitron—so we can match the right technology to your needs and lifestyle.

Features that matter for folks around here: water-resistant designs hold up to lake spray and Florida humidity, rechargeable batteries mean no more fumbling with those tiny disposables, and Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream phone calls and music directly.

Advanced noise reduction helps you focus on conversations even in noisy places, and today's hearing aids automatically adjust as you move from a quiet morning walk to a crowded event—no fiddling with settings.

Getting the Fit Right

At Citrus Hearing Clinic, we use Real Ear Measurement during every fitting. It's the only way to verify your hearing aids are providing the right amplification for your specific hearing loss. Studies show only 20-30% of providers use this regularly, even though it's considered best practice. We believe it's essential, which is why we do it every time.

Beyond Hearing Aids

We also provide services for active lifestyles around the lakes. Professional earwax removal keeps your ears healthy in our humid climate. Custom earmolds work as swim plugs for water activities or protect your hearing during loud events.

If you're dealing with balance or dizziness issues—especially concerning if you enjoy boating or paddle boarding—we offer comprehensive vestibular testing.

We're also among the first clinics in the U.S. selected to offer Lenire, an innovative treatment for tinnitus. If you have persistent ringing or buzzing in your ears, we can talk about whether it might help.

Why We Do This

Our founder, Dr. Laura Bradley Pratesi, is part of the HearingUp network—a select group of audiologists personally evaluated by Dr. Cliff Olson to ensure they follow comprehensive best practice procedures. Dr. Pratesi served as President of the Audiology Practice Standards Organization in 2024. Both Dr. Pratesi and Dr. Teresa J. Parsons wear hearing aids themselves, so they understand what you're going through from personal experience, not just clinical training.

We're an independent, family-owned practice with no manufacturer ties, which means we recommend what's actually best for you—not what someone tells us to sell.

Come See Us

We're located in downtown Clermont at 835 7th Street, Suite 2. Open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Call 352-989-5123 to schedule a comprehensive hearing evaluation. With over 300 five-star reviews and the trust of more than 700 referring physicians, we're here to provide exceptional hearing care for our Clermont neighbors.

Don't let hearing difficulties keep you from enjoying everything Clermont has to offer.