Appalachian Audiology PLLC
  • Hearing Aids
    • 5 Steps to Better Hearing
    • General Information
    • Features
    • 2018 Advances
    • Oticon Opn Hearing Aid
    • Siemens Carat Primax Hearing Aid
    • Phonak Audeo Venture Hearing Aid
    • Hearing Aid Mode on an iPhone
    • How to choose the right device
    • Do they restore hearing?
    • Invisible Hearing Aids
      • Siemens Insio
      • Phonak Virto B-Titanium
    • Cost
    • How to pay for hearing aids
    • Why so expensive?
    • Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids
    • Do they really work?
    • When do hearing aids become obsolete?
    • Trial Period
    • Smartphone Hearing Apps
    • Big Box Store & Internet Hearing Aids
    • Maintenance & Repair
  • Technology
    • Features
    • Smartphone Compatible Hearing Aids
    • Hearing Aid Mode on an iPhone
    • Oticon Opn Hearing Aid
    • Siemens Carat Primax Hearing Aid
    • Phonak Audeo Venture Hearing Aid
    • Invisible Hearing Aids
    • Apps for Hearing Aids
    • Waterproof Hearing Aids
      • Water-Resistant Hearing Aids
    • Wireless Remotes and Accessories
      • Siemens easyTek
      • Phonak ComPilot II
      • Oticon StreamerPro
    • When do hearing aids become obsolete?
    • Widex Tinnitus Aid
  • Tinnitus
    • What is tinnitus?
    • What causes tinnitus?
    • How is tinnitus treated?
    • Is there a cure for tinnitus?
    • Hearing Aids & Tinnitus
    • What if sounds seem too loud?
    • Apps that Help with Tinnitus
  • Hearing Tests
    • 5 Steps to Better Hearing
    • Types of Hearing Loss
    • Screening vs. Test
    • Hearing Tests for Adults
    • Hearing Tests for Children
    • Hearing Tests for Seniors
    • ABR Testing
    • Auditory Processing Evaluations
  • Hear in Noise
    • Understanding Speech in Noisy Places
    • 3 Signs of Hearing in Noise Difficulty
    • Symptoms of Hearing in Noise Problems
    • Solutions for Understanding Speech in Noisy Places
  • The Team
    • Jan Dungan, Au.D, CCC-A
    • Deanne Lucas, M.A., CCC-SLP
    • Office Staff
    • The Bridge to Better Hearing Program for Affordable Hearing Aids
    • Contact Us
    • Blog
    • E-Newsletter Archives
    • Access for Individuals with Limited English Proficiency
  • 5 Steps to Better Hearing

  • Hearing Aids 101

  • Hearing Aid Features

  • Benefits of Hearing Aids

  • Advances in 2018 Hearing Aids

  • 7 Considerations Before You Buy Hearing Aids

  • Hearing Aid Costs

  • How to Pay for Hearing Aids

  • Trial Period

  • Bluetooth (Wireless) Accessories for Hearing Aids

  • Hearing Aid Maintenance and Repair

  • Smartphone Hearing Apps

  • Oticon Opn Hearing Aid

  • "Invisible" Hearing Aids
Follow up service for the life of the hearing aid is included in the purchase price of all hearing instruments purchased through Appalachian Audiology!

We dispense and repair all major hearing aid brands including Phonak, Siemens, Oticon, Widex, and Resound.

Learn more about hearing aid service and repair available from Appalachian Audiology.
“Hear everything and judge for yourself.”
- George Eliiot

Appalachian Audiology's Green Initiatives


Appalachian Audiology's Green Initiatives
At Appalachian Audiology, we value healthier environments for everyone. We have an internal commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. We consider sustainability in every aspect of our business and are always looking for initiatives to help protect and minimize the impact of our operations on the environment.

Indoor Air Pollution

  • We use an extra indoor air purifier to remove all the mold spores, pollen, tobacco smoke, and pet dander that patients and staff may inadvertently bring in with them from outside.
  • We change the air filters in our air system every three months, using the best air filter available.
  • We support weekly green janitorial services, using all natural and biodegradable cleaning products.
  • We work in a smoke-free office and have live plants that absorb indoor air pollution and increase the flow of oxygen.

Recycling, Re-using, and Waste Reduction

  • We use multi-function devices when possible (think printer, scanner, copier all-in-one) and limit our use of color print cartridges.
  • We recycle used coffee grounds, coffee filters, and shredded paper- available for staff to take home for garden compost. Other recyclables include non-confidential paper, plastic, cardboard, pharmaceutical packaging, and aluminum cans.
  • Filtered water is used throughout the office, replacing plastic bottle waste.
  • We adjust the office temperature at the end of business hours. Our air conditioner and duct system is checked regularly for leaks, faulty filters, coils, compressor fans, and drains.
  • Box Tops for Education is a nationwide fundraising program dedicated to helping schools get the things they need- everything from computers to playground equipment. When we make necessary office purchases from companies like Avery, Brita, Heft, Kleenex, and Boise, we collect the box top logo and submit this to a local school.
  • Ceramic coffee and tea cups are used instead of Styrofoam cups. Ceramic plates and silverware are used instead of disposable eatery.
  • We have a heat controlled light window film on our glass front door to reduce energy needs of cooling the waiting room.

Energy Conservation

  • Switching from incandescent to compact fluorescent light bulbs uses less energy, saving up to $200 for every five bulbs replaced, according to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Lighting expenses make up as much as 50% of the average commercial building's energy bill. Turning off lights when not in use and switching to lower-wattage bulbs can make a difference.
  • Resealed the windows and re-caulked the pre-cast exterior wall joints to reduce drafts and load on HVAC systems, which conserves energy.
  • We purchase Energy Star appliances for the business, including hand-dryers in our bathrooms, which use less energy and cause less deforestation, long-term compared to paper towels.



 

 

 

 

 

 

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130 Mabry Hood Road, Suite 103   |   Knoxville, TN 37922   |   tel: (865) 357-2334   |   fax: (865) 357-2416   

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