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UCSF Hearing Aid Finder

This is a short pre-visit worksheet. It helps you name your hardest listening moments and preferences, then creates a copyable summary you can bring to your audiology visit.

Educational only. This tool does not determine candidacy and does not recommend a specific device or model. Your audiologist will match options to your hearing test, ear anatomy, and goals.
Helpful context: If you haven’t yet, skim Devices & Hearing Aids: Start Here (60 seconds).

Tell us about your listening life

No-JS friendly: if scripts are blocked, all questions stay visible and you can still print or fill this out manually.

Question 1: Where do you struggle most?

Choose the option that best matches your day-to-day life.

Question 2: What are your top 2 “hard moments”?

These two examples are often enough to guide a good plan.

Question 3: How important is phone / TV audio?

Calls and streaming can be helpful, but details vary by phone model, operating system, and hearing-aid model/level.

Question 4: Battery preference

Rechargeable and disposable options both exist. Availability can depend on style and model.

Question 5: Physical handling / comfort

Your audiologist can help match options to ear anatomy and dexterity.

Question 6: One must-have + one deal-breaker

This helps your care team focus quickly.

Jump to your summary (helpful for print or if you prefer to scroll).

Tip: You can type directly into the summary box on the right, even without using the step buttons.

Quick prep tip: If calls/streaming matters, bring your phone model and operating system version. Compatibility can vary.

Educational content only. This page does not provide medical diagnosis. Your care team will tailor recommendations to your hearing tests and goals.