Experience the Gold Standard of Hearing Care with a Certified HearingUp Provider
Kara Linard, Au.D., CCC/A
Dr. Kara Linard is a dedicated audiologist who is committed to improving lives through comprehensive, evidence-based hearing care. After earning her clinical doctorate from Indiana University and gaining extensive experience in ENT settings, she joined the practice due to its dedication to following audiology best practices. She specializes in thorough diagnostic evaluations and finding tailored solutions for complex hearing losses, ensuring that every patient receives a gold-standard level of care.
A strong advocate for the HearingUp Network philosophy, Dr. Linard prioritizes clinical best practices such as Real Ear Measurements (REM) and comprehensive diagnostic testing to ensure her patients achieve the best possible outcomes, as is the standard of care at the Hearing Health Center of Houston. She takes the time to build meaningful relationships and understand each individual's unique communication needs. By staying current with the latest technological advancements, she provides personalized treatment plans that help her patients rediscover the joy of sound with confidence.
What are Best Practices?
Following the "Gold Standard" guidelines highlighted by Dr. Cliff Olson, our clinical process includes:
- Real Ear Measurement (REM): We use specialized equipment to verify that your hearing aids are programmed precisely for your unique ear canal anatomy.
- Comprehensive Diagnostics: Beyond a simple hearing test, we evaluate your speech understanding in noise to customize your treatment plan.
- Validated Outcome Measures: We use scientific surveys and testing to prove that your devices are providing the real-world benefit you deserve.
When you choose a HearingUp provider, you are choosing a provider dedicated to the highest standard of care in the industry.