Comprehensive Resources for Improving Your Hearing Health

Sources

  • National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) “Age-Related Hearing Loss (Presbycusis)* nidod.nih.gov/health/age-related-hearing-loss
    Better Hearing Institute “Survey Finds Hearing Loss Patients Are Most Likely to Take Action on Treatment If Their Physician Recommends It.” betterhearing.org/news/survey-finds-hearing-loss-patients-are-most-likely-to-take-action-on-treatment-if-their-physician-recommends-it
  • National Center for Biotechnology Information Comparative implementation-effectiveness of three strategies to perform hearing screening among older adults in primary care clinics: study design and protocol ncbi.nim.nh.gov/pmc/articles/PMC72167202
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Diabetes and Hearing Loss” cdc.gov/dinbetes/managing/dinbetes-hearng-loss.html
    National Center for Biotechnology Information “Association of Cardiovascular Comorbidities With Hearing Loss in the Older Old” pebi.nim.nih.gov/pme/articles/PMC6145783/
  • Johns Hopkins Medicine “The Hidden Risks of Hearing Loss” hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-hidden-risks-of-hearing-loss
  • American Family Physician (AFP) “The Geriatric Patient: A Systematic Approach to Maintaining Health’ aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2000/0215/p1089.html#/sensory-perception
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Our Provider

John Paul Schaeffer, HIS

Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist | Veteran | Medical Professional

John Paul Schaeffer is a dedicated Hearing Instrument Specialist and veteran with a diverse background in emergency medicine, military service, and healthcare. His career has focused on improving patient care through a combination of medical expertise and advanced hearing healthcare.
 
John’s journey began at 14 as a volunteer firefighter, and by 16, he was an EMT with the Virginia Beach Rescue Squad. At 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving with the 2nd Marine Division and providing battlefield medicine during two tours in Iraq. He balanced this with earning an associate degree and later worked in emergency medicine and medical transport.
 
Transitioning into hearing healthcare, John managed Miracle-Ear clinics across Virginia and the Carolinas before co-founding a private clinic. His commitment to patient care and innovative approaches led to the growth of community outreach programs and mobile clinics for underserved populations.
 
Currently with Revolution Hearing, John continues to provide personalized hearing solutions, dedicated to improving the lives of his patients.
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Our Provider

Megan Zablan, HIS

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Megan has spent the past 25 years in Virginia Beach, where she developed her passion for the hearing aid industry, inspired by her mother, a dedicated hearing aid specialist. With 10 years of experience, Megan is committed to providing personalized care and building strong, lasting relationships with each client. She takes the time to understand their unique hearing needs and deliver the highest level of service. Outside of work, Megan enjoys spending time with her two dogs, Chewie and Adobo, playing board games, and staying active with pickleball. Her mission is simple: to help people hear better and improve their quality of life. Megan is dedicated to making sure every client receives the best possible care on their hearing journey.