Dr. Hailey Baldwin McSwain

Dr. Baldwin McSwain began her studies at Southeastern Louisiana University, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders. She went on to receive her her Doctorate of Audiology at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston. Dr. Baldwin McSwain is a mother of two beautiful daughters who she loves to spend her time with. When she's not serving our community, she enjoys spending the day with her family and friends, camping, and going out to eat.

Trouble Hearing?

Our Audiology Department works both independently and in conjunction with our physicians to provide a wide range of hearing services. Dr. Baldwin-McSwain is licensed by the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. We offer diagnostic and rehabilitative services, including:

• Diagnostic hearing evaluations for all ages
• Hearing aid consultations and fittings
• Assistive listening devices
• Hearing aid supplies
• Counseling and fitting for custom hearing protection
• Custom Molded Percussive Shooting EarPlugs for Hunting
• Non-custom and custom swim plugs
• Diagnostic testing for vestibular disorders (inner ear balance disorders)
• Evaluation and treatment for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
  

If we discover that you or a member of your family has a hearing loss, we’ll work together as a team to determine the appropriate treatment, and we’ll be glad to answer any questions you have throughout the process.

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Our Audiology Department provides a comprehensive battery of hearing evaluations and testing services for adults and children. Following is a brief description of some of these services:‍

Audiometry

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This is a comprehensive hearing test. During an audiometric evaluation, the patient is placed in a sound-treated room and is asked to respond to different tones and speech. Adults are tested by using earphones inserted into the ear canals or headphones over the ears. Next a bone oscillator is used to test the response from the inner ear organ, the cochlea, by bypassing the ear canals and ear drums. These test results are complied into a graph called an audiogram. The audiogram displays the patient’s hearing thresholds across a range of frequencies which helps the physician and audiologist diagnose and treat medical conditions. This test determines the type and degree of a patient’s hearing loss. An audiologist combines this information along with additional factors, such as the patient’s lifestyle and speech understanding ability, to make recommendations for hearing aids.

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Impedance Testing

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This test includes a tympanogram, which measures the movement of the eardrum and the pressure in the middle ear. It can also evaluate the contraction of the middle ear muscles (called the acoustic reflex). This test provides audiologist and physicians with information about the movement of the bones in the middle ear (the ossicles) and the function of cranial nerves. Impedance testing is useful in the diagnosis of middle ear disorders that affect both children and adults. These disorders include otitis media (fluid in the ears), perforated eardrums, eustachian tube dysfunction, and otosclerosis (abnormal bone growth that blocks sound waves).

Otoacoustic Emissions Test (OAE)

Otoacoustic emissions are sounds produced by healthy ears in response to acoustic stimulation. The OAE test is a computerized procedure that measures the inner ear’s response to different frequencies. During this test, the tip of a soft probe is inserted into the ear canal. The probe contains a speaker which makes a clicking noise, and a microphone which measures responses that are produced from the inner ear. The resulting OAEs are digitized and processed by specially designed hardware and software.  The OAE test can also detect damage to the outer haircells before hearing loss is evident. However, OAEs only provide information about the activity of the cochlea, and do not assess the status of the auditory pathway, which is tested by the auditory brainstem response (ABR).

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Pediatric Audiological Services

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Hearing Aid Services

At Covington ENT & Allergy Clinic, we understand how vital hearing is to your overall quality of life. Our hearing aid services are designed to provide you with customized solutions that meet your unique hearing needs, whether you’re experiencing mild hearing loss or more significant challenges. Our goal is to help you regain clarity and confidence in your daily interactions.

Personalized Hearing Aid Fittings

We offer a wide range of hearing aid options from top manufacturers, ensuring you have access to the latest technology. Our team will work closely with you to choose a hearing aid that fits comfortably and provides the best hearing experience. We ensure that your hearing aids are fine-tuned to your specific hearing loss and lifestyle needs.

Advanced Hearing Aid Technology

Today’s hearing aids are more advanced than ever, offering features like Bluetooth connectivity, noise reduction, rechargeable batteries, and more. Whether you’re looking for discreet in-the-ear options or powerful behind-the-ear devices, we have solutions that fit your needs. Our audiologists will guide you through the selection process to find the best technology for your lifestyle.

Hearing Aid Maintenance and Repairs

Regular maintenance is essential to keep your hearing aids functioning optimally. We provide cleaning services, battery replacements, and repairs to ensure your devices are always in top condition. If your hearing aids ever need repairs, our clinic offers prompt and reliable service to minimize any disruption to your hearing.

Follow-Up Care and Adjustments

Your hearing needs can change over time, and we’re here to support you throughout your hearing journey. We provide ongoing follow-up care, including adjustments to your hearing aids as needed, to ensure they continue to meet your needs. Our team is always available to answer your questions and make any necessary modifications to enhance your hearing experience.

Tinnitus Management

If you suffer from tinnitus (ringing in the ears), certain hearing aids can help manage and reduce its impact. Our audiologists will work with you to find the right solution to alleviate your symptoms and improve your comfort.

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For more information about each brand of hearing aid we carry, please visit our products page.