Did you know that hearing loss is the third most chronic condition affecting the health of the older, adult population? And that’s not all: Recent research emphasizes the effects of hearing loss on a variety of other health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression and anxiety, chronic kidney disease, increased falls and balance difficulties, as well as cognitive decline and dementia.

Dr. Justin Elder, President of Cape Medical Group, had a vision to create a full-service ENT and audiology program that gives residents of southern Delaware a comprehensive hearing healthcare environment. Through dedication and hard work, his vision has come to fruition. The audiology team at Cape Medical Group works to provide the most advanced treatments for patients of all ages through comprehensive audiological evaluations, bone-anchored hearing device evaluations, hearing aid evaluations, as well as fittings and tinnitus management and surgical procedures.

Cape Medical Group is the only practice in the area with two full-time audiologists who work in conjunction with an otolaryngologist (ENT specialist).

Leading the department is Dr. Jean Davison, Director of Audiology. She has been practicing for 35 years, predominantly in Sussex County. She has worked with several ENT physicians and private practices, while also having established the audiology programs at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and Beebe healthcare. She enjoys working in an ENT environment, so her patients get access to the most advanced options while being treated for hearing disorders.