Stephanie Martin, APRN, NP-C

Stephanie grew up in Grayson, GA, and now resides in Monticello, GA with her family. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in nursing from GCSU and later obtained her Family Nurse Practitioner degree from University of North Georgia in 2017. She has worked as an NP in various specialties and has a particular interest in otolaryngology….
What Is Musical Ear?

Hearing music in your ear that you can’t attribute to an external source may be a little alarming at first. Learning about the potential reasons you may be experiencing this phenomenon is a great way to alleviate your stress. Musical ear is one such reason why you may hear musical sounds, harmonics, melodies or rhythms…
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Audrey Cabe
Audrey grew up in Jonesboro, GA and later completed her Masters in Physician Assistant at MCG, now known as Augusta University. She has worked as a surgical PA since 2013 and recently joined the ENT Center in 2023. Her interests include travel, books, movies, and volunteering at her church; however, her favorite pastimes are the ones spent with…
Tips for Avoiding Hearing Loss this Spring
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “An estimated 12.5% of children and adolescents aged 6–19 years (approximately 5.2 million) and 17% of adults aged 20–69 years (approximately 26 million) have suffered permanent damage to their hearing from excessive exposure to noise.” During the spring months, you may be especially subjected to…
Here’s How You Can Protect Your Hearing While Doing Yardwork
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “An estimated 12.5% of children and adolescents aged 6–19 years (approximately 5.2 million) and 17% of adults aged 20–69 years (approximately 26 million) have suffered permanent damage to their hearing from excessive exposure to noise.” Some of this exposure to noise may even be from power…
Ways to Prepare Your Toddler for a Hearing Test

While we often associate hearing loss with old age, it’s a condition that can affect people of all ages, including children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that while they don’t know the exact number, “data have shown that approximately 1 to 3 per 1,000 children has hearing loss.” If you’ve noticed that…
Daycare and Children With Severe Hearing Loss

As a working parent, you want to make sure to find the best daycare available for your child. If they have severe hearing loss, you likely have extra concerns about whether or not their needs will be adequately met. What the Law Says About Providing Daycare for Children With Hearing Loss The Americans with Disabilities…
What To Expect During Your Newborn’s Hearing Test

Most infants, especially those born in a hospital or birthing center, receive a hearing test before you take them home. If you have a home birth, it’s recommended that you schedule with a hospital or clinic in your area after they are born. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 97.7% of…
Thomas W. Holmes, M.D.

A native of Macon, Georgia, Dr. Thomas Holmes earned his bachelor’s degree from Mercer University. He attended medical school at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, where he also completed his residency. He returned to Macon and joined The ENT Center in 2022. He is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology…