A Doctor of Audiology at every visit
Dr. Aussem holds a Doctor of Audiology degree and brings that clinical depth to every appointment, from the initial evaluation through the fitting and long-term follow-up.
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Hearing care with the time and attention you deserve
North Shore Hearing is an independent, private hearing practice in Glendale, WI, not a chain or retail model, led by Dr. Aussem. Every appointment is thorough, we verify your fit with Real Ear Measurement, and care is available wherever it is most convenient for you.
What to expect
What your appointment includes
A clear picture of what care at North Shore Hearing looks like, and what can vary at other practices, so you can make an informed choice.
At North Shore Hearing
- A Doctor of Audiology at every appointment.
- Real Ear Measurement verifies the sound in your ear.
- You hear the hearing aids in the office before any commitment.
- Bundled and unbundled pricing, explained clearly up front.
- Unhurried appointments with time for questions and counseling.
What can vary elsewhere
- The provider may change from one visit to the next.
- Fittings may be set to a target without in-ear verification.
- Devices may be recommended before you have heard them.
- Pricing structures may not be broken down in detail.
- Appointment length may be limited by clinic scheduling.
Why patients stay
Reasons it feels different here
You hear it before you decide
Nearly every patient gets to listen to hearing aids in the office first, so the choice is based on what you actually hear, not on a brochure or a recommendation alone.
No commitmentMeasured, not estimated
We verify your fit with Real Ear Measurement, confirming what the hearing aid delivers in your ear canal rather than leaving it at the factory default.
REM verifiedCare that comes to you
When getting to the office is difficult, Dr. Aussem brings the same unhurried approach to your home. Mobile care and in-home visits available throughout the greater Milwaukee area, plus clinics at senior-living communities.
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Why North Shore Hearing is different
Many hearing care options focus on convenience or volume. North Shore Hearing combines medical expertise, personalized guidance, verification, and long-term support in one patient-centered model.
| North Shore Hearing | Big box | ENT / health system | Online / OTC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor-led care Are you working directly with an audiologist who guides diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up? | ||||
| Comprehensive testing Is hearing evaluated thoroughly with individualized assessment rather than a quick screening? | ||||
| Real Ear Measurement Are hearing aids measured and verified to your ears for accuracy and performance? | ||||
| Personalized recommendations Are treatment options selected around your hearing loss, lifestyle, and communication goals? | ||||
| Ongoing support Do you receive continued counseling, programming, troubleshooting, and follow-up care? | ||||
| Mobile / concierge access Are in-home or community-based services available when getting to the office is difficult? | ||||
| Relationship-based care Is there a long-term local provider relationship focused on outcomes, trust, and accountability? |
- Strong advantage
- Limited / varies
- Often missing
The background behind the care
Training and a track record you can check
- Provider
- Dr. Joseph Aussem, Audiologist, Doctor of Audiology.
- Training
- Doctor of Audiology, University of Wisconsin–Madison.
- Experience
- 10+ years caring for veterans with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Standard
- Real Ear Measurement to verify your hearing aid fitting, the best-practice verification step.
- Reputation
- 66 patient reviews at a 4.8 average from across the north shore.
Visit the office
Schedule an appointment at our Glendale office.
Call or send a message and we’ll help you schedule a hearing evaluation at our Glendale office. No pressure and no sales tactics, just a clear next step.
Address
7040 N. Port Washington Rd., Suite 401
Glendale, WI 53217
Glendale, WI 53217
Hours
Mon–Thu 9:00–4:30 · Fri 9:00–12:00