Dr. Jenifer Cushing

Chief Learning & Development Officer and Audiologist

Dr. Jenifer Cushing is the Chief Learning & Development Officer of Live Better Hearing + Balance and a Board Certified audiologist in our Frederick, MD clinic.

Dr. Cushing earned a Bachelor of Arts in Hearing & Speech Science from the University of Maryland, College Park and a Doctorate in Clinical Audiology from the University at Buffalo. Dr. Cushing also holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.

As a graduate student in Buffalo, she published over twenty peer reviewed scientific articles while working at the Center for Hearing and Deafness. Her expertise is in adult and pediatric hearing diagnostics and hearing aids, and she has a unique expertise in electrophysiological measures thanks to her graduate research.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Cushing enjoys spending time with friends and family through travel, sports and games. She enjoys finding ways to combine healthy living and relaxation through movement, learning and positivity.

If you are looking for a hearing test, new hearing aids, balance testing, tinnitus treatment, Cochlear implant services, or other hearing health care for all ages, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment with Dr. Cushing at our Frederick office to provide the expertise and compassion you need to achieve optimal hearing health.

Services

Diagnostic hearing testing for all ages including: OAES & Immittance

Tinnitus assessment and management

Electro-physiology testing ABR, EcoG and VEMP

Balance testing (VNG and Epley/Canalith Repositioning)

Hearing Aids (Selection and dispensing of medical grade devices & Repair of all makes and models)

Real-Ear verification, reprogramming and repair of current hearing aids

Cochlear Implant assessment and mapping

Education

Au.D., University at Buffalo

B.A. Hearing Speech Science, U. of Maryland, College Park

Licenses and Certifications

Maryland Audiology License

District of Columbia Audiology License

American Board of Audiology certified

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)

Languages

English

What is a HearingUp Provider?

HearingUp was created by Dr. Cliff Olson, a well-known audiologist and influencer, to help individuals find top-notch hearing care providers who adhere to industry Best Practices. The HearingUp Network consists of carefully vetted hearing care professionals who follow these practices, ensuring patients receive optimal treatment for hearing loss.

Dr. Olson, known for his educational YouTube channel, emphasizes the importance of quality care and has built this network to connect patients with providers committed to delivering the highest standards of hearing aid fitting and ongoing support​.

What are Best Practices... and why do they matter?

At Live Better Hearing + Balance, we believe choosing a hearing care provider committed to best practices is essential for transformative results. Our team invests the time and expertise needed to address the complexities of hearing loss and achieve optimal outcomes for each patient.