Ross Cushing, Au.D. is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Live Better Hearing + Balance, where he leads one of the largest privately owned audiology practices in the Mid-Atlantic region. Since 2007, he has guided the organization’s growth with a clear mission: to deliver exceptional hearing and balance care through clinical excellence, compassion, and innovation.
As both a practicing audiologist and experienced healthcare executive, Dr. Cushing focuses on ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of care by empowering clinicians and staff with the tools, education, and support they need to succeed. His leadership philosophy combines evidence-based best practices with a deep commitment to patient-centered service.
Dr. Cushing has been a clinical audiologist for more than 20 years. He earned his Doctor of Audiology degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of New Hampshire, where he studied Classics and Communication Disorders & Sciences.
In addition to leading Live Better Hearing + Balance, Dr. Cushing serves on the Forbes Health Advisory Board, providing expert insight on hearing health and medical innovation. He also sits on the Board of Directors for the Live Better Foundation, which helps provide hearing care to underserved communities. Previously, he served on the Board of Hearing Evaluation Services and as an Adjunct Professor at Gallaudet University, teaching private practice management.
Outside of work, Dr. Cushing enjoys spending time with his family, playing chess, listening to classical music, watching comedy, and staying active.
Au.D., Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, University at Buffalo
M.A., Communicative Disorders and Sciences, University at Buffalo
B.S., Communication Disorders & Sciences, University of New Hampshire
B.A., Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, University of New Hampshire
Maryland Audiology License
American Board of Audiology Certified
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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.
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.
