Can we hear a smile? By Dr. Richard Reikowski, Au.D Family Hearing and Balance Center Akron, Ohio

This special lady brings a smile every time I see her. When she arrives for her check-ups the first thing she does, besides joyfully greeting our front office receptionist Melanie, is to choose one of her daily favorite teas. We have fresh ground coffee and hot water, and a selection of tea bags to choose from. When I bring her back, one of my first questions is, “So, what was the choice today?”. This question begins a conversation that I “really and most genuinely” look forward to! She makes you simply, smile. I am pleased to be a part of her hearing successes and to know her. I hope that I can improve the quality of her hearing, and life, as much as she brings to me and our office. Yes, we can hear a smile…:)