Code of Ethics
As a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist, I pledge to uphold all federal, state, and local laws governing the dispensing of hearing instruments.
As a member in good standing of the Alabama Society of Hearing Healthcare Providers (ASHHP), I further commit to the following ethical principles:
- Integrity in Representation
We will ensure all public communications, advertising, and representations about hearing instruments and related services are truthful, transparent, and free from misleading claims. We will not misrepresent the performance, benefits, or use of hearing aids to the public.
- Excellence in Patient Care
We will provide comprehensive, ethical, and patient-centered consultations, ensuring each individual receives appropriate testing, fitting, and hearing solutions tailored to their unique needs.
- Commitment to Service & Support
We will always strive to deliver exceptional service to individuals with hearing loss, offering compassionate counsel, education, and ongoing support to help them maximize the benefits of their hearing instruments.
- Dedication to Professional Growth
We will actively support and engage in research while fostering collaboration with medical professionals, audiologists, and other hearing healthcare specialists. We are committed to continuous learning and the advancement of technology and best practices in hearing healthcare.
- Ethical & Professional Responsibility
We will uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, and the community, ensuring trust, respect, and accountability in every aspect of our practice.
Through this Code of Ethics, we affirm our dedication to serving the hearing-impaired community with honesty, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to improving lives through better hearing.