Kristine Trester, Au.D.
Dr. Kristine Trester has been a part of the NSAVL team for 10 years. Her philosophy is to obtain a comprehensive picture of the patient and their needs, which ultimately identifies the best course of treatment and/or rehabilitation. She obtained her doctorate at Rush University. While at Rush, Dr. Trester served as the president of the local chapter…
Tracy Murphy, Au.D.
Dr. Tracy Murphy has helped patients at North Shore Audio-Vestibular Lab since 1993. She takes an active role in bringing contemporary hearing and balance care to her patients. Nothing pleases Dr. Murphy more than when patients report satisfaction with the hearing health care she provides. She loves seeing patients find relief after experiencing difficulty with…
Deborah Milling, Au.D.
Dr. Deborah Milling has been an audiologist with North Shore Audio-Vestibular Lab for over 30 years. She is proud to say that she has spent her entire career with this dynamic, state-of-the-art practice. Dr. Milling is a people person who feels that no problem is too big or too small to solve. She enjoys the challenges…
Paul Pessis, Au.D.
Dr. Pessis is the owner and founder of North Shore Audio-Vestibular Lab. He has practiced audiology for more than 40 years, is active at both on the national and state levels, and is a past president of the American Academy of Audiology. Dr. Pessis is an Audiology representative to the American Medical Association (AMA) responsible…
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We are happy to share success stories from happy patients; read below for just some of the positive feedback we receive on a regular basis. Dear Dr. Pessis, In the spirit of spring renewal, I wish to take a moment to share my gratitude with you. Resulting from a quirk of genetics, I have lived…
Can Hearing Loss Affect Your Career?
Hearing loss is incredibly common, affecting over 48 million Americans to some degree. Because hearing loss is so common in adults, it is no surprise that hearing loss in the workplace is a rising concern. Your hearing is a crucial part in how you communicate with the world. Hearing loss doesn’t only affect your ability…
July is Firework Safety Month
This July is Firework Safety Month, and we want to educate our patients on how fireworks can affect their hearing health. Although beautiful to watch, fireworks can be dangerous. Not only are they explosives that can cause physical harm if not used correctly, but they can also cause hearing loss. The loud sound produced by…
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Hearing and Alzheimer’s
Hearing Health and Cognitive Decline Your hearing plays a crucial role in your overall health and well-being. Hearing doesn’t only allow you to be a part of the conversation and to hear the world around you, but it also keeps your brain active. Discover how your hearing is connected to cognitive decline and how you…