Coates Hearing Clinic of Smithfield

Coates Hearing Clinic of Smithfield "We listen, you hear."

09/10/2026

In 30 seconds, let’s learn why everyone’s hearing loss can look different. 👂

Dr. Molly McCormack breaks down how different causes of hearing loss can affect different parts of your hearing, from noise exposure and aging to genetics and even certain health conditions.

Your hearing loss is unique to you, which is why understanding your individual hearing test results is an important part of your hearing care.

What should we have Molly teach us next? 👇

Football season is here! 🏈 Some college stadiums can get louder than a chainsaw or even a jet taking off nearby.Here are...
09/10/2026

Football season is here! 🏈 Some college stadiums can get louder than a chainsaw or even a jet taking off nearby.

Here are a few peak noise levels recorded during unforgettable games:
🔊 Tennessee – 137 dB
🔊 South Carolina – 133.6 dB
🔊 Clemson – 132.8 dB
🔊 LSU – 130 dB
…unfortunately there are no official recordings of noise levels at Kenan Memorial Stadium or Carter-Finley Stadium, but we can all guess these estimations may be a bit low…😅

For comparison:
🚨 85 dB = Prolonged exposure can begin to damage hearing.
🚨 100 dB = Motorcycle or power tools.
🚨 120 dB+ = Threshold where sound can become painful.
🚨 130+ dB = Some of the loudest college football crowds ever recorded.

Which stadium are you cheering from this fall? 🏈👇

💙👂 What a GREAT morning at the Pine Level Senior Center!Dr. Coates, Hannah, and Jenny had such a wonderful time visiting...
09/09/2026

💙👂 What a GREAT morning at the Pine Level Senior Center!

Dr. Coates, Hannah, and Jenny had such a wonderful time visiting with everyone today! We had a fantastic turnout and enjoyed making hearing health education FUN with some interactive games, lots of laughs, and great conversation! 🎉🙌

We love getting out into our communities and creating opportunities to talk about the importance of hearing health in a way that is engaging and enjoyable. It was wonderful to see everyone participating, asking questions, and learning along with us!

A HUGE thank you to the Pine Level Senior Center for welcoming us and to everyone who joined us today! We always enjoy spending time with our local senior communities and helping them stay connected through better hearing. 💙

👂 TOMORROW! Free Hearing Health Seminar + Hearing Screenings 🎉 Details below...Join us TOMORROW for a FREE Hearing Healt...
09/09/2026

👂 TOMORROW! Free Hearing Health Seminar + Hearing Screenings 🎉 Details below...

Join us TOMORROW for a FREE Hearing Health Seminar & Complimentary Hearing Screenings at Archer Lodge Town Hall!

Dr. Molly McCormick will share helpful, easy-to-understand information about hearing health, treatment options, and the connection between hearing and your overall well-being.

🎉 We’ll learn, have some fun, and answer your hearing questions!
🙌 Bring a friend, spouse, neighbor, or family member!

📅 Thursday, September 10
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Archer Lodge Town Hall
14094 Buffalo Rd., Clayton, NC 27527

We are a day late, but...📚✨ Happy International Literacy Day! ✨📚At Coates Hearing Clinic, we believe there’s nothing qui...
09/09/2026

We are a day late, but...

📚✨ Happy International Literacy Day! ✨📚

At Coates Hearing Clinic, we believe there’s nothing quite like getting lost in a good book! ❤️ Yesterday, our team celebrated International Literacy Day by picking up a book, sharing the joy of reading, and having a little fun with our Book Bingo challenge! 📖🎉

We may be all about helping people hear the world around them, but we also love encouraging our patients, families, and community to keep learning, keep reading, and keep growing! 🥰

So, what are you reading right now? Drop your book recommendation in the comments! 📚

Do you ever feel mentally drained after a dinner with friends or a family gathering?It may not be the conversation; it's...
09/09/2026

Do you ever feel mentally drained after a dinner with friends or a family gathering?
It may not be the conversation; it's the effort it takes to hear.

When hearing is reduced, your brain spends extra energy trying to decode sounds, guess missing words, and keep up with conversations. This is called listening effort or cognitive load.

Many patients are surprised to discover that after addressing their hearing loss, conversations feel easier and they have more energy at the end of the day.

Hearing well can help your brain work smarter, not harder! And hearing aids aren’t the only option for better hearing!

Don’t let hearing loss affect your quality of life! We can help. Give us a call! 📱919-300-5438

09/08/2026

Meet the team behind Coates Hearing Clinic’s Clayton office! 👋

Dr. McCormack and Melissa share what brought them to Coates, their favorite parts of working with patients, and a few things you might be surprised to learn about their jobs.

From helping patients experience sounds they may have been missing to simply getting to know the people who walk through the door, they both have a passion for making hearing care personal.

And yes, audiologists really do enjoy a satisfying earwax removal!

Get to know more of the people who make up the Coates Hearing Clinic team!

We hope you’re taking some time off to unwind today! 😀
09/07/2026

We hope you’re taking some time off to unwind today! 😀

Have you ever gotten a mailing regarding “NEW” digital hearing aids? The kind that feature an “FDA registered” “medical ...
09/04/2026

Have you ever gotten a mailing regarding “NEW” digital hearing aids? The kind that feature an “FDA registered” “medical grade” hearing aid?

You might not know, but being “FDA registered” is not the same as being “FDA approved.”

Swipe to see the difference! ➡️

Dr. Coates dives deeper into what this means and how it affects the type of hearing aid options you should consider here: https://coateshearing.com/misleading-information-in-hearing-aid-ads/

09/03/2026

Have your first audiology appointment coming up? Here are 5 questions you should ask.

In this Reddit Asked video, Dr. Coates explains what to ask about your hearing challenges, test results, treatment options, lifestyle needs, and follow-up care.

Your first appointment isn't just about getting your hearing tested. It's about understanding your options and feeling confident about your next steps.

Have a hearing question you want answered? Leave it in the comments, and it could be featured in a future Reddit Asked video.

Address

1652 E. Booker Dairy Road
Smithfield, NC
27577

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19193005438

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