From what I know (and have experienced) hearing aid dispensers are all about the retail aspect of hearing healthcare... you can only test people with the intent to sell hearing aids, which to me would be very depressing. I enjoy being able to help people at my externship... this even includes people that aren't ready for a hearing aid.
I know that not all dispensers are the same, but I have seen a handful of my elderly patients this year get taken advantage of by dispensers.
As far as dispensers making more money, that may be true overall but if you are a great audiologist and willing to relocate to the right job I think you can make just as much money!
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