Ted studied at the George Washington University School of Medicine Laboratory Science, and he has more than 23 years of experience as a hearing health professional. He also served his country for 22 years, including three tours in Iraq.
“I’ve been proud to serve my country, and I founded Summit so that I can serve my community by providing solutions to hearing loss,” Ted says. “My goal is to help as many people as possible enjoy the freedom of communicating with those they love.”
Ted has a personal perspective on hearing loss—his own hearing loss was diagnosed when he was 30 years old.
“I understand the hesitation that people experience when they notice a change in their hearing,” Ted says. “I don’t want the hearing aid experience to be uncomfortable or something that is put off until it gets ‘too bad.’ If someone notices that you’re having trouble understanding speech, it’s ‘bad enough’ to do something. On average, people wait seven to 10 years before they do anything about a noticeable hearing loss. The truth is, hearing aids may be the solution.
“I love what we do, and that’s helping people reconnect with those they love by offering superior service and the finest American-made hearing aids available,” Ted adds. “I truly understand the importance of communication and how hearing loss can affect one’s family and loved ones.”
Ted and his wife, Laura, have two daughters, Chelsea, 30, and Isla, 11.
Sandy Fuller, on Google
Your staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend summit hearing.
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whtshernme, on Google
Super service and skilled staff. Great care. Highly recommend!
Mary Rush, on Google
Great people and great service along with great product.
Richard Garren, on Google
Absolutely LOVE Summit Hearing Solutions!! Mark is my audiologist and is wonderful. He has helped to restore some of my unilateral hearing loss with a hearing aid and it has made such a difference in both my professional and personal life! Incredibly knowledgeable and always fun to chat with. Thank...
Allie Daniels, on Google
Mark is my audiologist and is thorough with the examinations and testing. In addition, Ted, Audiologist and staff are friendly and welcoming. If you want great service, hearing aid options, and great energy, make an appointment! I opted for the style of hearing aids below because my hearing volume adjustment...
Yvette Luster, on Google
If you have ringing in your ears making you all grumpy because you’re miserable, go talk to Ted and his Staff at Summit Hearing Solutions. Ted diagnosed my ringing as tinnitus. They made it manageable! I’ve had my hearing aids for about six years and absolutely love them. I did...
John Sallows, on Google
Dr Ted is always willing to help! Place is organized and staff are amazing.
Carrie Burrous, on Google
After retiring, I moved back to Fort Wayne and since I wore hearing aids, I was looking for someone to maintain them for me. I went to Summit Hearing Solutions on Dupont. I first met Sally. What a gem she is. She is always upbeat and ready to help you...
Cherie Mault, on Google
Highly recommend Summit Hearing Solutions! Ted is knowledgeable, honest, caring, and respectful. He took his time to make sure my mother understood her hearing loss and the severity of it and how to adjust to her new hearing aids. He also graciously welcomed us (my dad, sister, and I) to...
Andra Kosmoski, on Google
Ted Blanford is the real deal. I would not trust anyone else to provide the care, technology, and outstanding service I have gotten at Summit Hearing Solutions. Best products, best service, and the coolest secretary in Fort Wayne (go Sally!)
Michael Shaffer, on Google
The people are friendly and accommodaring to rescheduling appointments should the need arise.
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Sherry Schroeder, on Google
Can't say enough about how awesome Ted and his staff are at all their locations! Bought our first high-quality hearing aids the first year he opened in 2011. We've been family since day 1 ! Service is superb! They are more knowledgeable of their product caring for you and to...
Wendy Gehring, on Google
We brought our father in to be hearing tested for hearing aids. The doctor was so kind and patient with my father, who also has dementia. Thank you very much!
Sheila Curry, on Google
Jennifer Snyder, on Google
Matt was great help me listens cares everybody was great. Everybody was pleasant
ron, on Google
Everyone there is like family. They are caring and very thorough and helpful. Even makes time to help when you do not have an appt. Wonderful people.
Robin Lester, on Google
Matt is a great audiologist.
Karen Clugston, on Google
Sally is always pleasent to talk to on the phone. Always cheerful! Ted and his staff are amazing!
Don't Worry, on Google