@tarheel Take a look at the posts in the group 'What to Expect at Your Hearing Aid Fitting'. The chief thing for hearing aids is to ask for a 30 day trial, try a couple of types, work with your specialist (or audiologist) and get them adjusted for you. Widex specifically has a program for tinnitus (it's a collection of bells ringing sounds, you can turn on or off) , and I personally prefer them. Do ask for a t-coil to be included in your aid. There are lots of people in these groups with lots of experience with hearing aids. Good luck - and ask questions!