HEARING ASSESMENT
At Gatwick Audiology, we are dedicated to offering our patients thorough and professional hearing assessments. Our goal is to accurately diagnose your hearing needs while considering your lifestyle, ensuring a tailored approach. Timely detection is vital to prevent further deterioration of your hearing. By working closely together, we can develop a customised solution that addresses your unique hearing challenges and enhances your quality of life.
Our advanced diagnostic hearing evaluation includes:
Our advanced diagnostic hearing evaluation includes:
Ear examination
Demonstrations
Outcomes
hearing system
At every step, we will explain the results thoroughly; ensuring complete clarity of the process.
Following your Initial assessment if you meet the criteria for any medical treatment, with your consent we will then discuss with our partner ENT specialist, Mr Sam Khemani and refer you on to him for further investigations and treatments if appropriate.
If hearing aids would help, we will discuss all the different solutions that are available to you based on your hearing loss, lifestyle, aesthetic preference and ease of use.
What is a hearing assessment?
A hearing assessment is a thorough examination which helps determine if you have a hearing loss, and if so, whether minor or severe. It is a deeper, more detailed investigation which is very easy and pain-free.
Your audiologist will discuss your hearing issues or concerns as well as any relevant medical history and your lifestyle needs. A variety of tests will be performed including – otoscopy, tympanometry, pure tone audiometry and speech tests. These tests help the audiologist determine the best management option for you.
After which, your audiologist will talk through your results whether you need treatment, and if hearing aids would be beneficial and the different hearing aid styles and types that will suit the lifestyle, comfort and the hearing loss of the patient.
Additionally, if you meet the criteria for any medical treatment, with your consent, we will then discuss it with our partner ENT specialist, Mr Sam Khemani and refer you to him for further investigations and treatments if appropriate.
What is the difference between a hearing assessment and a free hearing test?
A free hearing test is to assess the level of hearing. It basically helps us obtain a current baseline of our hearing. And if further tests are required we will be able to do that for you but there will be a small charge associated with it for the extra tests.
Hearing loss often develops gradually, affecting daily life without notice. While it’s more common with age—impacting over 40% of people over 50 and 71% over 70—it can occur at any age. Early hearing assessments can detect subtle changes, enabling timely intervention. Taking action early helps maintain social connections and quality of life.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
By proactively addressing any hearing concerns through a Full Hearing Assessment, you can prevent additional damage and preserve your hearing for years to come.
As an independent audiology company, we provide a range of hearing aids from all manufacturers. A 60-minute appointment will be scheduled for assessment, where we will assess your lifestyle, the health of your ears, as well as your hearing loss. During the appointment we offer a personalised service and recommend the most suitable bespoke technology to meet your needs, we pride ourselves on never giving the ‘hard sell’. We fully tailor the hearing aids by meeting your exact needs and lifestyle and test results. We also send reports to GPs and consultants where necessary. Additionally, if you meet the criteria for any medical treatment, with your consent, we will then discuss it with our partner ENT specialist, Mr Sam Khemani and refer you to him for further investigations and treatments if appropriate.
Tinnitus, often described as a ringing, buzzing or humming sound in the ears without an external source is a perception of sound. It affects millions worldwide. There is no one test to detect tinnitus, however, there are a variety of tests to help measure the pitch and intensity of your tinnitus. While there is no universal cure for tinnitus, several strategies can help manage its effects effectively. Contact us to book a Tinnitus Assessment.
More than 40% of people over 50 have a hearing loss. So it is very common. If your audiologist does find signs of hearing loss, please don’t worry. We understand it can take a little while to process and come to terms with but with a wide range of technology to suit your individual needs and lifestyle available, as soon as you are fitted with your hearing aids you will wonder how you managed before. We also offer a 30 day trial where you can try the aids and see if the aids benefit you or not.
This is dependent on the hearing aid manufacturer, style and availability. On average your new hearing aids will be available within 2-3 weeks.
It’s a good idea to bring someone with you to your hearing test to help you remember important information and to discuss any concerns you might have with your audiologist.
Yes, If you are a parent or guardian with concerns about your child’s hearing and they are under the age of 18 you can contact us to book a private appointment or via insurance or referral.
It can be a difficult topic to address with a loved one who might find it hard to accept. It is important to find the right moment to approach the subject and discuss it in a calm and upbeat tone and listen and be supportive. You can also help to book an appointment and attend the clinic with your loved one or friend and we may be able to explain the results gently to them.