For Patients

What to Expect

Most people are pleasantly surprised by how relaxed a hearing appointment really is.

  1. 1. A welcome and chat. We'll ask about your hearing concerns, lifestyle and goals.
  2. 2. A quick look in your ears. Using an otoscope to check for wax, ear infection, or anything unusual in your external ears.
  3. 3. Comfortable listening tests. In a sound-treated booth — no needles, nothing scary.
  4. 4. Jargon-free explanation of results. Your audiologist explains what we found and your options, with no pressure.
  5. 5. Next steps — if any. If hearing aids would help, we'll talk through options and budgets. If not, you'll leave reassured.

Understanding your results

Your test results are plotted on an audiogram — a simple chart showing the softest sounds you can hear at each pitch, for each ear. From it, your audiologist identifies the degree of any hearing loss (from mild to profound) and the type — whether the issue sits in the outer or middle ear, the inner ear, or a combination. Together these determine what will actually help, whether that’s medical referral, hearing aids, or simply monitoring over time.

You won’t be left decoding a chart on your own: we explain what your audiogram means for real life — why speech might sound muffled in a crowd but fine at home, or why some voices are harder to follow than others.

Good to know before you come

It doesn't hurt

Every test is comfortable and non-invasive — you’ll mostly listen to tones and repeat words. Children are tested through play.

Colds & ear infections

A congested ear can temporarily affect results. If you have an active ear infection or a heavy cold, mention it when booking — it may be worth rescheduling for an accurate picture.

Bring a companion

A family member or friend is welcome in the room. Two sets of ears help when discussing results, and a familiar voice is useful during testing.

Ready to Hear Better?

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