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Trigger points for a GP referral to an audiologist

  • New or recent diagnosis which increases risk for hearing loss to occur
  • Observed difficulty understanding conversation
  • Report onset of hearing loss
  • Reported onset of tinnitus

Trigger points for an audiologist referral to a GP

  • Deterioration of symptoms
  • Identified symptoms for medical management or referral to ear-nose-throat specialist

Potential treatment by an audiologist

  • Audiological assessment to determine any sensorineural hearing loss and any communication needs
  • Rehabilitation program to address communcation strategies and fitting and effective use of appropriate hearing devices and listening technology
  • Tinnitus assessment and counselling
  • Family and carer support to better manage communication needs