Service Referral Criteria

Conditions Treated

• Audiology
• Hearing Assessment

Procedures Performed

• Audiology (age appropriate)
• Hearing tests and investigations as required
• Referring abnormal results direct to ENT Consultant

Exclusions

• Children under the age of 5 years - please refer to Paediatric Audiology
• Adults 50+ years - please refer to Audiology (Hearing Assessment Clinic 50+ years)
• Patients with active ENT conditions - please refer to General ENT services

Suggested Investigations

• Ear canals should be free of wax so that Tympanic membranes are visable

Administrative Requirements

• Urgent referral ? Please contact Audiology Department directly.
• Referral letter should be attached
• If your patient requires transport this should be booked by the Practice
• If your patient requires an interpreter then please include comprehensive details with the referral letter
• Please confirm all demographic details of your patient
• Please include any past medical and/or surgical history
• Please state whether your patient has been treated or see for the same condition at this or any other hospital
• Please include a current list of medication your patient is currently taking
• Please ensure any "suggested investigations" are completed prior to referring your patient, and all results are attached with your referral letter