Last update 2017
Here are the latest details we have for the tinnitus service at the Burton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Burton Upon Trent.
To be seen at the hospital, you need to be referred by your GP.
To access the tinnitus service does a patient need to have had an appointment at ENT?
YES
In which department would a tinnitus patient’s first appointment/referral be?
ENT / Audiovestibular medicine
What is the average waiting time for this appointment in weeks?
N/A
After the first appointment, if necessary, where would a tinnitus patient be referred on to?
Hearing Therapy
What is the average waiting time for this appointment in weeks?
Up to 6 months
Which staff members are involved in your tinnitus service?
Head of Audiology/Senior Audiologist/Audiologist/Hearing Therapist
Please indicate what equipment is available for tinnitus patients in your department?
|
Device |
Keep, loan, demo |
Any other details |
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Ear level white noise generators |
Keep |
|
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Table top sound therapy devices |
Demo |
|
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Pillow speakers |
Keep |
|
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CDs |
Loan |
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Do you offer any of the following to tinnitus patients?
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Elements of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy |
Yes |
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Relaxation exercises |
Yes |
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Stress management |
Yes |
