Last updated 2017
Here are the latest details we have for the tinnitus service at Balfour Hospital.
To be seen at this 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 or Audiology
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?
3
Which staff members are involved in your tinnitus service?
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 |
Loan |
|
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Table top sound therapy devices |
Demo |
|
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Pillow speakers |
Demo |
|
|
CDs |
Demo |
|
Do you offer any of the following to tinnitus patients?
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy |
Yes |
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Relaxation exercises |
Yes |
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Stress management |
Yes |
|
Other |
Sleep Hygiene |
