At Bishopdale Hearing, we are a truly patient-centred audiology clinic. We strive to provide the best in individualised care and independent advice, ensuring the best outcomes for your lifestyle. Read more about our services below or get in touch to chat.
Our comprehensive hearing tests assess your level of hearing ability in a sound-attenuated booth. There are many medical reasons for a hearing assessment, and the results can tell us a lot about your overall health.
Hearing aids come in a variety of styles and while we can fit all available manufacturers and styles, our audiologist will provide individualised care and recommend what is best for you to suit your lifestyle.
If you are experiencing a feeling of pressure, dullness or itchy ears, you might have a build-up of wax, and an ear wax removal could be just what you need. We can also treat some outer ear infections.
Ear clinic services
We offer a comprehensive range of hearing and ear health services.
Ear Wax Removal
Ages 10+ = $60 (GC $50)
Ages 4-9 years = $80
Professional removal of wax/foreign objects from the ear canal. Methods may include micro-suctioning, curettes or forceps. We recommend using oil in your ears two nights prior to these appointments for ease of removal.
For safety, we usually only offer wax removals for children aged under 4 if they are able to sit well during the procedure (it can be noisy). We allow more time for children’s appointments to ensure they feel comfortable in the clinic.
Diagnostic Hearing Assessments
Ages 10+ = $95 (GC $85)
Ages 4-9 years = $140
Comprehensive hearing tests for adults and children aged 4+.
For children under 10 years old, we have different methods of testing, therefore we allow more time for these appointments and reports.
For more information about hearing assessments, please see our hearing tests page.
Middle Ear Health Checks
$40
A basic screening of your ear health. This includes otoscopy (visual checking of the ear) and tympanometry (a pressure test which tells us if there is any fluid or glue-ear). This appointment is able to be done from ages 1+ and only takes 5-10 minutes to complete – easy for kids!
Hearing Device Consultations
$60 (free if covered by ACC)
An open and collaborative discussion about your hearing so we can recommend the right hearing devices to suit your hearing loss and lifestyle. We encourage family members to attend these appointments. These appointments are typically booked in conjunction with a diagnostic hearing assessment and are therefore included in the above cost if booked at the same time.
Hearing Aid Fittings
Variable $
Once we have selected the right hearing device package for your lifestyle and budget in the consultation, we use Real-Ear-Measurements to ensure the devices are correctly set up for your individual ear canal shape, size and hearing loss. After this, we spend time fine-tuning the hearing aids for your experiences. All hearing devices are fit with a two-month trial period in order to make sure you are 100% happy with them.
Hearing Aid Adjustments and Repairs
$50-$140
We are able to service, adjust and repair all hearing aids from leading hearing aid manufacturers. If it’s your first time seeing us, we will do a new hearing assessment and Real-Ear-Measurements to ensure your current hearing aids are working as well as possible for you. If the devices need extra parts or to be sent away for a service, this may cost extra if they are outside of their warranty period.
Custom-made Hearing Protection
$200 – $300 (standard/filtered)
$1000-$2000 (electronic plugs/monitors)
Through taking an impression of the ear canal, we are able to make custom moulds and ear-plugs to fit the exact shape of your ear. Options vary from simple sleep and swim plugs to Grade 5 earplugs and electronic shooting earplugs.
Second-Hand Hearing Aid Fittings
$600-$1000
We offer a service where we can fit second-hand hearing devices you may have received from a relative or friend. Please note – there are significant risks in having this done and our audiologist will discuss whether these devices are suitable for you. This depends on your hearing loss type, the aid style and the age of the aids.
Workplace and CAA Hearing Tests
$60 – $95
Workplace or Civil Aviation Authority hearing tests do not require as much time and can be completed within 30 minutes. Please contact us for multiple workplace tests, as you may be eligible for a discounted rate and/or workplace visits to complete these.