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What is a Hearing Test?

A comprehensive hearing test evaluates your hearing across a range of frequencies and sound levels to provide a detailed picture of your hearing health. The results can identify the presence, type, and degree of hearing loss, helping to diagnose underlying conditions and determine the most effective treatment or management options. Early testing can also support better communication, improved quality of life, and long-term hearing health.

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What to Expect

Your appointment is designed to be thorough, comfortable and informative. At any stage, you’re encouraged to ask questions.
We’ll start by learning about you: your hearing history, lifestyle, and any concerns you may have.
We will examine your outer ear, ear canal and eardrum, including a pressure test. This is not uncomfortable or invasive, and any issues will be clearly explained.
You will complete a series of tests in a sound booth, where you’ll respond to tones and speech. This helps us determine the level and pattern of your hearing, as well as your ability to understand conversations in both quiet and noisy environments.
Following your assessment, your clinician will explain your results and discuss the most appropriate next steps based on your hearing and goals.
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Why Choose Lions Hearing Clinic

Lions Hearing Clinics combines clinical expertise, independent advice and genuine patient-centred care. As part of a not-for-profit institute, every recommendation is made with your hearing outcomes in mind, giving you confidence that you’re receiving the right solution for your needs.

Backed by Research

Part of Ear Science Institute Australia, Lions Hearing Clinic care is grounded in the latest hearing research.

Independent Advice

We are not tied to a single manufacturer, so our recommendations are based on what's best for you.

Commission Free

Our clinicians receive no financial incentives - providing our clients with honest, unbiased recommendations.

Long-Term Support

We are dedicated to supporting clients beyond their hearing aid fitting, with regular annual reviews and trained front of house staff.
Lions Hearing Clinics
Lions Hearing Clinic

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Frequently Asked Questions

We've compiled the most important information to help you get the most out of your experience.
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No referral is needed to book privately. A written request from an eligible medical practitioner is required for certain Medicare diagnostic audiology rebates, and a GP chronic condition management plan is required for the relevant allied health rebate.
No. A hearing test is non-invasive and should not be painful. You will listen and respond to different tones and speech, and some tests use gentle changes in air pressure to check how the middle ear is working.
The testing procedure may only take 20-30 minutes, however, we allow 75 minutes to include a comprehensive history and needs assessment, detailed explanation of results and discussion of management solutions, if applicable.
It typically includes a case history, otoscopy to examine your ear canals, tympanometry to assess middle-ear function, air- and bone-conduction testing, speech testing including speech-in-noise where appropriate, and a clear explanation of your results. Hearing aid options can also be discussed if needed.
The online hearing test is a convenient screening tool that can flag whether further testing may be helpful. It cannot diagnose hearing loss. An in-clinic assessment uses calibrated equipment in a controlled environment and is completed by a qualified clinician.
Costs can vary depending on the type of assessment required. We offer subsidised services for Pensioner Concession Card holders and Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) card holders through the Hearing Services Program. For private clients, we provide competitive transparent pricing. Please contact our team for a specific quote based on your needs.
A standard initial hearing assessment can take up to 75 minutes. Our clinicians will discuss your hearing history, perform a physical check of your ear canal, and assess your hearing in a sound treated booth. We’ll explain your results immediately and discuss a personalised plan to help you hear your best. You're very welcome to bring your partner, a family member or a friend along. Hearing changes often show up first in everyday moments at home, so someone close to you can provide useful insight and be part of the conversation about next steps.

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A professional hearing test is the first step toward understanding your hearing and exploring the most effective management options.
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