The referral process

Yes! If you have a preferred ENT, let us know, and we’ll include this in our report to your GP, who can send the referral.

We also work with leading ENTs like Prof. Biggs and Dr. Chang, who specialise in hearing implants in NSW. Some ENTs may be recommended based on their expertise, location, or wait times, ensuring you get the best care.

Call us or fill out our hearing assessment form. One of our friendly team members will reach out to book in an appointment and talk you through the next steps.

An ENT specialist is a doctor who treats conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat. You may need to see an ENT if you have:

• Chronic ear infections
• A hole (perforation) in the eardrum
• hearing loss that may benefit from a hearing implant
• Hearing problems that need extra investigation

If you suspect you need a hearing implant, it is important that you talk to an audiologist that is well trained in identifying hearing implants candidates.

At Lions Hearing Clinic, our audiologists specialise in implant candidacy assessments and work closely with our partner ENTs to refer you to the care you need.

You may be a candidate if you:

• Struggle to hear even with hearing aids
• Have trouble following conversations
• Feel like your hearing is getting worse
• Relying at looking at people to understand what they’re saying

There are different types of hearing implants depending on your needs:
Cochlear Implants – For people with severe hearing loss who don’t benefit from hearing aids.
Bone Conduction Implants – For those with conductive or mixed hearing loss.
Middle Ear Implants – A middle ear implant could be the perfect solution if you have mild-moderate, mixed or conductive hearing loss.

Learn more here:

• Cochlear Implants
• Bone Conduction Implants
• Middle Ear Implants

Ear Science Institute Australia is a world leader in providing evidence in the area of ear disease and hearing. Our research team uses information from our 45,000 appointments with 20,000 clients each year, internationally renowned population studies, and collaborators, we publish regularly in international journals.  This evidence guides and informs the way we deliver services at Lions Ear Clinic.