Description
The paediatric audiology department provides specialist assessment and management of babies and children aged 0-18 with hearing problems, with close links to others professionals who have contact with these children.
Hearing assessments are performed by qualified audiologists in a BSA standard paediatric audiological testing room.
Results are discussed and diagnosed and further investigations are requested by ENT consultants.
Children who require a hearing aid are issued with the latest digital technology and we will continue to update this and provide care until they reach adulthood.
Documents and leaflets
Why would someone choose the service?
- Diagnostic tests and assessments are undertaken by qualified staff in a way which follows guidelines from relevant expert and professional bodies
- 100% of parents felt their child’s privacy and dignity was maintained at all times. (patient and public involvement questionnaire November 2023)
- Early diagnosis and intervention is essential to enable children to reach their potential.
- 100% of parents said they were likely or extremely likely to recommend the service to friends and family (patient and public involvement questionnaire November 2023)
Opening Times
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
Contact Details
Contact name: Paediatric Audiology
Phone number: 01226 644803
Mobile number:
Locations
Address details:
New Street Health Centre, Upper New St, Barnsley S70 1LP
Other Details
Eligibility: Referrals accepted from: Carers/family, Consultants, GP staff, Health visitors, Other NHS services, Schools Referrals also accepted from: Referrals also accepted from nursery nurses, audiologists. Referral criteria: - Babies and children from birth to 18 years old who require a hearing assessment or subsequent hearing aid issue and rehabilitation - Referrals can be made by letter, referral form, system one or telephone - Urgent referrals can be requested – see our referral form (healthcare professionals only) - Referrals should be sent to paediatric audiology at New Street Health Centre Exclusions - New referrals over the age of 18 years - For any issues related to tonsils, adenoids, repeated ear infections or wider nose and throat problems, please consider GP/ENT referral
Published: 03 March 2025