Telephone: 07710583055
E-mail: chris@the-ear-clinic.co.uk
The Ear Clinic
Appointments in the comfort of your own home.
The Ear Clinic is dedicated to providing the highest quality personal audiology services, with a focus on achieving your hearing and balance goals. Committed to improving your quality of life through comprehensive hearing and balance healthcare.
Key Services
Explore our comprehensive range of services designed to address your hearing and balance needs. Each service is tailored to provide the highest standard of care.
Hearing Aids Prescribed
Chris Bowes, a dedicated audiologist and hearing aid dispenser, provides expert hearing assessments and customised hearing aid solutions tailored to individual needs. Using state-of-the-art technology, Chris offers precise evaluations to diagnose hearing challenges, ensuring the most effective treatment options. His personalised approach focuses on clarity, comfort, and ease of use, helping clients reconnect with the world of sound. Whether addressing mild or profound hearing loss, Chris is committed to delivering professional guidance and support for improved auditory health and overall well-being.
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
Chris Bowes, audiologist and hearing aid dispenser, offers specialised support for individuals with auditory processing disorder (APD). Through comprehensive assessments, he identifies difficulties in processing sounds and understanding speech. His tailored intervention strategies include auditory training, environmental modifications, and assistive listening devices to enhance communication and listening skills. With a commitment to improving auditory processing and overall well-being, Chris provides expert guidance to help individuals navigate the challenges of APD and regain confidence in their ability to process and interpret sound effectively.
Tinnitus Treatments
Chris Bowes, audiologist and hearing aid dispenser, specialises in comprehensive tinnitus treatment tailored to individual needs. His approach incorporates advanced sound therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and personalised hearing solutions designed to reduce discomfort and improve quality of life. Whether managing symptoms through expert guidance or utilizing cutting-edge technology, Chris is committed to helping clients find relief and regain control over their auditory health. With a dedication to improving well-being, he provides compassionate support on the journey to peace and comfort.
Vestibular and Balance Service
Chris Bowes, audiologist and hearing aid dispenser, provides specialised vestibular services to support individuals experiencing balance and dizziness disorders. Through comprehensive assessments, he identifies vestibular dysfunction and tailors evidence-based treatment strategies, including vestibular rehabilitation therapy and balance training exercises. His personalised approach aims to improve stability, reduce dizziness, and enhance overall quality of life. With expert guidance and compassionate care, Chris helps clients regain confidence in their mobility and restore their sense of equilibrium.
THE EAR CLINIC
CORE VALUES
- Best Audiological Practice- We follow best audiological practices to provide personalised hearing care, using advanced assessments and real-ear measurements. This ensures optimal hearing aid performance, while offering ongoing support tailored to your needs.
- Patient-Centred Care – Ensuring that every individual receives personalised attention and solutions tailored to their hearing needs.
- Integrity & Honesty – Providing transparent recommendations without commercial bias, ensuring patients receive the best options for their hearing health.
- Expertise & Innovation – Staying up to date with the latest advancements in audiology and hearing aid technology.
- Compassion & Empathy – Understanding the emotional and social impact of hearing loss and offering supportive care.
- Thoroughness & Accuracy – Conducting detailed assessments and fittings to ensure optimal hearing aid performance.
- Commitment to Aftercare – Offering ongoing support, maintenance, and adjustments to maximize hearing aid effectiveness.
- Accessibility & Inclusivity – Ensuring services are available to individuals of all backgrounds, including those with complex hearing needs.
How do we offer the BEST Audiological Practice?
Audiological Diagnostic Tests
- Pure-Tone Audiometry – Measures hearing sensitivity across different frequencies.
- Speech Audiometry – Assesses speech understanding at varying volume levels.
- Threshold Equalizing Noise (TEN) Test – Identifies cochlear dead regions and helps adjust amplification strategies.
- Video Otoscopy – Uses a digital otoscope to capture real-time images or video of the ear canal and eardrum, aiding in diagnosis and patient education.
Hearing Aid Fitting & Verification
- Real-Ear Measurements – Ensures hearing aids are correctly programmed by measuring sound levels inside the ear.
- Hearing Aid Verification & Validation – Confirms the effectiveness of hearing aids in improving hearing.
- Speech Mapping – Uses real-ear measurements to visualize how speech sounds are processed by hearing aids.
- Aided Assessments – Evaluates hearing ability while wearing hearing aids.
Speech & Noise Testing
- Auditory Contrast Threshold (ACT) Test – Measures the ability to distinguish speech from background noise.
- Quick Speech in Noise (QuickSIN) Test – Estimates how well speech is understood in noisy environments.
- Unaided Speech Testing – Assesses speech recognition without amplification to establish a baseline for hearing aid benefit.
Subjective Assessments (examples)
- Client Oriented Scale of Improvement (COSI) – Helps identify specific listening situations where the patient wants improvement.
- Abbreviated Profile of Hearing Aid Benefit (APHAB) – Measures the benefit of hearing aids in different listening environments.
- Hearing Handicap Inventory for the Elderly (HHIE) – Assesses the social and emotional impact of hearing loss.
- Characteristics of Amplification Tool (COAT) – Helps determine the best hearing aid options based on patient preferences and needs.
Enhancing Lives Through Better Hearing
Expert Audiology Care Tailored to You
At The Ear Clinic, we specialise in providing comprehensive audiology services, including wax removal, hearing tests, and personalised hearing aids, ensuring a better quality of life for our clients.
Experience
A total of 28 years working in Audiology
- 24 years working for the NHS
- 2 years working as a Senior Lecturer in Audiology at De Montfort University
- Training Manager UK and Ireland
- Research publications
- Chapters published
Chris Bowes
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