Access expert audiology services in Great Missenden
Your hearing health plays an essential role in your communication, confidence, and overall wellbeing. Changes in your hearing can develop gradually or occur more suddenly, affecting your ability to follow conversations, engage in social situations, and carry out everyday activities.
At The Chiltern Hospital, you can access private audiology services in Great Missenden with fast access to appointments, expert assessment, and clear, personalised advice in a calm and professional environment.
Our aim is to identify the cause of your hearing concerns as early as possible, helping you understand your symptoms and take the right steps to support your long-term hearing health.
At The Chiltern Hospital, your care is delivered by experienced audiologists who specialise in assessing and managing hearing and balance conditions.
From your initial appointment right through to any follow-up care, you will receive clear communication, thorough assessment, and a personalised approach tailored to your individual needs.
Audiology is the medical specialty focused on hearing, balance, and disorders of the ear. Consultant audiologists assess how well you hear, identify the cause of hearing difficulties, and build your appropriate management or treatment plan.
Audiology services cover a wide range of conditions, including age-related hearing loss, noise-induced hearing damage, tinnitus, earwax build-up, and inner ear conditions that may affect balance.
At The Chiltern Hospital, our service provides comprehensive hearing evaluations using modern diagnostic equipment. You may be referred for audiology assessment if you are experiencing changes in your hearing or symptoms affecting your ears or balance. Our services include:
Comprehensive hearing tests are used to assess how well you hear sounds across different frequencies. These tests help identify whether hearing loss is present and determine its type and severity.
During your test, you will wear headphones and listen to a series of sounds at different volumes and pitches. You will be asked to respond when you hear each sound, allowing the audiologist to map your hearing levels accurately.
Speech testing may also be carried out to assess how well you hear and understand spoken words, particularly in more complex listening environments.
Your results will be explained clearly, so you understand your hearing profile and any recommended next steps.
If you are experiencing ringing, buzzing, or other persistent noises in your ears (tinnitus), an audiology assessment can help identify possible causes and guide management strategies.
Audiology may also help investigate symptoms such as dizziness or imbalance, which can sometimes be linked to the inner ear.
In some cases, hearing may need to be monitored over time. Follow-up assessments allow changes to be identified early and managed appropriately.
Your audiologist will explain which assessments are suitable for you based on your symptoms and medical history.
Yes, you can self-refer to the audiology service at The Chiltern Hospital without needing a GP referral.
This allows you to arrange an assessment as soon as you notice changes in your hearing, rather than waiting for symptoms to progress. Early assessment is important, as identifying hearing issues promptly can help prevent further deterioration and support better long-term outcomes.
If you have already been referred by a GP or consultant, your audiologist will take this information into account during your assessment.
The cost of private audiology depends on the type of appointment and whether any further assessments or follow-up care are required.
You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.
Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.
Your appointment begins with a detailed discussion about your hearing concerns, medical history, and any symptoms you may be experiencing.
Your audiologist will ask about your lifestyle, including your work environment and any exposure to loud noise, as these factors can affect hearing over time.
A physical examination of your ears may be carried out before your hearing tests begin.
A series of tests will then be performed to assess your hearing. These are tailored to your symptoms and may include pure tone testing and speech recognition assessment.
Once your tests are complete, your audiologist will explain your results in detail. You will be advised whether your hearing is within a normal range or if further investigation or management is needed.
Depending on your results, this may include monitoring your hearing, further tests, or referral to a specialist if required.
The aim is to ensure you leave your appointment with a clear understanding of your hearing health and what happens next.
An audiology appointment typically lasts between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the type of assessment and whether additional tests are needed.
This allows enough time for a thorough evaluation, discussion of your results, and the opportunity to ask questions. Appointments are not rushed, ensuring your concerns are fully explored.
If follow-up appointments are recommended, these will be arranged at a convenient time for you.
People attend audiology appointments for a range of reasons, from mild concerns to more noticeable changes in hearing. You may benefit from seeing an audiologist if you notice any of the following:
Seeking an early assessment can help identify the underlying cause and ensure you receive the right support at the right time.
In the early stages of hearing changes, you might begin to notice subtle signs, such as struggling to keep up with conversations in background noise or needing to increase the volume on the television or phone. These changes can be gradual and easy to overlook at first.
As hearing loss progresses, it can become more difficult to understand speech clearly, particularly in group settings or when multiple people are speaking. You may find yourself concentrating more to follow conversations or relying on visual cues such as lip reading.
With more noticeable hearing changes, communication may become challenging even in quieter environments, and you may need to ask others to repeat themselves more frequently.
It’s important to remember that hearing loss is very common and, in many cases, can be managed effectively.
There are several different types of hearing loss, and understanding which one you have is an important step in finding the most effective treatment.
The main types include conductive hearing loss, which affects how sound travels through the outer or middle ear, and sensorineural hearing loss, which involves the inner ear or auditory nerve and is often linked to ageing or noise exposure. Some people may experience a combination of both, known as mixed hearing loss.
The causes can vary widely, from earwax build-up and infections to long-term changes in hearing or underlying medical conditions. Because each type affects hearing in a different way, a detailed assessment with an audiologist helps identify the cause and ensures your treatment is tailored to your specific needs.
Hearing can change over time, and some patients benefit from regular monitoring.
Your audiologist will advise whether follow-up assessments are recommended and how often they should take place. This helps identify any changes early and ensures appropriate steps are taken to support your hearing.
Ongoing care allows you to maintain confidence in your hearing and continue your daily activities with reassurance.
When you choose to go private with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
Going private for healthcare provides faster access to a vast range of treatment options, greater flexibility in choosing specialists, and more personalised care.
To book a consultation with an audiologist near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
Reception: 01494 890890
Mon-Fri: 7:30am-9pm
Sat: 7:30am-2pm
218 spaces
