Audiology is the branch of science that deals with the examination, diagnosis and treatment of hearing and hearing loss. Specialists working in audiology are called audiologists. Audiologists use various tests to measure the causes and degree of hearing loss and use this information to recommend appropriate treatment methods for people with hearing loss.

Audiologists also carry out the controls of patients with hearing and balance problems with the help of special tests performed in accordance with the program determined by specialist otolaryngologists.

The audiology department also plays an important role in the management of hearing loss treatments such as hearing aids, cochlear implants, other hearing aids and rehabilitation programs.

Which Diseases Does Audiology Treat?

Hearing loss, dizziness, tinnitus, cochlear implants, hearing aids.

Which Tests Are Performed in Audiology?

Audiometry, speech tests, tympanometry, OAE (Otoacoustic Emission), ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response)