If you have ascertained that your child suffers from hearing loss, there are specialists who can offer you support and information. There is a growing number of services for children with hearing loss which appreciate and respect the role of the family. As the child’s parents, your opinions and requirements are of utmost importance. Your family physician is the first point of contact, but you may encounter a range of specialists who offer expertise in various areas.

Below you will find a list of the specialists you may come across.

Audiologist
A specialist who deals with all aspects of auditory perception (audiology, i.e. the science of hearing). An audiologist provides services connected with the prevention, assessment and rehabilitation of hearing loss and related communication problems.

Educational audiologist
An audiologist who specializes in the hearing requirements of children in all kinds of educational institutions.

Pediatric audiologist
An audiologist who is trained in selecting and fitting hearing instruments to infants and children.

ENT specialist
A physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating ear, nose and throat complaints. Normally it is the ENT specialist who diagnoses a hearing loss. ENT means “Ear-Nose-Throat” specialist. Your family physician will provide you with information about this.

Speech therapist, Speech-language pathologist or Logopedic specialist
A specialist who is trained to provide services connected with prevention, assessment and rehabilitation in cases of speech and language disorders.

Pediatrician
A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the care and development of children, including assessing their state of health, plus diagnosing and treating their illnesses.

Psychologist
A psychologist studies human behavior and offers support to children and their families during difficult phases. Psychologists may also specialize in certain areas, such as school or training.