If you hear ringing, buzzing or another sound without an obvious external source, we can review your hearing, explain the findings and discuss an individual support pathway.
Tinnitus is the experience of sound that is not coming from the surrounding environment. It may be occasional or persistent and can be heard in one ear, both ears or more generally.
Its impact differs from person to person—particularly in quiet environments, during sleep or when concentrating. A careful assessment helps us understand your symptoms, hearing and priorities before recommending practical next steps.
People describe tinnitus in many ways. The sound and its effect can change over time, and one person’s experience may be very different from another’s.
Your appointment begins with a conversation about the tinnitus, when it started, how it changes and how it affects sleep, concentration, communication and everyday life.
The aim is to understand your individual experience—not simply the sound itself.
The exact assessment depends on your symptoms and clinical history. Your clinician will explain each step and answer your questions.
A hearing and ear-health review can help identify whether hearing changes are present and whether another clinical or medical pathway is appropriate.
There is no single approach that is right for everyone. Recommendations depend on the assessment findings, the effect tinnitus has on your life and your individual priorities.
Support may include education, practical listening or sound strategies, hearing support where hearing loss is present, and guidance for managing tinnitus in daily life.
Do not wait for a routine tinnitus appointment when symptoms are sudden, severe or associated with other concerning changes. Seek prompt medical assessment if tinnitus:
Our independent hearing care team combines detailed assessment with realistic, patient-centred support. Principal Audiologist Jithin Jacob is a qualified Tinnitus Retraining Therapist.
Welfast Hearing is your trusted independent hearing wellness team across the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie. We help you reconnect with the sounds and people that matter most.
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