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Comprehensive hearing assessments and audiology services in Melbourne at 1st Health Hub, open seven days. Hearing tests, hearing aid discussions and tinnitus support are available on-site, with clear explanations and practical next steps. Book your hearing test online.
What We Do
What Does an Audiologist Do?
Our audiologist evaluates how you hear in everyday situations, how your ears and balance systems may be contributing to symptoms, and what support would be most useful. Care may include diagnostic hearing tests, plain-language discussion of results, hearing device options when appropriate, and strategies for tinnitus or sound sensitivity, coordinated with your goals and medical history.
Diagnostic hearing assessments
Thorough testing to understand hearing levels, speech clarity in noise where relevant, and how results relate to your symptoms, work demands and lifestyle.
Hearing aids and listening devices
Guidance on device styles, features and realistic expectations, plus follow-up tuning and support so technology fits the environments that matter to you.
Tinnitus and sound sensitivity
Assessment and practical strategies to reduce the impact of ringing or buzzing, alongside referral or co-management when medical review is appropriate.
Integrated care at 1st Health Hub
Onsite GPs and allied health make it easier to coordinate wax management, medical review, imaging or other services when your hearing or balance needs a team approach.
What Is Clinical Audiology?
Clinical audiology focuses on the assessment and rehabilitation of hearing and balance concerns using evidence-based tests and devices. Audiologists help you understand your results, explore suitable options, and build a plan that supports communication at home, work and in the community.
At 1st Health Hub in Melbourne, we take a practical, patient-centred approach: we prioritise what you are noticing day to day, set realistic goals, and adjust recommendations as your hearing needs change.
If symptoms suggest an urgent medical issue, sudden hearing loss, or care is better led by another specialist, we discuss the right referral pathway so you receive timely support.
Conditions We Support
We Help With a Wide Range of Hearing and Ear Health Concerns
Hearing loss and speech clarity
Support when hearing feels muffled, speech sounds unclear, or you struggle in groups and background noise, with testing to pinpoint contributing factors.
Tinnitus and persistent ear noise
Assessment and management planning when ringing, humming or pulsing sounds affect sleep, focus or mood, including habituation strategies and onward referral if needed.
Balance and dizziness concerns
Where appropriate, evaluation is coordinated with history and testing to clarify whether inner-ear or other causes need medical follow-up alongside audiology input.
Noise exposure and workplace hearing
Baseline and monitoring assessments for noisy environments, plus education on protection and safe listening habits.
Paediatric and school-age listening
Age-appropriate testing considerations and family-centred discussion when listening, learning or speech development raises questions.
Device reviews and fine-tuning
Follow-up appointments to adjust hearing aids or accessories, troubleshoot connectivity, and keep your listening setup aligned with real-world use.
How It Works
Your Path to
Your Hearing Care in 4 Steps
Starting audiology care at 1st Health Hub is straightforward. Here is the typical pathway from booking your hearing test through to a clearer plan for communication and comfort.
Book your hearing test
Book online. We are open seven days. Share your main concern and any prior hearing results so we can allow the right appointment length.
Comprehensive assessment
Your audiologist takes a focused history, performs the agreed tests, explains what each measure means, and outlines options before you commit to any device or plan.
Recommendations and devices
If hearing technology is suitable, we discuss styles, features and trial processes, with transparent next steps and time for questions.
Follow-up and long-term support
We review progress, refine settings, and revisit strategies as your listening environments change so you stay confident at work, home and social settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Hearing Care at 1st Health Hub
Everything you need to know before your first appointment.
Our team is happy to help. Use online booking or send a message and we will respond promptly.
Do I need a GP referral for a hearing test?
Often no referral is required for a routine hearing assessment. If your history suggests a medical ear condition, sudden hearing change, or specialist care is more appropriate, we will guide you on the next step.
What happens during a hearing assessment?
We review symptoms and health background, examine the ears when indicated, and complete the tests agreed for your presentation. You receive a clear summary of findings and what they mean for communication, devices or follow-up.
Will testing hurt or damage my hearing?
Standard hearing tests are safe and comfortable. You will be asked to respond to tones or speech signals at levels designed for assessment, without harming your hearing.
How long does an appointment take?
Timing depends on the appointment type and tests required. Many assessments fit within a focused session; complex cases may need a longer visit or a follow-up. Our team will advise when you book.
Can I discuss hearing aids at the same clinic?
Yes. If results support hearing devices, we can outline options, trials where available, and realistic timelines. You are involved in each decision before any order or fitting.
Do you help with tinnitus?
Many people with tinnitus benefit from assessment, education and sound-management strategies. We also identify when medical review is important, especially with sudden onset, pulsatile tinnitus or one-sided symptoms.
Is audiology covered by private health insurance?
Many Australian extras policies include audiology or hearing-device benefits depending on your fund and level of cover. Bring your membership details and we can help you understand likely rebates and any gap.
Can I see an audiologist and a GP on the same day?
Often yes, subject to availability. Same-day GP access can help with medical concerns, wax management, certificates or investigations that complement your hearing care.