Last updated 2017

Here are the latest details we have for the tinnitus service at Cumberland Infirmary.

To be seen at this hospital, you need to be referred by your GP.

To access the tinnitus service does a patient need to have had an appointment at ENT?

YES

In which department would a tinnitus patient's first appointment/referral be?

ENT / Audiovestibular medicine

What is the average waiting time for this appointment in weeks?

12

After the first appointment, if necessary, where would a tinnitus patient be referred on to?

Audiology                                            

What is the average waiting time for this appointment in weeks?

6

Which staff members are involved in your tinnitus service?

Senior Audiologist/ Audiologist/ENT Consultant

 

Please indicate what equipment is available for tinnitus patients in your department?

Device	Keep, loan, demo	Any other details
Ear level white noise generators	Keep

 

Do you offer any of the following to tinnitus patients?

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy	Yes
Mindfulness	Yes
Relaxation exercises	Yes