Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary

Here are the latest details we have for the tinnitus service at Dumfries and Galloway Royal 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?

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

ENT/Audiology

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

6-8

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

ENT

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

Which staff members are involved in your tinnitus service?

Senior Audiologist

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
Hearing Aids

Do you offer any of the following to tinnitus patients?

Counselling

Yes

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