Last updated 2019

Here is the latest details we have for the tinnitus service at the Nobles Hospital on the Isle of Man.

Nobles Hospital

Douglas

Isle of Man, IM4 4RJ

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

Audiology

What is the average waiting time for a patient's first appointment (in weeks):

6

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

No

If no, how does a patient arrange to be seen at your tinnitus service

Self Referral and GP Referral

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?

• Head of Audiology
• Senior Audiologist
• Audiologist

What equipment is available for tinnitus patients in your department?

• Ear level white noise generators – on loan
• Table top sound therapy devices - demonstration
• Pillow speakers - demonstration
• Sound pillows - demonstration
• CDs – to keep

The following are offered to tinnitus patients:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Mindfulness
• Relaxation exercises
• Stress management