Every appointment is led by Dr Bardy personally. Below is the full range of assessments and treatments available at Bristol Hearing Clinic.
A thorough diagnostic appointment combining pure-tone audiometry, speech-in-noise testing, tympanometry and middle-ear reflexes. Suitable for adults and children able to participate in behavioural testing. You will leave with a clear audiogram, a plain-English explanation of your results, and an evidence-based plan if treatment is indicated.
Independent prescription, fitting and aftercare across all major manufacturers — Phonak, Oticon, Widex, Signia, ReSound and Starkey. Real-ear measurement is performed at every fitting to ensure the device is calibrated precisely to your prescription. Includes follow-up visits and fine-tuning across the first 90 days.
For children and adults who struggle to follow conversation in noise despite normal hearing thresholds. Uses an internationally recognised battery of tests examining temporal processing, dichotic listening, and figure-ground discrimination. Includes a detailed report and tailored management recommendations for home, school or workplace.
Objective tests of hearing function — Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR), Auditory Steady-State Response (ASSR) and Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE). Used for infants, young children, and adults where behavioural testing is not possible or where retrocochlear pathology must be ruled out. Performed using clinical-grade equipment with paediatric and adult protocols.
Safe, gentle wax removal under direct vision using a binocular microscope and low-pressure suction. No drops or pre-treatment required in most cases. A pre-procedure otoscopy assessment is included. Same-day appointments are routinely available.
A structured assessment pathway followed by evidence-based therapeutic intervention — including sound therapy, counselling-based approaches and habituation programmes. Dr Bardy is an internationally published tinnitus researcher and founder of MindEar, a digital tinnitus therapy platform.
Transparent pricing, no hidden costs. Itemised receipts provided for insurance reimbursement claims.
Hearing aids and accessories are quoted separately following assessment. Payment by card or bank transfer on the day of appointment.
Private medical insuranceDirect billing available for most major insurers — you pay nothing on the day. Please obtain pre-authorisation from your insurer before your appointment and bring your authorisation reference and membership number. If your insurer is not listed or direct billing is not available for your policy, we will provide an itemised receipt for straightforward reimbursement.