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Professional Audiologist in Toronto For Hearing Care
Our clinic
Bloor Hearing Clinic in Toronto is an independently owned full service audiology clinic located at in the bustling Bloor and Dufferin neighborhood.
We work with all brands of hearing aids. Unlike corporate clinics, we are not affiliated with only one manufacturer.
When you visit our clinic, you can expect reliable, comprehensive and personalized audiology care.
Owner and Audiologist
Rebecca is a registered Audiologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). She holds a Master of Science degree from the University of Southampton, and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto.
Rebecca’s extensive professional background includes work in Mount Sinai Hospital Audiology department, various private practices, and clinical rotation at the South England Cochlear Implant center.
Rebecca cares about her patients and is passionate about delivering the highest standard of clinical care with the latest technology.
Our Services
Hearing test
We perform hearing test for adults and children, infant hearing screening, as well as industry hearing test for job applications and Toronto Police academy application.
Wax removal
Excessive earwax blocks the ear canal, and cause a host of issues such as discomfort, inflammation, decrease in hearing, headaches, and infection. Ear wax removal prevents these serious outcomes.
Hearing aids
We are an independent clinic and maintain no affiliation with one manufacturer. We carry all major manufacturers and select hearing aids based solely on the individual patient’s needs.
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Custom ear plugs
we offer custom swim, noise, sleep, and musician ear plugs tailored to each patient.
Tinnitus (ringing in ears)
Tinnitus is when you experience noises in one or both of your ears. Tinnitus is a common problem. It affects about 15% to 20% of the population, and is especially common in older adults.
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Signs of hearing loss
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- Difficulty following a conversation especially in noisy places (i.e. restaurant, crowd)
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- Difficulty talking over the phone, tend to use the speaker phone
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- People are mumbling, you can hear them but can’t make out what they say
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- Tinnitus, ringing in the ears
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- TV volume is too high for your family members but ok for you
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- Tend to avoid social situations, or get nervous you won't understand what is being said
FAQ
An audiologist's formative education is a Master’s or Doctoral degree. They are regulated by the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). Audiologist’s scope of practice includes diagnosing and treating of hearing loss for adults and children, prescribing and dispensing hearing aids, cerumen management (ear wax removal), and diagnosing and treatment of vestibular balance issues. They work in various settings such as hospital, private practices or University research programs.
Hearing instrument specialists complete a program offered by a college and offer adult hearing tests and hearing aid dispensing. They are represented by an association, but not regulated by a college. The difference between the two is an association represent members’ interests while a regulatory college represents the public’s interests.
OHIP no longer cover ear wax removal. Fee for ear wax removal is $95. If after otoscopy we discover there is no wax the fee is $45 for the office visit. Wax removal, also known as cerumen management is often performed by a health care professional that is trained in the procedure. For instance an otolaryngologist, ear nose and throat (ENT) doctors, audiologists, or hearing instrument specialists.
Hearing Test (Over 60) | Free |
Hearing Test (Under 60) | $90 |
Pediatric Hearing Test (Under 18) | $110 |
Industrial Hearing Test (i.e. Toronto Police) | $125 |
Ear Wax removal | $95 |
Office Visit | $45 |
Tinnitus consultation | $90 |
Custom Ear plugs (sleep, noise, musician) | $250+ |
Hearing aid prices depend on the type of hearing aids a patient chooses after a complete hearing test and assessment. They range from $2500-$4500* per pair. The price of the hearing aid also includes 3 years manufacture warranty, 2 years loss and damage warranty, and lifetime in clinic services. Chat with us to learn about our offerings.
*After ADP government funding
Although some audiologists completed a clinical doctoral degree, audiologist are not medical doctors. Audiologists have a master’s and/or doctoral degree and are regulated health professionals governed by the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario.
Audiologist’s scope of practice includes diagnosing and treating of hearing loss for adults and pediatric patients, recommend and program hearing aids, cerumen management (ear wax removal), and diagnosing and treatment of vestibular balance issues. They work in various settings such as hospital, private practices, or University research programs.
OHIP covers hearing aids to some extend. The Assistive Device Program (ADP) covers up to $1000 ($500 per ear) every 3-5 years. Bloor hearing clinic will handle all application paperwork for patients to access funding so patients do not need to pay this amount when purchasing the hearing aids. We will work with you to find the best suited hearing aids for your lifestyle and budget, and offer flexible payment plans.
OHIP does not cover hearing tests or ear wax removal in audiology clinics. The good news is most insurance with work or private insurance plans do cover audiology services and our clinic will provide patients with a detailed invoice for insurance claim. We can also help you find our what your coverage is.
Ear wax removal may be uncomfortable, but should not be painful. Properly softened and emulsified wax can be removed easily and without pain. In some cases of severe blockage such as earwax impaction, patients may feel discomfort.
To experience the least discomfort during earwax removal, we recommend patients to soften the earwax at home with oil or special drops that we carry in the clinic. This will ensure a painless procedure at the clinic. Our audiologist is very experienced and have dealt with removal of impacted wax and deeply lodged foreign objects such as bracelet bead (the things you find in a child’s ears)!
Services
Hearing Test
Hearing tests check a person's ability to hear the loudness and pitch of sounds.
Wax removal
"Wax removal" typically refers to the process of removing excess earwax (cerumen) from the ear canal.
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A hearing aid is a device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss.
Custom ear plugs
"Custom earplugs" refer to earplugs that are specially designed and made to fit the unique shape and size of an individual's ears.
Tinnitus (ringing in ears)
Tinnitus is a condition characterized by the perception of sound in the ears when no external sound source is present.
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A hearing aid is a device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss.
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Getting Here
1076 Bloor St W
Toronto M6H 1M6
2 minutes walk from Dufferin Subway. If driving, Green P parking is just around the corner North of Bloor on Bartlett Ave
Opening Hours
Saturday:By appointment
Sunday: Closed