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Audiologists who are members of the New Zealand Audiological Society (MNZAS)
are specialists at diagnosing hearing problems and the non-medical treatment of
hearing loss. Treatment options include hearing aids, assistive listening
devices, counselling and education in listening skills.
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You can access funding through the ACC, Environment Support Services,
Government Subsidies, Work and Income NZ and War Pensions as
your MNZAS Audiologist is an approved service provider.
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All MNZAS Audiologists are University qualified with a Master of Audiology
Degree or equivalent.
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When you see a MNZAS Audiologist you can be confident that they are familiar
with current practices, research and technology.
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All MNZAS Audiologists abide by a strict Code of Ethics (download a copy here) to ensure you receive
the best possible care.
If you feel that an MNZAS Audiologist has breached the Code of Ethics, you can make a complaint by following the NZAS Consumer Complaint Process.
A copy of this process and the appropriate form to use, can be downloaded here.
All health professionals must also abide by the guidelines set out by the New Zealand Health and Disability Commissioner. Use this link to access the relevant
document
Complaints Board Procedure
The NZAS Complaints Board has set procedure that it must follow when investigating a complaint. Details on this can be downloaded here.
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MNZAS audiologists work closely with a range of Health professionals such as
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Specialists, GPs, Speech Language Therapists,
Hearing Therapists and Advisors of Deaf and Hearing Impaired Children.
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Many MNZAS Audiologists specialise in treating tinnitus and reduced sound
tolerance.
It’s never too early or too late to see a Member of the
New Zealand Audiological Society. We are here to help you hear!
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