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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.
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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