About Southsea Ear Clinic
The Southsea Ear Clinic was established in 2021 in response to the ever increasing difficulty of finding safe, effective and accessible ear wax removal.
As an audiologist in the NHS I was seeing patients on a daily basis with wax problems affecting their hearing, especially those with hearing aids. And with GP surgeries not offering ear syringing routinely anymore it was a huge problem for many people.
I decided to use my experience to set up Southsea Ear Clinic in order to help people with this frustrating issue.
Over time, at the request of several patients, the service evolved to include hearing assessments and hearing aids. I am very proud of what we have achieved since then!
In 2023 we moved into our brand new clinic on Landport terrace where we have a dedicated room for hearing tests and hearing aid fittings, together with a dedicated microsuction room. Our aim is to offer a truly patient centred service with expert audiological care.
Southsea Ear Clinic is owned and run by Becky Guarracino, BSc Hons Audiology.
Bio
My name is Becky and I am an audiologist and mum to 2 children.
I started studying for a degree in Audiology at The University of Southampton in 2005 and qualified in 2009. I lived in Southsea but worked at Worthing Hospital for many years, followed by 2 years at Queen Alexandra hospital Portsmouth where I worked from 2020-2022 before leaving to concentrate entirely on Southsea Ear Clinic.
Over the years I have worked in all aspects of audiology in the NHS. I also worked part-time for another private microsuction company before setting up Southsea Ear Clinic.
The thing I love the most about working for myself now is being able to offer the kind of hearing aid service I had always wanted to, but with the pressures on the NHS, often felt out of reach.
I am now able to decide how long to spend with patients based on their needs. This has allowed me to create a truly patient centred service. My goal is for all my patients to feel happy, confident and supported.
Our Serivces
Hearing Assessment
from £50
Choose Between:
- a 30 min hearing assessment (for those who require the test part only)
- or our 90 minute full hearing assessment for those considering the possibility of hearing aids. At this appointment we will explore in more depth your hearing difficulties, lifestyle and needs and there will be a chance to try some hearing aids if you wish
Hearing Aids
from £2395
- We have 4 levels of technology for you to choose from, from a range of different manufacturers
- We offer comprehensive warranty and aftercare packages including microsuction ear wax removal
- Your hearing aids will be fitted by our highly experienced audiologist using the very latest technology.
- Full aftercare and support whenever you need it
Microsuction
from £50
- Consultation with the audiologist to determine your issues and ear health history
- Video otoscopy - you will be offered the chance to view your ear canals on the iPad
- Ear wax removal from one or both ears via microsuction
- If necessary, and if the audiologist felt if would be safer or more comfortable, we may use a gentle form of irrigation to clear any remaining wax - your suitability for this would be discussed with you first
- Aftercare advice and onward referral if necessary
Home visits for hearing assessments and hearing aids available on request