Referral Sources
- Audiologists - An audiologist is a professional who diagnoses, treats, and manages individuals with hearing loss or balance problems. For more information, please see: American Academy of Audiology: What is an Audiologist?
- To locate an audiologist:
- Contact UIC-Division of Specialized Care for Children at: 800-322-3722 to find a newborn hearing follow-up provider in Illinois
- Search EHDI-PALS for providers across the country
- To locate an audiologist:
- Otolaryngologists - Physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT). For more information, please see: American Academy of Otolaryngology: What Is An Otolaryngologist?
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program provides free resources for families.
Click HERE to find sample questions to ask providers.
