Hearing Aids/audiologists

[tutone]

I wear hearing aids and would like to know about anyones recommendations or experiences with audiologists and hearing aid repair/replacement in Thailand. I will be staying in Udon for about 6 months starting in November and for me the loss of a hearing aid can be a real problem. I have thought about buying a backup set here in the states but thought that the cost might be substantially less in Thailand. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[tutone]

Guess I'm the only one in LOS with a hearing loss

[lopburi3]

Probably. Guess most of us feel that is an advantage at times.

I suspect prices will not be cheap as it is not a consumer item. I know there is an office selling them in Vejthani Hospital but never seen anyone buying.

[Thanyaburi Mac]

I wear hearing aids and would like to know about anyones recommendations or experiences with audiologists and hearing aid repair/replacement in Thailand. I will be staying in Udon for about 6 months starting in November and for me the loss of a hearing aid can be a real problem. I have thought about buying a backup set here in the states but thought that the cost might be substantially less in Thailand. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Here's just one source of info, reckon most major hospitals would also have their sources.

Mac

http://www.thaiwaysmagazine.com/bangkok_ad...th_hrc/hrc.html

Digital Hearing Aids Centre

Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy Clinic

Eartone (Thailand) Co.,Ltd.

(former HRC Co., Ltd. - Hearing Research and Consultant)

Head Office: Ear Eye Nose Throat and Hearing Centre

20 Sukhumvit 22, Opposite Imperial Queen's Park Hotel, Bangkok 10110

Tel. +66 (0) 2258 2348, 0 2259 2502 Mobile. +66 (0)8 9116 4060

Fax.+66 (0) 2663 4058

e-mail : [email protected]

website : www.eartone.com

Pattaya Branch: Ear Nose Throat Clinic (Dr. Isares)

128/88 Moo 9 Pattaya Klang, Pattaya 3 Road, Chonburi 10600

Tel. +66 (0)8 9485 9580

Operated by Manut Utoomprurkporn, M.D.

Board of Otolaryngology

Hearing Specialist

[tutone]

Thanks thanyaburimac and lopburi3. I sort of figured that maybe Bangkok would be the place, but when I get to Udon I will check with the hospitals there if the need arises. Thanks again.

[Dakhar]

I wear hearing aids and would like to know about anyones recommendations or experiences with audiologists and hearing aid repair/replacement in Thailand. I will be staying in Udon for about 6 months starting in November and for me the loss of a hearing aid can be a real problem. I have thought about buying a backup set here in the states but thought that the cost might be substantially less in Thailand. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

You could consult with the only Doctorate level American trained audiologist in Thailand. That would be me....

[Dakhar]

I wear hearing aids and would like to know about anyones recommendations or experiences with audiologists and hearing aid repair/replacement in Thailand. I will be staying in Udon for about 6 months starting in November and for me the loss of a hearing aid can be a real problem. I have thought about buying a backup set here in the states but thought that the cost might be substantially less in Thailand. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Here's just one source of info, reckon most major hospitals would also have their sources.

Mac

http://www.thaiwaysmagazine.com/bangkok_ad...th_hrc/hrc.html

Digital Hearing Aids Centre

Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy Clinic

Eartone (Thailand) Co.,Ltd.

(former HRC Co., Ltd. - Hearing Research and Consultant)

Head Office: Ear Eye Nose Throat and Hearing Centre

20 Sukhumvit 22, Opposite Imperial Queen's Park Hotel, Bangkok 10110

Tel. +66 (0) 2258 2348, 0 2259 2502 Mobile. +66 (0)8 9116 4060

Fax.+66 (0) 2663 4058

e-mail : [email protected]

website : www.eartone.com

Pattaya Branch: Ear Nose Throat Clinic (Dr. Isares)

128/88 Moo 9 Pattaya Klang, Pattaya 3 Road, Chonburi 10600

Tel. +66 (0)8 9485 9580

Operated by Manut Utoomprurkporn, M.D.

Board of Otolaryngology

Hearing Specialist

FYI the given source is not an Audiologist, and ENT "YES," and "audiologist "No." As far as I know, there is no such thing as a "Hearing Specialist." No degrees etc that state "Hearing Specialist" and in Thailand there is no BCHIS at this time. BCHIS is means, Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist, which in America the criteria for that is a H.School diploma and a 1 or 2 year aprenticeship under a someone with a BCHIS. A individual with a BCHIS is commonly refered to as a hearing aid dealer, and sometimes they like to call themselves "Hearing Specialist" among many other terms.. ie Audioprostheologist

more on that http://www.audiology.org/publications/docu...osthologist.htm

ENT and Audiology training is vastly different. For example, a doctorate in Audiology means just that..... a doctorate in a specific area, while an ENT must focus on Ear, Nose and Throat in essentially the same amount of academic time. Then in practice the ENT again focusses on the Ears - Nose & Throat, while and audiologist, day in and day out, focusses on one area, the auditory system.

[salty]

Just stumbled on this thread. I also wear hearing aids and bought digital hearing aids a few years ago in Soi 22 Bangkok. I find the people there very friendly and helpful. I get my ears cleaned every few months when in Bkk. I also get hearing aids cleaned.

[phetaroi]

I also wear hearing aids once in a while. Mine are Bernafon, and I am looking for the little wax filters they require (I think Oticon may work, as well).

[Dakhar]

I also wear hearing aids once in a while. Mine are Bernafon, and I am looking for the little wax filters they require (I think Oticon may work, as well).

Contace Intemex (sp) for your Bernafon and Oticon needs. Small co. but owned by a polite woman, that got her hearin aid dealers license out of Australia. So she does have a fair amount of English.

[Thanyaburi Mac]

I also wear hearing aids once in a while. Mine are Bernafon, and I am looking for the little wax filters they require (I think Oticon may work, as well).

Contace Intemex (sp) for your Bernafon and Oticon needs. Small co. but owned by a polite woman, that got her hearin aid dealers license out of Australia. So she does have a fair amount of English.

"Intemex?" Some strange www sites pop up in a web search. Try the spelling again?

Mac

[Thanyaburi Mac]

I also wear hearing aids once in a while. Mine are Bernafon, and I am looking for the little wax filters they require (I think Oticon may work, as well).

Contace Intemex (sp) for your Bernafon and Oticon needs. Small co. but owned by a polite woman, that got her hearin aid dealers license out of Australia. So she does have a fair amount of English.

"Intemex?" Some strange www sites pop up in a web search. Try the spelling again?

Mac

Ah, ha, Mr Google comes through again.

Mac

Thailand

Intimex Company Limited

146/2-3 Visuthikasat Rd.

Bangkok 10200

Tel.: (66) 2 2817909

Fax: (66) 2 279 3031

E-mail: [email protected]

DMED Hearing Center

326, 326/3-4 Sukhothai Rd.

Suanchitladda

Dusit

Bangkok 10300

Tel.: (66) 2668 1300 3

Website: www.dmedhearing.com

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

And for Bernafon:

Intimex Co. Ltd.

Ms. Darat Setchaibodee

78/16 Praram 6 Road

Samsen-nai, Phayathai

10400 Bangkok

Tel. +66 2 279 30 30

Fax +66 2 279 30 31

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[Dakhar]

I have never heard of Intimex indulging in any shaddy bussines practices...

But that said, this is not and endorcement, I can only vouch for my work.

[lopburi3]

Some strange www sites pop up in a web search

Believe he was commenting on a search returning Mexican and Vietnam sites.

[kokesaat]

I'd be interested in knowing how prices of hearing aids in Thailand compare to the US/elsewhere. Also, any updated suggestions on places to go/not to go in Bangkok would be appreciated.

I'm a military veteran with a service-connected hearing loss (moderate) and would like to find a good hearing aid/clinic to address my needs.

[phetaroi]

I'd be interested in knowing how prices of hearing aids in Thailand compare to the US/elsewhere. Also, any updated suggestions on places to go/not to go in Bangkok would be appreciated.

I'm a military veteran with a service-connected hearing loss (moderate) and would like to find a good hearing aid/clinic to address my needs.

The Intimex people were not efficient to deal with on the phone at all. Just as they ignored emails (why have a website and email address if your company ignores it), conversations on the phone went no where and callbacks never occurred. This went on for several weeks, all to no conclusion. And BTW, not a language problem...my Thai SO was making the calls for me...a business person.

I finally went to the Intimex "store" at the modern office building right at the Lumphini subway station...don't remember the name of the building, but it is mostly health-related companies and stores. Once there they were very helpful...cleaned my hearing aids, installed the wax filters, and stocked me up on batteries.

[MWasovsky]

If you want to get qualitative and reliable hearing aid you'll have to pay about $5000. The price can vary frov $2000 to $5000. Of course you can find much cheaper but remember you run risk not only the quality and your ear as well. Who is interested here you can find a lot of comments http://hearing-aids.pissedconsumer.com/

[kokesaat]

I struck out trying to find a capable hearing aid shop in Udon or Khonkaen. Looks like I'll have to travel to Bangkok to find a shop that can answer detailed questions about various hearing aids. I've read the Eartone, 20 Sukhumvit 22, comments. If anyone has any other experience to offer.....I'm all ears (what's left of them).

If I'm going to pluck down a wad of cash, I'd prefer dealing with a shop that has capable salespeople handling their products.

All comments/pms welcome

[suhana]

Hey Friends

My motherinlaw recently went to India and she misplaced her hearing aid in one ear so we have to purchase one there.People were very nice we have given them her address where she was they have gone there checked her ears and it was 40% less than here in USA so it would probally be the same for you.Heres the Clinic info

Perhaps try calling them for some Info.

Center for Hearing Aids

Sandeep Malhautra

E-32, Hauz Khas Market

New Delhi - 110016, INDIA

Mobile : 0091 9810074489

Sorry cant help you out with Delhi, India info

Good Luck