Ears, Nose and Throat
Program
Empowering our children’s hearing health for a brighter future.
About Ear Nose &Throat Program
Veronica Brady
Aboriginal Health Practitioner
What is the Ear Nose and Throat Program?
Our Ears, Nose, and Throat program is committed to safeguarding the ear health and hearing well-being of children within our community.
We provide comprehensive services such as hearing tests, educational health talks, and on-site school visits to monitor and assess children’s ear, nose, and throat health. Covering all schools within the PWHSAC footprint, we focus on children from Reception to Year 7. Through our collaboration with RDWA and Hearing Australia, we ensure that children receive timely treatment and advanced care, including the provision of hearing aids.
Additionally, we treat common nose and throat conditions, with ENT specialist Dr. John Wood visiting twice a year to deliver expert care. Referrals are facilitated when necessary, promoting optimal hearing health for our children in a convenient and accessible manner.
When and Where
The program operates through school visits and scheduled appointments. School visits provide accessible services directly within the schools, while appointments can be booked for more personalized care, including comprehensive ENT assessments. Dr. John Wood, the ENT specialist, visits the community twice a year to offer specialized care.
Eligibility
The eligibility for access to Pika Wiya Health Service is primarily limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people residing or visiting the Pika Wiya catchment area.
The program is available to all PWHSAC clients, new members, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families from Reception to Year 7.
Contact Information
To register your child or book an appointment, contact the Clinic Reception on (08) 8642 9991.