Inner Ear Secrets Season 2 | Episode 4: Medical Considerations in Paediatric Hearing Loss

Hearing loss in children is not always straightforward. Sometimes it is part of a much bigger story that can be linked to genetic syndromes, medical complexity, or early life risk factors such as NICU admission or exposure to ototoxic medications.

In this episode, we speak with Dr Valerie Sung, paediatrician and childhood hearing loss expert, to explore what happens when audiology and medicine come together.

In this episode, we cover:

1. Syndromic and non-syndromic hearing loss
2. Key risk factors to watch for in clinic
3. Red flags that might signal deeper medical issues
4. How doctors and audiologists can work together for earlier intervention
5. Real life examples and practical insights for students and clinicians

(Dr Valerie Sung introduction at 3:25 )

Whether you are an audiology student, paediatric clinician, or simply curious about childhood hearing loss, this episode offers essential insights for anyone working with children or interested in paediatric care.