• 50 Harvey Brown , Milton Park, Harare
Early Detection, Brighter Futures

Protecting the Gift of Sound from Day One

A child's world is built on sound—the sound of a parent's voice, the music of play, and the building blocks of language. At Echo Audiology Centre, we specialize in gentle, non-invasive hearing evaluations for infants and children, ensuring that no developmental milestone is missed.

Specialized Testing for Every Stage

Newborn Screening (OAE)

Performed while the baby sleeps. We use Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) to check the inner ear's response to sound. Fast, painless, and vital.

Play Audiometry

For toddlers and preschoolers, we turn hearing tests into a game. Children perform a task (like dropping a block) when they hear a sound.

ABR (Auditory Brain Stem Response)

For toddlers and preschoolers, we turn hearing tests into a game. Children perform a task (like dropping a block) when they hear a sound.

Visual Reinforcement (VRA)

For infants aged 6 months to 2 years. We use animated toys and lights to reinforce their natural head-turn response to sound.

School Readiness Checks

Comprehensive diagnostic PTA for school-aged children to ensure hearing isn't a barrier to classroom learning and social success.

The Critical Window: Hearing and Speech

The first three years of life are the most intensive period for acquiring speech and language skills. If a child has even a mild hearing loss, they may struggle to distinguish the subtle sounds of language (like "s" vs "sh" or "t" vs "k").

At our Milton Park clinic, we look beyond the ears. We evaluate how your child is processing sound to prevent:

  • Delayed Speech Development: Identifying issues before they become permanent gaps.
  • Social Isolation: Ensuring children can hear and interact with their peers.
  • Auditory Processing Issues: Checking how the brain interprets sound, not just what the ear hears.

Is Your Child Hearing? A Parent’s Guide

Age Range Typical Response
0-4 Months Startles to loud noises; calms at a familiar voice.
4-9 Months Turns eyes/head toward sound; begins babbling.
9-15 Months Responds to their name; mimics simple sounds.
15-24 Months Follows simple commands; has a small vocabulary of words.

Our Child-Friendly Environment

We know that a clinical setting can be scary for a little one. Our Milton Park facility is designed to be welcoming and "fear-free." We take our time with pediatric appointments, allowing for breaks and play to ensure we get the most accurate results in a stress-free environment.

"Because every child deserves to hear the sound of their parent's 'I love you' clearly."