Pediatric Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations in El Paso, TX

At Desert Peak Hearing and Balance Clinic, we know how critical hearing is to a child’s growth and development. From learning language to building social connections, the ability to hear clearly plays a vital role in every stage of childhood. That’s why we offer specialized Pediatric Diagnostic Hearing Evaluations designed to detect hearing issues early and provide the support your child needs to thrive.

Our board-certified audiologists are experienced in working with infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents, using age-appropriate techniques and advanced diagnostic technology to deliver accurate, reliable results. Whether you’ve noticed signs of hearing difficulty, ear infections, speech delay, or your child failed a hearing screening we’re here to help you find answers and peace of mind.

When Should Your Child Have a Hearing Evaluation?

  • Your child doesn’t respond consistently to sounds or their name.

  • You notice delayed speech or unclear speech development.

  • Your child turns up the volume on the TV or tablet frequently.

  • Teachers have mentioned inattention or trouble following directions.

  • Your child has a history of frequent ear infections.

  • There’s a family history of hearing loss.

Early detection is key to helping children reach critical developmental milestones. Even mild hearing loss can impact language skills, learning, and social development, so it’s important to address concerns as soon as they arise.

Pediatric Hearing Evaluation Process

We provide a warm, child-friendly environment to make testing as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Our team tailors every evaluation to your child’s age, developmental level, and ability to participate, using engaging methods that keep their attention and ensure accurate results.

Step 1: Parent Consultation and Medical History

We start by talking with you about your child’s medical history, developmental milestones, and any concerns you have about their hearing, speech, or behavior. This helps us understand what factors might be contributing to possible hearing difficulties.

Step 2: Age-Appropriate Pure Tone Audiometry

Using specialized behavioral techniques, we assess your child’s ability to hear different frequencies and volumes. This testing helps us determine the health of your child’s hearing. Depending on their age, this may include:

  • Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA): For infants and toddlers, we use lighted toys or animated videos to reward them for responding to sounds.

  • Conditioned Play Audiometry (CPA): For preschool and young school-aged children, we make the evaluation feel like a game, such as placing a block in a bucket when a sound is heard.

Step 3: Speech Audiometry

Speech understanding is critical for language development. This test measures how well your child can detect and recognize speech sounds, helping us assess how their hearing affects their ability to learn and communicate.

Step 4: Tympanometry

Middle ear issues like fluid buildup or eustachian tube dysfunction are common in children and can cause temporary hearing loss. Tympanometry is a quick, painless test that measures how well the eardrum moves and helps identify any middle ear problems.

Step 5: Acoustic Reflex Testing

This evaluates how the small muscles in the middle ear respond to loud sounds and provides additional information about the auditory nerve and brainstem pathways involved in hearing.

Step 6: Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Testing

This test measures the response of the inner ear’s outer hair cells to sound. OAE testing is particularly helpful for newborns and young children who can’t yet participate in behavioral hearing tests. It provides objective data about cochlear health and hearing function with ear specific results.

After the Evaluation: Clear Results and Next Steps

Once testing is complete, our audiologists will walk you through the results in simple, easy-to-understand language. You’ll receive a complete report that explains:

  • Whether hearing loss is present and, if so, its type and severity.

  • How your child’s hearing might be impacting their speech and learning.

  • Recommendations for next steps, which may include medical referral, early intervention services, or amplification (hearing aids).

We’ll answer all your questions and work with you to develop a plan that supports your child’s hearing health and overall development.

Why Choose Desert Peak Hearing and Balance Clinic for Your Child’s Care?

  • Board-Certified Audiologists with Pediatric Expertise

  • A Comfortable, Family-Friendly Environment

  • Age-Appropriate Testing for Accurate Results

  • Personalized Care and Ongoing Support

  • Trusted by Families and Pediatricians Throughout El Paso

We’re committed to helping your child hear clearly, communicate confidently, and reach their full potential.

Schedule Your Child’s Hearing Evaluation Today

Don’t wait to get the answers your family needs. If you have concerns about your child’s hearing, speech development, or behavior, our team is here to help. Early detection makes all the difference in supporting healthy growth and development.