Audiologist Cape Town | Hearing test Cape Town
Elbé Boshoff Audiology offers hearing tests for babies, children, and adults in Cape Town.
We with the fitting process of hearing instruments, hearing protection, occupational hearing services and processing disorders.
About the Audiologist
Elbé Boshoff spent eight years of her professional career in the United States. After graduating from Washington University in St. Louis/Central Institute for the Deaf she completed a year as a Clinical Fellow at the House Ear Clinic, Inc. in Los Angeles.
After that she worked as a clinical audiologist at the University of Missouri- Columbia where she was involved in a broad range of clinical audiological services. She was also in charge of the cochlear implant program.
She then spent three years as a research associate at the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
She has been in private practice in South Africa since 2003.
Professional Affiliations
- Fellow, American Academy of Audiology
- American Speech Language and Hearing Association- certified member in Audiology
- South African Association of Audiologists (Branch chairperson 2010/2011)
- Health Professions Council of South Africa- Registered Speech Language Therapist and Audiologist
- The First South African Vestibular Assessment and Rehabilitation Therapy Short Course, University of Cape Town (2009)
Hearing instruments and frequently asked questions
- Read more here Hearing instruments about our hearing technologies.
- Also, see our Frequently Asked Questions.
10 Signs You Might Need a Hearing Test
Hearing loss often creeps up slowly, making it easy to miss early warning signs. Catching the problem early can make a big difference. Here are the signs you should not ignore:
- People sound like they are mumbling.
- You keep asking people to repeat themselves.
- You struggle to hear conversations in noisy places.
- You turn the TV or radio up louder than others prefer.
- You find phone calls harder to follow.
- You avoid social events because hearing is too hard.
- You feel tired after conversations.
- You miss everyday sounds.
- You misunderstand what people say.
- Family or friends point out your hearing loss.
If it often seems like others aren’t speaking clearly, the issue may not be their speech.
Needing words repeated now and then is normal. It might point to a hearing problem if it happens often.
Restaurants, cafés, and busy streets can become confusing if your ears aren’t picking up sounds properly.
If family members or friends complain about the volume, your hearing could be slipping.
Phones cut out some sound frequencies. It may not be the phone’s fault if you’re struggling more than before.
Choosing to stay home instead of joining friends can sometimes be linked to embarrassment or frustration over hearing issues.
Working harder to listen and fill in gaps can leave you feeling drained without realising why.
Birdsong, a ticking clock, or footsteps may fade without you noticing. Losing these small sounds is often an early sign.
Hearing parts of a sentence wrong can lead to awkward or confusing moments, especially if it happens often.
Loved ones often notice changes before you do. Trust their observations.
About Cape Town
Cape Town is a coastal city in South Africa, set between mountains and sea, known for its natural beauty and cultural mix. Table Mountain towers over the city, offering hiking trails and a cable car with sweeping views. At its base, the city stretches out with a blend of old buildings, modern shops, and lively streets.
Cape Town’s history runs deep. Robben Island, visible from the shore, is where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. The city’s past also lives on in its architecture, museums, and neighbourhoods like Bo-Kaap, famous for its colourful houses and Cape Malay heritage.
Beaches line both the Atlantic and Indian Ocean sides, each with its own mood. Camps Bay and Clifton are known for white sand and turquoise water, while Muizenberg has gentler waves and colourful beach huts.
The city’s food scene is diverse, with strong influences from Africa, Europe, and Asia. Markets, cafés, and restaurants serve everything from fresh seafood to Cape Malay curry.
Whether you’re exploring the V&A Waterfront, visiting vineyards in nearby Stellenbosch, or hiking through nature reserves, Cape Town offers a mix of energy and calm that’s hard to match. It’s a place that stays with you long after you leave.
CONTACT DETAILS
(E) admin@blouberghearing.co.za
(T) 021 556 9265
(F) 086 510 6648
ADDRESS
Baymed Centre
88 Arum Road
Table View, 7441