Opening Hours
Mon – 8am – 4:30pm
Tues – 8am – 4:30pm
Wed – 8am – 4:30pm
Thurs – 8am – 4:30pm
Fri – 8am – 4:30pmÂ
Contact details
Call: 1800 327 967
Email: [email protected]
Accessibility
- Assistive hearing loop
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Children
- Nursing room
Community
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Planning
- Accepts new patients
- Appointment required
Other Features
- Identifies as women-owned
About Earworx
One in ten children and one in 20 adults suffer from a of ear wax. While a healthy amount of ear wax may protect the skin in our ears and prevent infections, excessive wax can become a problem.
Founded in 2016, Earworx uses similar techniques to other ear, nose and throat specialists. Our professional curettage and micro-suction procedures are safe, pain-free and produce outstanding results.
Our Friendly Team
Karen Alder-Wilson
Karen Alder-Wilson is a highly experienced and self-motivated Registered Nurse with a remarkable 35 years of expertise in Disability Nursing, as well as five years experience in Residential Disability Services with a not-for-profit organisation.
As a Registered Nurse at Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Karen provided compassionate care to her clients. Known for her exemplary communication skills and ability to foster strong relationships, Karen became a crucial link between clients’ families and staff.
Karen previously worked as a Registered Nurse at Stockton Centre for an impressive 32 years, where she provided dedicated care to individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, complex health needs, and challenging behaviours.
Karen has completed various professional development courses and is an active member of NSW Nurses and Midwives Association. She is known for her positive and friendly approach, her ability to adapt to change effectively, and her outstanding observation, organisational, and leadership skills. Most recently, Karen completed the Earworx Aural Care and Microsuction courses. She is looking forward to helping the patients of the Newcastle region with their ear health.
Louise Charleson
Louise Charleson is a highly skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse with a comprehensive background in community nursing, acute care, and healthcare management. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing from Southern Cross University and has since pursued numerous advanced qualifications to enhance her expertise. These include a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and specialised courses in Principles of Emergency Care and Immunisation for Health Practitioners from the Australian College of Nursing.
Throughout her career, Louise has provided exceptional patient care and treatment in various nursing roles. In addition to her clinical roles, Louise has completed various training programs and certifications, enhancing her skills in airway management, medication administration, pain management, and surgical procedures.
Alongside her extensive experience in healthcare, Louise has also worked in the tourism industry. She brings this positive attitude and commitment to serving the community to her role at Earworx.
Most recently, Louise has completed her Earworx Aural Care and Microsuction courses and is eager to help the patients of Newcastle and surrounds with their ear health.
How the Earworx Procedure Works
We take the time to examine your ears and assess for wax build up, particularly around the eardrum.
If you need one of our extraction procedures, our friendly nurse will use a pair of ‘loupes’. These are quite similar to binoculars with a light attached to the top, and it helps our nurses have the best view of your ear canals.
The process then involves a gentle micro-suction procedure and curettage to safely clean any blockages from each of your ears.
Why You Might Need Ear Wax Removal
Excess ear wax can cause an uncomfortable sensation and even lead to hearing loss for some.
Depending on what you do for work, or your interests, there are a range of reasons you should see us. If your activities include swimming, surfing, listening to music through headphones, working in a dusty environment, or if you use hearing aids, then our services will be highly beneficial.
Our approach will help ease the pressure in your ears and minimise any future problems.
Pricing
Our qualified registered nurses use dry and effective micro suction to gently remove ear wax under direct observation.
The standard appointment fee for ear wax removal with Earworx is $165.
We offer a concession appointment fee for Pensioners, Veterans, Government Health Care Card Holders, Children, and Full-Time Students for $120.
If no ear wax is found during your appointment, we offer a reduced rate of $80 for the consultation (or $60 for concession).
If further follow up appointments are required after additional softening (within 4 weeks of initial appointment), all follow up appointments will be charged at a rate of $75 for standard fee paying patients (or $45 for concession).
A regular return rate applies for patients who attend within 3 months or more frequently. This is $100 for regular return standard fee paying patients and $90 for regular concession/pension card holders.
Please note we are a provider for St Lukes Health and Health Care Insurance (HCI).
We also see children aged 4 years or older. A discussion with Earworx staff is recommended prior to booking. For safety reasons children need to be able to follow direction and keep reasonably still.
Why Choose Us?
Our Newcastle clinic specialises in advanced ear wax removal, which means:
- You will receive expert care with every visit through our highly qualified and experienced nurses
- You can trust our safe and reliable process as micro-suction techniques are our primary business