ABC Hearing Clinic and Training Centre

13/12/2025

Project S.H.A.R.E (Support Hearing Aid Rehabilitation and Education)

A project initiated to provide regular audiology services, training and resources to the four Deaf Schools in the Northern and Central regions of Malawi.

It includes two week-long visits a year by our audiology team, to reach 4 Deaf Schools where we provide hundreds of hearing impaired students with full audiological assessments, hearing aid fittings and follow up, as well as, Auditory Rehabilitation Training.

The team also provides training and support for the teaching staff in Hearing Aid maintenance and monitoring. Monthly telehealth calls are being made to each of the four schools to ensure regular monitoring and follow up.

Join our Hearing Heroes today and make a difference, One ear at a time.

08/12/2025

A week well spent at MUA Deaf School under our program S.H.A.R.E- Support Hearing Aid Rehabilitation and Education.

Our team of 9; 3 staff and 6 audiology students had the privilege of providing essential hearing care to 166 learners at MUA. Throughout the week, we carried out Otoscopy, Tympanometry, Ear canal Management, Pure Tone Audiometry, and took ear impressions in preparation for fitting hearing aids on our next visit.

We're grateful for the chance to serve, learn, and make a difference - one ear at a time.

Here's a look at some of the highlights

11/11/2025

05/11/2025

This past week, our passionate audiology team of 3 dedicated Clinicians and 6 enthusiastic student clinicians had the privilege of traveling to Bandawe School for the deaf in the Northern Region of Malawi. This outreach mission focused on providing audiological assessments, hearing aid fittings, and counseling services to the amazing special needs students and staff at the school.

We were warmly welcomed by children whose smiles and energy can light up any room. Despite communication barriers, the connection was strong and full of joy, curiosity and mutual respect. Interacting with these incredible students gave us a deeper appreciation for their resilience and unique strengths.

Throughout the days, our team made sure each child was seen, heard, and valued. We emphasized a message close to our hearts:

Your Future is bright
Your abilities are powerful
Your dreams are valid with no limits attached.

They may have a hearing difference, but there is NOTHING they cannot achieve when supported and empowered. Their determination continues to inspire us all.

One highlight came from speaking with Dan Chagomelana, one of our student clinicians who is a future leader in audiology. He shared that this experience taught him what it truly means to lead with confidence, humility, and purpose. With each child he assisted, he learned the importance of patience, compassion, and understanding; not only as a clinician, but as a human being.

"Being trusted to take care of them showed me that I must also trust myself" Dan reflected. "Every small improvement in their hearing meant the world."

This mission reaffirmed why we serve:
To ensure that every person, regardless of hearing ability, receives the care, encouragement, and opportunities they deserve.

We left Bandawe inspired by the strength and spirit of the Deaf Community. We are excited to continue learning, supporting, and advocating for inclusion, accessibility, and hearing health for all.

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Join us in spreading awareness and love!

24/10/2025

This year, we've embraced a mission close to our hearts with our Project: Support Hearing Aid Rehabilitation and Education (S.H.A.R.E), a journey that began to touch lives across Malawi. Our dream is to bring gentle audiological assessments and life changing hearing aid fittings to 4 deaf schools, namely, Karonga, MUA, Bandawe and Embangweni; schools for the deaf.

With every fitting, we're also nurturing hope by training special needs teachers in the tender care of hearing aids, ensuring devices are clean, and they're stored with love for the children who rely on them.

This month, our team visited Karonga School for the Deaf, where we had the privilege of delivering brand new hearing aids to our dear friends. The smiles we witnessed are a testament to the power of hearing.

See the touching moments in our photos and if this warms your heart too, consider joining us on this journey.

23/10/2025

It's time to shine a spotlight on our October Hearing Hero.

Meet Petrina Dodds Buckley, a dedicated supporter from Australia who went above and beyond by personally flying over with an order of hearing aids we'd been eagerly awaiting. Knowing how time consuming shipping from Australia can be, she took the initiative to bring them herself, ensuring they arrived earlier than expected.

These hearing aids will make a huge difference, helping us serve more patients in Malawi with restored hearing and renewed confidence. A heartfelt thank you Petrina for your incredible effort.

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Do you want to be a Hearing Hero? Every action towards better Hearing Health counts!

15/10/2025

We're proud to share that our Audiologists, Dave Dyson and Lucy Jamali Banda represented ABC Hearing Clinic at a transformative ear and hearing health conference in Salima, hosted by Macoda. Themed "Introduction to Audiology", they trained volunteers and field workers on identifying hearing loss, emphasizing key signs like muffled hearing or ear drainage, which often go unnoticed in mild cases. They also covered ear anatomy, proper hearing aid care (batteries and storage), and the dangers of using cotton buds or Q-tips for cleaning the ears.

Using audiograms, they highlighted normal hearing versus degrees of hearing loss, empowering attendees to connect those in need with our services. Dave and Lucy stresses the urgent need for civic education in Malawi to combat misconceptions about hearing health, noting that 75% of mild cases are missed. The feedback? Overwhelmingly positive, with calls for more conferences and outreach!

Dave and Lucy encourage upcoming audiologists to integrate civic education into daily practice and explore creative outreach like music and drama to reach more communities.
Let's keep amplifying hearing health together!

Do you have any ideas for our next outreach? Comment below or contact us on 0888211091

13/10/2025

We're thrilled to welcome Dave Dyson to our growing family of dedicated audiologists! Dave joins us as a clinician straight from our own ABC Hearing Clinic and Training Centre where he graduated in 2023 as a part of Cohort 4.

With hands-on experience working alongside ENT specialists at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre, Dave brings expertise in vestibular (balance) assessments and management, as well as hearing aid fitting and verification. His passion for audiology stems from a deep-seated love for truly listening to people's stories and helping them overcome barriers; after all, he says, "Effective listening begins with adequate hearing."

Dave is eager to collaborate with our ABC team to deliver comprehensive ear care services that truly make a difference in our patient's lives. Whether it's restoring balance or amplifying joy, he's here to help!

Dave says, "In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, at a reasonable volume, of course! I like to think of myself as a "hearing healthcare hero" who's always mindful of protecting my ears from loud noises."

Have questions about balance health or hearing aids? Drop a comment below or book an appointment today. Let's hear from you!

26/09/2025

🎉Big cheers for Cohort 6 as they dive into their practicals with a heartfelt outreach at Children of Blessing Trust, a remarkable NGO dedicated to rehabilitation and preschool education for kids with unique needs!

💙Our Audiology team hit the ground running, delivering essential hearing screenings to these amazing children, ensuring early detection and support. For complex cases, we've seamlessly connected families to our clinic for specialized care, building a bridge to brighter futures. 👂✨

Despite challenges like limited on-site equipment, sensory sensitivities in kids, and ensuring follow-up care, we're tackling them head-on! We're using play-based testing to engage young patients, hosting caregiver workshops to boost awareness, and teaming up with fellow unique needs health service providers to ensure equitable access.

Join us in celebrating this milestone and stay tuned as we deepen our partnerships to reach even more patients in need; one ear at a time.

Those with Ears, Let them Hear🦻👂🥳

12/09/2025

Our team recently conducted a school screening at EDGE VIEW ACADEMY where we carried out otoscopy, Tympanometry, ear canal management, and hearing screening.

The key findings included a significant number of children presented with earwax, the majority had normal hearing and a few cases of hearing loss were identified and referred to our main clinic for further management.

The school's response was very positive, and parents expressed appreciation for this collaborative effort to safeguard their children's ear and hearing health. We are pleased to share that we will be returning to continue the assessments, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be screened.

Together, we are making a difference, one child and one ear at a time.