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Dr René Hornby Audiologists

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Dr René Hornby Audiologists

We are an audiology practice based in the Moot in Pretoria. We perform hearing tests on adults and children. We are providers of most hearing aid brands.
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We perform diagnostic hearing tests on adults and children. We are providers of a variety of hearing aid brands. We perform newborn hearing screenings and provide people with hearing protection.

23/10/2025

🌱 From Test to Transformation 🌱

A hearing test is never just a test, it’s the first step in a journey that can truly change your life.

Here’s what the care pathway can look like with an independent practitioner:
👂 Assessment: A complete picture of your hearing health. If needed, you may be referred to an ENT specialist for further investigation.

🎧 Fitting: Hearing aids are not just “fitted,” they’re programmed and verified using best-practice methods (like real-ear measurements) to match your ear canal, which is as unique as your fingerprint. Many independent practices even allow you to trial different devices before deciding on the solution that works best for you.

🤝 Counselling: Ongoing guidance and family-centred support to help you adjust with confidence.

🔄 Rehabilitation & Aftercare: Structured rehab, brain training, and regular monitoring to help your brain adapt to sound, manage tinnitus where needed, and keep you connected long after the first appointment.

At iCAN’s network of independent hearing healthcare practitioners, hearing care isn’t a transaction, it’s a transformation. It’s about rediscovering connection, clarity, and confidence in every part of life.

📞 Start your journey today. Book your hearing test with our and for and take the first step from test to transformation.

20/10/2025

👂 Why Choose iCAN 👂
Your hearing care should be more than a quick test and a device.

At iCAN, independent audiologists provide care that looks at the bigger picture:
👂 Comprehensive assessments tailored to your needs
🤝 Personalised counselling and family-centred support
🧠 Rehabilitation & brain training to help your mind adapt to sound
🔔 Tinnitus support and strategies to improve quality of life
🎧 The latest assistive technology and custom hearing protection
🔄 Ongoing aftercare to keep you connected and confident

With iCAN, it’s not about one-size-fits-all solutions. It’s about independent expertise, real human connection, and care that transforms lives.

📞 Don’t settle for less. Book your hearing test with our and for and experience the iCAN difference.

17/10/2025

⏳ The Cost of Waiting ⏳

Hearing loss often creeps in slowly, and it’s tempting to put off getting help.

But waiting comes at a price:
🔹 Harder to manage: Untreated hearing loss becomes more difficult to rehabilitate over time.
🔹 Cognitive risk: Research shows that untreated hearing loss is linked to a greater risk of memory decline and mental strain.
🔹 Reduced success with treatment: Your brain needs time to relearn sounds. The sooner you begin, the smoother the adjustment and outcomes.

💡 The difference? Independent audiologists like iCAN don’t just fit devices they guide you through the full rehabilitation process, offer sound advice, and provide regular monitoring to keep your hearing health on track.

Taking action now isn’t just about hearing, it’s about protecting your independence, confidence, and quality of life with the right professional support.

📞 Invest in your future. Book your hearing test with our and for because waiting costs more than you think.

15/10/2025

🤔🔊 How Modern Hearing Aids Really Work 🔊🤔

Did you know? Modern hearing aids aren’t just amplifiers, they’re smart mini-computers designed to adapt to your environment in real time.

But here’s the truth: all the features in the world won’t matter if your hearing aids aren’t fitted properly. That’s where independent audiologists make the difference.
By following best-practice fitting methods, like real-ear measurements, personalised programming, and ongoing adjustments, your devices are tuned precisely to your hearing profile and lifestyle.

Here’s what you can expect when fitted correctly:
🔋 Rechargeable batteries are used to their full potential.
📱 Bluetooth streaming that’s reliable and clear.
🎯 Noise reduction & directional microphones that actually work in busy settings.
⚙️ Custom programming that adapts as your needs change.

💡 In other words, modern hearing aids don’t just make sounds louder; they make them clearer, sharper, and smarter. And the person who fits them is what makes all the difference.

📞 Choose expertise over generic solutions. Book your fitting with our and for and experience what hearing technology can really do.

13/10/2025

🔧👂 Just like glasses or cars, hearing aids need regular check-ups to keep performing at their best.

Here’s a quick checklist:
✅ Sounds are distorted, muffled, or weaker than before
✅ Whistling or unexpected feedback happens often
✅ Batteries or charging don’t last as long
✅ Buttons or controls feel stiff or unresponsive
✅ They’re uncomfortable to wear or don’t fit properly
✅ You’ve had them for more than 6–12 months without a professional clean

💡 If you notice any of these, it’s time for a service. Small adjustments can make a big difference in clarity and comfort.

📞 Book your hearing aid service with our and for and keep your hearing tech working at its best.

10/10/2025

🎉👂 World Audiologists Day👂🎉

Hearing care is a team effort and today, we honour the incredible audiologists and acousticians who make it possible.

They are the ones who:
🔹 Unlock conversations for families
🔹 Restore confidence in social settings
🔹 Protect ears in noisy environments
🔹 Guide patients with empathy and expertise

At iCAN, we’re proud to stand beside these professionals who bring both science and compassion into every appointment. Their work doesn’t just change hearing, it changes lives. 🌍💙

Here’s to the people who remind us daily that sound is connection, and connection is life.

📞 Celebrate with us. Book your hearing test with our and for and discover the power of care that truly listens.

08/10/2025

🎧Custom Hearing Protection for SA Lifestyles 🎧

From the mines to the music stage, from farming fields to a lively braai. South Africans are surrounded by sound. Some of it we love, some of it can cause long-term harm.

That’s why hearing protection is not one-size-fits-all.

👷‍♂️ Mine workers & industrial staff: Custom plugs built for all-day comfort in high-noise zones.
🚜 Farmers: Protection designed to block machinery noise while still allowing awareness of animals and people.
🎶 Musicians & DJs: Filters that reduce harmful levels but keep music clear and natural.

💡 Protecting your hearing doesn’t mean missing out; it means making sure you can enjoy life’s sounds for years to come.

📞 Book an appointment for options on noise protection with our and for to start protecting your ears and your lifestyle.

06/10/2025

🔍 Tech That Wins in Noise 🔍

Background noise is one of the biggest challenges as a result of loss, but modern tech makes it easier:
👂 Directional mics focus on voices in front of you.
🎧 Remote mics bring sound directly to your ears.
⚙️ Custom programming tailors devices to your lifestyle.

💡 Together, these tools reduce listening fatigue and make conversations clearer so that you can connect with confidence.

📞 Hear smarter, not louder. Book your personalised hearing consultation with our audiologists and acousticians for patient-centred care and enjoy clarity where it counts.

03/10/2025

👂 Your hearing deserves more than a one-size-fits-all fix.

At iCAN, we don’t believe in pushing products. We believe in listening to you, your story, your lifestyle, and your needs.

As independent audiologists and acousticians, we’re free to choose from all the options out there and that means what we recommend is tailored to you, not a sales target.

From your very first assessment to every follow-up, our care is built on one principle: Patient-centred care. Because hearing care isn’t about devices, it’s about staying connected, confident, and fully present in the moments that matter. 🌿

📞 Take the step toward care that truly puts you first. Book your hearing test today with our and and experience the iCAN difference.

01/10/2025

👂✨ International Day of Older Persons ✨👂

Age should bring joy, wisdom, and connection not silence. 💔

If conversations feel harder to follow, or if voices and laughter sound distant, it might be more than “just ageing.” Untreated hearing loss can quietly steal independence, confidence, and even memory.

💡Clinical research now shows that hearing care doesn’t just restore sound it also helps to protect brain health and slow cognitive decline in older adults. Staying connected keeps minds sharp and hearts full.

🌿Healthy hearing is about more than ears, it’s about living fully, engaging deeply, and preserving the stories that matter most.

📞 Don’t wait until the silence grows louder. Book your hearing test with our and today, because your connections deserve to last a lifetime.

26/09/2025

📋 Your October Hearing Checklist 🍂👂

A new month is the perfect time to give your hearing health some attention.
Here’s your quick checklist:

✅ Book your annual hearing screening – Early detection = better outcomes.
✅ Check your hearing aids & devices – Clean them, replace batteries/charge fully.
✅ Protect your ears – Keep earplugs handy for concerts, sports, or loud events.
✅ Watch for changes – Ringing in your ears, muffled hearing, or needing to turn up the TV are signs to get checked.
✅ Stay connected – Join conversations, social activities, and keep your brain active.

Healthy hearing means a fuller, safer, and more connected life. 🍁

📞 Book a hearing screening with our and for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.

24/09/2025

🔥 Heritage Day! Hear the Heartbeat of Home 🔥

Heritage Day is more than boerewors on the grill, it’s the sound of the braai sizzling, the echo of laughter, and the stories passed from one generation to the next.

It’s the music playing in the background, the clinking of plates, and the voices of family and friends woven into the fabric of who we are. 🥩🎶

At iCAN, we believe these moments are priceless and hearing them clearly is what keeps us truly connected to our heritage.

This Heritage Day, let’s celebrate togetherness, tradition, and the sounds that make South Africa home.

📞 Book a hearing test with our and for regarding your hearing healthcare needs.

Address

536 18th Avenue
Pretoria
0084

Opening Hours

Monday	08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 16:30
Thursday	08:30 - 16:30
Friday	08:30 - 16:30

Telephone

+27123314469

Website

http://www.rhearing.co.za/

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