When one needs to be diagnosed for hearing problems or assist a person in regaining the pleasure of communication, the right expert is what counts. In West Delhi, Dr. Sarika Chandel is a go-to figure when it comes to audiology and speech therapy. Her clinic is a blend of technical knowledge, direct experience, and a strong understanding of the requirements of her patients.
Let's dig deeper into her background, her clinic, and what makes her unique.
About Dr. Sarika Chandel
Dr. Sarika Chandel is a registered Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist with more than 15 years of experience. She owns the Ear & Hear Speech and Hearing Clinic at Rajouri Garden, Delhi. Popular for her composed nature and simple explanations, she puts her patients at ease and makes them feel heard as well as understood — a quality that's quite vital in her profession.
"Each patient's hearing and speech profile is unique. You can't use a template solution — it requires listening, testing, and customizing," says Dr. Chandel.
Specialization
- Dr. Sarika specializes in:
- Auditory Diagnostics
- Hearing Aid Fitting and Programming
- Speech Therapy for Children and Adults
- Cochlear Implant Rehabilitation
- Voice and Fluency Disorders
Her strength is precise fitting and fine-tuning of hearing aids due to her hands-on training with top-of-the-line international brands. Her familiarity with digital hearing aid technology and patient-specific customization makes her method extremely effective.
Education and Clinical Training
Dr. Chandel earned her degree from Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities (AYJNIHH), Delhi — one of the premier institutions in India for audiology and speech-language pathology. During her formative years, she interned at some of the most reputed hospitals in Delhi, including:
- Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC)
- Lok Nayak Hospital (LNJP)
- Base Hospital (R&R Army)
These experiences provided her with clinical exposure to a variety of speech and hearing disorders.
Professional Experience
Prior to beginning her independent practice, Dr. Sarika gained experience with various well-known hearing aid companies. These positions provided her with detailed knowledge about product design, client requirements, and the difference between diagnosis and usability of devices.
She then moved to private practice and is also now affiliated with prominent hospitals in Delhi, where she deals with complicated audiological cases.
Clinic Services
Patients at the Ear & Hear Clinic are treated with individualized, one-on-one sessions. The following services are provided:
- Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA)
- Tympanometry
- Speech Audiometry
- BERA and OAE testing for infants
- Digital hearing aid trials and fittings
- Speech therapy for developmental delay, stuttering, and voice disorders
Appointments are designed to allow each patient plenty of time — a luxury that is becoming increasingly uncommon in today's fast-paced medical world.
Approach to Care
What distinguishes Dr. Chandel is her patient-centered mind set. She's not only concerned with curing the condition but with enhancing her patients' overall well-being. Caregivers tend to value her frank responses and step-by-step instructions.
"It's not a matter of curing something overnight. Therapy is a process, and families are a part of it," she tends to remind caregivers.
She also promotes goal-setting in an honest manner and guides her patients throughout each phase — whether it's a child with delayed speech or an elderly person acclimating to new hearing aids.
Why Patients Trust Her
- Transparent Consultations: She explains complex reports simply.
- Ethical Practices: She doesn't recommend unnecessary devices or treatments.
- Evidence-Based Methods: All tests and therapy are based on clinical research.
- Long-Term Support: Follow-ups are prioritized in order to monitor progress.