We are excited to introduce Thuvaraka (Thuvi), one of our new additions to our team at Ear Studio in Castle Hill. With a wealth of experience in audiology and a deep passion for improving hearing health, especially among children and Indigenous communities, Thuvaraka is a perfect fit for our clinic’s commitment to delivering exceptional care with our Best Practice principles.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Thuvaraka’s journey into audiology is both inspiring and diverse. She began her academic career at Sydney University, earning a degree in Health Sciences with a major in Hearing and Speech (2003-2006). Initially interested in Speech Pathology, her focus shifted to Audiology after a completing a module in her course. This module highlighted hearing issues faced by Indigenous communities, particularly children.
To pursue this passion, Thuvaraka completed a Master’s in Clinical Audiology at the University of Melbourne in 2009. Her career took her across various locations: she started in Perth, working in a hearing aid clinic, then moved to Sydney, where she joined a research project at Sydney University focused on Indigenous children in Wagga Wagga and Hamilton.
Seeking to broaden her experience, Thuvaraka spent seven years in the UK, working for the NHS in paediatrics, specialising in hearing tests and fitting hearing aids for children with complex needs. Upon returning to Australia, she continued her work at The Children’s Hospital in Westmead and later with an ENT specialist. Now, her journey has brought her to Ear Studio in Castle Hill, where she is excited to contribute her expertise to our clinic and community.
A PERSONAL PASSION
For Thuvaraka, audiology is more than just a career—it is a calling. One of the most profound experiences in her professional journey was her involvement in a study with Indigenous children in Wagga Wagga and Hamilton. At the time, the media was highlighting the high rates of incarceration among Indigenous people, many of whom were living with undiagnosed hearing loss. These individuals often struggled with behavioural issues and being part of the community due to their inability to hear properly from a young age. This realisation fuelled Thuvaraka’s passion for early intervention and community education.
During the study, nearly every child she tested had some degree of hearing loss, often linked to recurrent ear infections. Thuvaraka was instrumental in not only testing these children but also educating their families on how to prevent ear infections and reduce the risk of hearing loss. The study’s ongoing success is a testament to the importance of this work, and Thuvaraka remains deeply committed to advocating for vulnerable people.
Joining the Team at Ear Studio
Since joining Ear Studio, Thuvaraka has found a place where she can truly make a difference. She is impressed by the clinic’s commitment to patient care, noting that at Ear Studio, she not only has the time, but is encouraged to give 100% to every client. Thuvaraka shared her thoughts on the clinic, saying, “The staff here are so lovely, as soon as clients walk in through the door to the time they walk out of the door, they are always smiling and that’s quite special to be part of, not many clinics can do that and I wanted to be part of that too. To make people happy and make such a difference in their lives means so much to me.”
Thuvaraka looks forward to meeting and helping you on your hearing health journey. She is here to offer her expertise, compassion, and unwavering commitment to improving your quality of life through better hearing. Call us at today on 02 9159 6122 or email us at [email protected]. Conveniently located in Lawton House in Castle Hill with off street parking, Suite 10 / 60 Cecil Ave, Castle Hill. Operating hours are from Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 5pm and Fridays 8:30am – 4pm.
