Clinic: CEDAF – Center for Audiology
Sixtino Building | 6th Avenue 6-63 | Office #505 | zone 10 | Guatemala City
Sixtino is six blocks east of La Reforma at the entrance to UFM
Sixtino is six blocks east of La Reforma at the entrance to UFM
Clinic Phone : Receptionist in Spanish: (502) 2277-3420
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm. Saturdays until 12:00 noon.
Dr. Patricia Castellanos is the founder and medical director of CEDAF – The Center for Hearing and Phonetic Training, in Guatemala City. She is well-known throughout Latin America as a leading expert in audiology, with over 30 years of experience in diagnosing and treating hearing loss in various settings: hospitals, clinics, schools, and philanthropic foundations, for patients of all ages from new-born to elderly.
Since beginning her practice in 1990 as a pioneer in the field of audiology, Doctora Paty continually expands on the strength of several advanced medical degrees by attending annual symposia and training courses with the most highly respected global manufacturers of hearing loss solutions. Her innovative options for intervention, together with her extensive knowledge and experience, allow Dr. Castellanos to provide patient services that surpass all other providers in Guatemala and Central America.
CEDAF is a full-service integrated audiology center dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of hearing loss in babies, children, teenagers, and adults. Dr. Castellanos and the CEDAF clinic have:
Dr. Castellanos explains: “Early diagnosis and cochlear implant placement are very much related in that cochlear implant is one of the recommended management procedures for children with profound hearing loss, and for adults with progressive hearing loss.”
When children delay speaking, and do not pronounce words correctly, or they seem to ignore ambient sounds, and lack cognitive ability, these could be indications of hearing loss. Adults could ask you to repeat responses or increase TV volume or tell you they don’t understand your speech above background noises. In these cases, an audiologist should be consulted. There are a variety of audiological tests available to the specialists to allow them to determine with clinical certainty the level of auditory cognizance of a baby, child, or adult. Generally, just one test will be enough to establish a definitive diagnosis.
Inner ear problems should be suspected when someone is experiencing tinnitus, otherwise known as ringing in the ears. Many adults with or without hearing loss suffer from vestibular disorders. Loss of balance or dizziness are strong indicators, and they are the most prevalent symptoms amongst the adult population. CEDAF clinic is equipped with a specialized vestibular therapeutic center devoted to helping patients regain sure footing and confidence in their mobility.
Whether she is a distinguished guest speaker at sophisticated international ceremonies, or diagnosing hundreds of children in the poorest villages, Dr. Patricia Castellanos exudes the professionalism, passion, and high standards of care for everyone who has the pleasure of knowing her.
The doctor says, “Every day is different, and a source of tremendous inspiration. We care for the person, their symptoms, and most importantly, the trust that they place in us. We value what they treasure most: their continued good health.”
The next time I see you I will be able to hear you as well. Dr. Castellanos was great, as was her staff. We were offered coffee on arrival and had to finish it during testing! Very prompt, especially as we were about 10 minutes late. I got exactly the hearing aids that I needed. They work great and I love hearing again. Thank you so much.
Jim Long, aboard s/y Oasis, Rio DulceI want to take this opportunity to share with you the reasons why, for over more than a decade, my two hearing aids have become the most vital part of my being, and in general, my personal and professional life. My hearing loss began naturally, and I could not get used to my precious hearing aids. I’m so grateful to have better communication with the world around me.
Mr. F. Javier Castellanos, 80 years old, GuatemalaI have been using the Phonak hearing aids since April 2014. They have helped me hear my husband’s voice better, which tends to be in lower tones. They also give me more confidence in social situations. In places where there is a lot of ambient noise, like restaurants, I can now participate in conversations and understand people who are around me.
Elisa, 74 years oldI have neurosensorial hearing loss in both ears – moderate in lower tones, and more seriously in high tones. Being able to listen to so many sounds is wonderful: to be part of a conversation and to participate in classes. I have achieved high grades thanks to the help of my hearing aids, which I have been using since 2001. I am very pleased with the help provided by hearing aids, since with your help I can be part of many activities.
Cristy Camey, 26 years oldFor society, being deaf means not being able to speak or hear. However, after a long and sometimes difficult path of perseverance and discipline, plus language therapies and family support, with the use of hearing aids, I have learned to speak and hear. I was diagnosed with profound congenital hearing loss in both ears, and with special education from preschool age until today, I can now hear.
Nicole, 16 years oldMy name is Jennifer Estrada, I’m 28 years old. I was diagnosed with hearing loss last year. My otorhinolaryngologist at the time recommended me to CEDAF in January. The doctors suggested that I should use Phonak hearing aids. It has been a long and complicated adaptation period, but with the results it has given me, I am now better able to interact with people and situations that I avoided before, because I felt I was not able to do it.
Jennifer Estrada, 28 years oldI went to see Doctora Pati last week. I was blown away at how sophisticated her hearing aids are. I have super sensitive hearing, but I could hear everything, plus filter out unwanted noise at the same time. I will return to buy them next time I’m in the City.
Molly Molander, Panajachel
