Of all the reports dealing with hearing aids, the scariest is the connection between hearing loss…read moreand dementia. That sounds like just marketing, but several studies confirm the association. With that in mind, how do you deal with hearing loss decades before dementia can settle its claws into your life? The best, if you have hearing loss, is to get yourself a pair of aids in an industry that has progressed in leaps and bounds during the past decade. I almost did not have that luck. I tried three times to kick dementia under the bus by going to several hearing clinics over the past twenty years. I had to return the aids to all of them within a 45-day period to get refunded. Finally in 2026 I found my hearing aids Shangri-la. That wonderful dispenser of hearing aids is Brooklyn Audiology Associates, which has three branches in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Heights location, a mere 20-minutes' walk from my apartment, is staffed by "hearing aid experts," as they call themselves. I had the luck to be treated by John, in the business for a few decades, and be helped as well by Annie at the reception desk, setting appointments and even giving the aids a thorough cleaning during my visits. The company goes beyond New York State Law by allowing clients to return their just-fitted hearing aids for up to 60 days, 15 days beyond the legal requirement. John gave me the standard audio test. The print-out showed that I had moderate to severe hearing loss. I signed up for hearing aids, which includes one year of service, for periodic check-ups and adjustments. Plus: United Federation of Teachers gives its members and retirees like me up to $4000 in rebates for each three-year period. (Check whether your union has similar goodies.) During my follow-up visits, I had the Phonak aids adjusted three times until now I often fall asleep not realizing that I am still wearing them! The Phonak equipment is not cheap. This is a high-end product that can last up to four years, with a new audiology test determining whether your hearing has diminished with age. I think you will be pleased with the service you get, particularly important because adjustments may be needed especially during the first 60 days. I was fortunate in that my left hearing aid needed an adjustment beyond the 60 days: no problem here. Chances are you will be set up with an RIC, or Receiver-in-Canal, in which the bodies holding the chargeable batteries are behind the ear. John fixed me up with an ITE, or In-The-Ear aids, each of which is a solid, individual unit. I received another audiology test a few days ago, three months after I ordered the aids, and discovered that in most frequencies, my hearing progressed to the 0-20 score. That's the gold standard for normal hearing. Don't annoy your friends by saying "what?" or "can you repeat that?" or pretending that you understand what they are saying only to baffle them with your retorts. Get your hearing fixed and give your pals the opportunity to hear your witty banter. I think I am witty since John gets to pretend that I am Brooklyn's Jimmy Kimmel, Steve Colbert, and Jon Stewart, all wrapped in one.

beautiful company. treated me very very good. Dr. John and the girls are the best. we are good for…read moreeach other

They had taken special care to fit my 80 year old mother with good hearing aids, back in 1995.read more

Not much to say, they do a pretty good job…read more Small office in Bay Ridge with a front desk, a tech room and a consultation office. The tech asks some questions and then gives you the hearing test. It's your typical hearing test where you go into a soundproof room and put on headphones. The tech talks to you from outside the room and asks you to raise your hand when you hear various sounds. Everything went well and the tech was honest with his analysis, as I said there's not too much to say, they are good.

Professional and knowledgeable. Strongly recommended. I was able to select location from either…read moreBklyn or Manhattan that suit my schedule.

I hadn't been happy with my hearing experiences for a while. I paid a visit to the New York Hearing…read moreCenter and Dr. Kathy Feng. Sunny , the receptionist, greeted me warmly and led me through the initial paperwork process. I didn't have to wait very long at all before I began the testing process. The lovely Dr. Feng determined that my listening experiences may be much improved were I to acquire a hearing aid. I followed her recommendation and she was absolutely correct. I felt well taken care of by Dr. Feng. I am now hearing better and I had a very pleasant experience doing so. Thank you Dr. Feng!

I'm writing this review because I cannot believe others haven't yet. I am 92 years old and after…read moregoing to another audiologist about 2 years ago I put off getting my hearing aids due to the terrible service and treatment I received. My daughter saw this place and called for an appointment. From the first call she made and spoke with Teresa the receptionist we knew this was the right place to go. She happily answered all questions and calmed any fears that we may of had for the audiologist. At the day of my appointment Michelle who is the audiologist met us(my daughter and I) there and we could not believe what a wonderful human being she was and how very gentle kind patient and quick she was with the test and ordering the hearing aids. Everything was done within one week. This is a small mom and pop store and they provide personal and very caring service. I believe Michele is there on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you are in need of hearing aids try this place you won't be sorry! Thank you Michelle from the bottom of my heart!

This review is for Dr. Carolyn Kwiat at ENT & Allergy Associates, located on the 3rd floor of this…read morebuilding. As a returning patient of Dr. Kwiat, I only recently learned she had moved to this practice. This was my first time visiting this specific location. Dr. Kwiat has excellent bedside manner; she is kind, attentive, and genuinely empathetic. I highly recommend her if you are in search of an allergist/immunologist. She is also very communicative regarding medication follow-ups and maintenance. I work in healthcare, and I personally find her tone to be factual and professional rather than condescending. I noticed several reviews mentioning her demeanor, but I didn't find that she "talks down" to patients at all. She is simply very knowledgeable in her field. If your symptoms don't align with a specific condition that you are assuming you might have, she will tell you outright that the science and medicine don't back it up. Regarding requests for testing, she approaches them from a practical insurance and business standpoint to determine if a test is truly medically necessary before filing a claim or charging you. If there is a disagreement or a misunderstanding, it certainly isn't coming from a place of ill-will; she is just being direct. The practice itself is on the 3rd floor (there is an elevator available). The front desk staff are pleasant, and the waiting room is spacious, bright, and clean. There is also a restroom available for patients. Booking through their website was seamless. Despite my chaotic schedule, I had to reschedule several times and encountered no issues. They provided a reminder call on Monday for my Tuesday appointment, along with several text and email check-in reminders. I arrived 15 minutes early, but since I had pre-filled my forms online, I only waited about five minutes before being called back. The examination rooms are also quite spacious and comfortable. I even had to call the office after my appointment with a follow-up question; they took a message, and Dr. Kwiat called me back just a few hours later to address my concerns. It has been a great experience thus far. I highly recommend Dr. Kwiat for your allergy and immunology needs. My insurance did not require a referral to see her, but I'd suggest calling to double-check your own coverage!

I had a good experience here. First time at this location and I saw Dr. Habib. There were a lot of…read moreintake forms. More than I think I experienced at any doctors office. About half the questions were related to Covid. After I was finally done I didn't wait long to see the doctor. Once inside I explained to the doctor my issue and he looked in my nose and was about to tell me right away the issue. After suffering for about a month without knowing what was happening I was relieved. The front desk gives you checkout summary before you leaves that explains everything about your visit, medications and when you follow up. Just a side note, parking in the area was challenging.

Very rude staff. Office was open till 8:00pm. My husband came at 5:10pm. Was no doctor. Some nurse…read moreeven checked his ears. No test. Nothing. Just put some drop in my ear with a pain and completely lost hearing. Strongly not recommend. Do not spend your time and your mood.

Doctor Jihan is very professional and patient. I was looking for hearing aids within my budget and…read moreshe found me the best pair within my budget. It was not complicated and easy to make appointments with both of her offices in Queens and Brooklyn.

He tries to help. However I think the scope he used in my…read morethrought is more for kids. I expressed pain and swelling of my lymph nodes which he did not find. After when my PC actually did a swap test I had a Strep throat. I wish Dr. Christolistened and tested me for something. Would have saved me extra trips.

Allow me to join in the chorus of wonderful reviews for Dr. Song. I went yesterday just to have my…read moreears checked due to sporadic itching and for general maintenance. It turned out to be some wax buildup, which Dr. Song very gently extracted. On top of this he is so very thorough and answered my questions and concerns with the utmost professionalism, humor and kindness. The front desk staff were also very helpful, friendly and on point, making my check in a very smooth and seamless process. I love that I don't have to schlep into the city to see an ENT doctor since we have the very best here in Bay Ridge. Kudos to you and your team, Dr. Song!

I have had great experiences at the Cadman location. I went to the Dyker location and it was…read moreterrible. Front staff was professional and courteous. I went for ear pain/ear wax removal. Dr. Chen discounted my pain, asking if I have anxiety, suggested I have TMJ with no clear evidence of that. It felt like something he tells patients when he can't figure out what is wrong. The office was also kind of grungy and dirty. He did suction my ear, which seemed more painful than it needed to be. In the end I left still having a clogged and painful ear, issue unresolved. I would not go back.

Dr Chen was amazing! He spent a great deal of time with us…read more. He answered all our questions and was very very kind

This clinic is a HOT MESS. The staff are unprofessional, they are reckless, and the office is…read moreUNSANITARY. Is there a way anyone can report this office to public health? The doctor literally had her food piled up on the patient's examination table. They tried measuring my height without taking my heeled booth off (despite the fact that I asked them multiple times). They make you stand and wait to see the doctor outside her office, hearing all the sensitive information about the patient ahead of you. I just cannot believe the amount of unprofessionalism and inappropriate conduct of a healthcare office that is not cited by public health. I feel really bad for anyone still receiving services here. How are they even open? How hasn't anybody filed a lawsuit against this private practice office?

This is by far the worst clinic you can ever go to for anything. I went in and there's this lady…read morewith red hair always smoking outside and more worried about what shes going to eat rather than the patients. I honestly don't even know what her job title is because she does absolutely nothing but scream loud across the clinic and eat. As to the doctor i was seen with, very unprofessional and was eating as well. what kind of doctor does that? he put his food on top of the prescriptions paper. DISGUSTING. & yet proceeded with his job. He didn't wash his hands or even put gloves on. I'm never going here again and am making sure anyone i know wont go here either. If that was my practice i will honestly just fire everyone but these 2 nice ladies. Other than that. No thank you. Never coming here ever again.