Hearing Test in NYC and Manhattan
A hearing evaluation at NYC Hearing Associates is a sit-down visit with a Doctor of Audiology or licensed audiologist. We check the ears, measure how you hear, and explain the results in plain language so you know what to do next.
Book a hearing test in Manhattan at Midtown West, Chelsea, or the Upper West Side, or visit us in Garden City on Long Island. An Upper East Side office is coming soon. We also see travelers with same-week appointments when we have openings, and we offer telehealth follow-ups after your visit.
What a hearing evaluation includes
Every hearing test starts with a careful look at your ears. A visual inspection helps us find physical causes of hearing trouble, including earwax buildup, inflammation, or bone growths. From there we look at the health and function of the middle ear, your perception of pure tones, and tympanometry.
Your audiologist then interprets the test data with you. Whether you are here for a first baseline or a follow-up to track a change, the goal is a clear picture of how you hear and a plan that fits that picture. That plan might be monitoring, hearing protection, hearing aids, tinnitus care, or auditory training.
After your hearing test
If a hearing aid is recommended, we fit and service all makes and models, including Lyric, ReSound, Starkey, Signia, Phonak, Widex, and Oticon. Read more on our hearing aids in NYC page. For tinnitus or listening practice, Tinnitus Pro and LACE AI Pro are available for $599 each, or $699 for both.
We accept major credit cards and provide itemized receipts. CareCredit and PatientFi are available if you want to spread payments out. Follow-up questions can often be handled by telehealth.
Hearing test locations in Manhattan and Garden City
Choose the office that is easiest to reach. Garden City appointments can also be scheduled at 516-408-3006.
Midtown West
110 West 40th Street, Suite 500, New York, NY
Call 212-354-2360
Chelsea
80 Eighth Avenue, Suite 1501, New York, NY
Call 212-354-2360
Upper West Side
41 West 72nd Street, Suite 1C, New York, NY
Call 212-354-2360
Garden City
229 Seventh Street, Suite 307, Garden City, NY
Call 516-408-3006
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Wednesday 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Upper East Side
An Upper East Side office is coming soon. Until it opens, we see patients at our Midtown, Chelsea, Upper West Side, and Garden City locations.
Audiologists who perform your hearing test
You will be seen by a member of our clinical team. Meet everyone on Our Team, or read about our audiologists in NYC.
Dr. Shelley A. Borgia, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Founder and Doctor of Audiology. Her work includes hearing evaluations, hearing devices, tinnitus, hearing preservation, and customized musician’s devices. She is a national advocate for auditory awareness, as seen on Dr. Oz and other national programs.
Dr. Jessica M. Frankel, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Founder and Doctor of Audiology. She specializes in counseling and auditory retraining therapy, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, and hearing preservation through education and hearing protection.
Dr. Kate Mikhailov, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Doctor of Audiology specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss as well as tinnitus management.
Steven Malawer, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA
Licensed audiologist in New York State with 40 years of experience. He fits hearing aids and custom ear monitors for musicians, audio engineers, and other critical listeners, including very small in-the-canal instruments and custom Bluetooth-connected aids.
Dr. Monica O’Rourke, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Doctor of Audiology specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss as well as tinnitus management.
Dr. Sophie Silvermintz, Au.D., CCC/A
Doctor of Audiology and a licensed audiologist in New York. She provides care for hearing loss diagnosis, treatment, and hearing preservation.
Dr. Lindsay Gross, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA
Doctor of Audiology specializing in diagnostic audiology, individualized care for hearing loss and tinnitus, custom hearing protection, and counseling.
Kristina J. Bassingthwaighte, B.A.
Founder and Director of Patient Care. She leads operations, insurance systems, and the patient journey so visits stay organized and personal.
Practical details
- Same-week appointments for travelers, when our schedule allows
- Telehealth follow-ups after an in-office visit
- English, Spanish, and Hebrew spoken
- Major credit cards and itemized receipts; CareCredit and PatientFi
Hearing test FAQs
What happens during a hearing test in NYC?
Your audiologist starts with a thorough visual inspection of the ears, looking for physical causes of hearing issues such as earwax buildup, inflammation, or bone growths. The evaluation also looks at the health and function of the middle ear, your perception of pure tones, and tympanometry. Your audiologist then interprets the results with you and discusses next steps.
Where can I get a hearing test in Manhattan or on Long Island?
We offer hearing tests at our Midtown West, Chelsea, and Upper West Side offices in Manhattan, and at our Garden City office on Long Island. An Upper East Side office is coming soon.
Do I need to prepare for my appointment?
Bring a list of questions, any hearing devices you already use, and a form of payment if you expect to pay at the visit. We accept major credit cards and provide itemized receipts. If you have questions before you come in, email info@nycears.com or call 212-354-2360.
Will I need a hearing aid after the test?
Not necessarily. The evaluation tells us how you are hearing and whether treatment would help. If a hearing aid is appropriate, we will walk you through options. We service all makes and models; see our hearing aids in NYC page for devices we fit. Financing is available through CareCredit and PatientFi.
Can visitors to New York get a same-week appointment?
Yes. We offer same-week appointments for travelers when our schedule allows. Call 212-354-2360 or book on Zocdoc and mention your travel dates so we can find a visit that fits.
Do you offer telehealth follow-ups?
Yes. After an in-office hearing test or fitting, many follow-up questions can be handled by telehealth so you do not always need to come back in person.
What languages do you speak?
Our team speaks English, Spanish, and Hebrew. If you would like to be seen in a particular language, mention it when you book.