
At University Otolaryngology, patient care is our top priority
University Otolaryngology features an expert team of physicians, audiologists, nurses and therapists to manage all your ear, nose, throat, balance and head and neck needs. The highly skilled audiology staff provides comprehensive hearing assessments and informational counseling about hearing loss, tinnitus, and amplification options. We offer a full range of hearing aid services as well as custom products for hearing protection and swimming.
In addition to comprehensive auditory and vestibular diagnostic testing, our audiology staff provides a full range of hearing aid services including: HEARING AID EVALUATION A hearing aid evaluation is a no-obligation appointment with an audiologist. The audiologist will review your hearing test and ask about your hearing difficulties and concerns to make personalized recommendations based upon your unique needs. Hearing aids come in a wide variety of styles and technology levels ranging from approximately $1500 to $6000 per pair. We can find a solution that fits both your budget and your listening needs. For some patients, we may be able to offer a no-risk demonstration before purchase. HEARING AID FITTING Once you have selected which hearing aids to purchase, you will return for a hearing aid fitting appointment. We will review and practice how to put them in and take them out, proper cleaning technique, and how to change the batteries. HEARING AID CHECK-UPS Getting used to hearing sounds you have been missing can take some time. We will help you through this process. You will return to the office two to three weeks after the fitting so we can discuss your experiences and perhaps fine tune the hearing aids. At this time, we will set up a customized plan for future appointments. All new hearing aids come with -A two-year manufacturer’s warranty that covers repairs and a one-time loss and damage replacement. -All professional services (including the consultation, fitting and check-ups) for one year following purchase. -An initial supply of batteries
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by Appointment |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm by Appointment |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm by Appointment |
| Thursday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm by Appointment |
| Friday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm by Appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |




Dr. Micheline Denis received her B.S. in Communicative Disorders in 2003 and her M.S. in Audiology in 2006 from the University of Rhode Island. She was granted her Doctorate in Audiology from the University of Rhode Island in 2007. Dr. Denis holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is a member of the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association and a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She specializes in cochlear implants.
Dr. Rachel Smith received her B.S. in Communicative Disorders in 2000 and her M.S. in Audiology in 2007 from the University of Rhode Island. She was granted her Doctorate in Audiology from the University of Rhode Island in 2008. Dr. Smith holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is a member of the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association and a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She specializes in cochlear implants.
Dr. Kathleen Aspinall is Director of Audiology for University Otolaryngology. She received her B.S. in Communication Disorders in 1992 and her M.A. in Audiology in 1994 from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. In 2005, she earned her Doctorate in Audiology from the George S. Osborne College of Audiology at Salus University. Dr. Aspinall holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is a member of the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association and a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She received the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Award for Continuing Education in 2006, 2008 and 2010 in recognition of continued professional study.
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“Great hearing aid service and support for initial hearing aid fitting and follow-up questions and issues. ”
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“He was very fast to fix the problem. I was happy that I was in and out of there in 20 minutes! ”