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Dr. Nimet A. Adam is a Board Certified Clinical Audiologist and President of Hearing Partners of South Florida, Inc. Dr. Adam has over 20 years of experience in the industry. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida and trained at Shands Medical Center. She is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and a fellow of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA). She has worked as an Industrial Audiologist and in clinical and administrative positions at a South Florida Rehabilitation Hospital. She has lectured extensively and is a consultant for various organizations and manufacturers. Dr. Adam is on the Board of Directors for the Entheos Cooperative, an Audiology based co-op that provides hearing healthcare services worldwide.
Her practice specializes in diagnostics and management of hearing loss, tinnitus and balance. Dr. Adam is dedicated to the health and wellness of the community. She was an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and is a preceptor for doctoral students from various universities. Dr. Adam is on the Council for Accreditation of Audiology Programs in the United States and participates in local and international humanitarian projects. She has lived in Florida since 1980 and resides with her husband and daughter. She enjoys cooking, traveling, and reading.
Michelle Looney, AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Dr. Michelle Looney graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Audiology at the University of South Florida. Dr. Looney specializes in audiometric diagnostics, hearing device technology, and aural rehabilitation. She is very passionate about treating those with implantable devices, specifically those with cochlear implants.
Alexis Heffner, AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Dr. Alexis Heffner was born and raised in South Florida. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with her Bachelor of Science in psychology and then continued to Nova Southeastern University, where she earned her Doctorate in Audiology with highest honors. Dr. Heffner specializes in audiometric and vestibular (balance) diagnostics, as well as amplification. Before joining Hearing Partners of South Florida, she practiced in an ear, nose and throat setting. She holds the certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and is certified by the American Board of Audiology.
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Read 72 verified patient reviews for Hearing Partners of South Florida - Boynton Beach! Their average review score is 4.96 () from 72 reviews.
“I want to thank Hearing Partners of So Florida & Alexis Heffner for the quick appointment & very quick repair of my Widex aid. Hearing Partners is my new go to place for any future hearing aid repairs / replacements. Alexis further suggested that I have an updated hearing test for Hearing partners records, that appointment is set for next week. Thank you Alexis & thank you Hearing Partners. ”
Paul W. of Boynton Beach, FL 09/02/2021 Review submitted online
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“I have worn hearing aids for a very long time. Through these time had dealt with a number of different Audiologists offices until I came across Hearing Partners of South Florida, Inc. I was amazed at their Professionalism and Incredible Knowledge of the Latest Hearing products in the market. They have proven competency in professionally assessing hearing, selecting, fitting and delivering the correct hearing instruments for my own personal need. I have been with them for over 10 years, and during this long time they have never left me down. Highly recommend them!”
Ana P. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/23/2021 Review submitted online
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“I liked Angelina and Dr. Zinaman. ”
Dominic L. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/03/2020 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Lovely staff. Very attentive. Location very accessible. Improved hearing. ”
Phyllis M. 01/29/2020 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“The doctors help was very professional. The device has me hearing things I have not heard in a long time.”
Dolores L. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/12/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Every aspect of treatment has been excellent. ”
Roger S. of Stuart, FL 02/27/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Very polite and efficient. ”
Muriel K. 02/26/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Highly recommend. Although I purchased my oticon hearing aids elsewhere, they made the
Repair immediately under warranty, in addition to cleaning them.
I will definitely return when searching for new hearing aids. Very knowledgeable, caring, & responsive to my needs.”
Joel C. of Lake Worth, FL 02/05/2019 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Very helpful and friendly, explains each step along the way. Amazing office staff and audiologist. ”
Catherine S. of Lake Worth, FL 12/07/2018 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“As a patient for several years, the professional attention received has been excellent. My hearing has improved immensely. ”
Sam C. of Lake Worth, FL 10/26/2018 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I liked the treatment I got. Wonderful. ”
Carolyn W. of Boynton Beach, FL 10/08/2018 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Excellent. ”
Alfronzo M. of Lake Worth, FL 10/08/2018 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Good bedside manner, if you will.”
Mitchell E. of Fort Myers, FL 12/18/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“He explained everything. He was very thorough and very professional and efficient.”
Lora T. of Boynton Beach, FL 12/16/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“Excellent service. ”
Juliette L. of Boynton Beach, FL 11/30/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like their service and willingness to work with my time. ”
Tom M. of Lake Worth, FL 11/30/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“He listened to me and was thorough in explaining possible options. ”
Jackie H. of Fort Pierce, FL 11/30/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“He was very thorough.”
Aiden B. of Boynton Beach, FL 11/13/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“Very nice ladies, all very kind and sweet. My opinion of them is that they are very nice.
I thought they were very nice and very honest.”
Gilbert C. of Boynton Beach, FL 10/22/2015 Review verified by phone
4 out of
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“The doctor was excellent.”
Michelle G. of Lake Worth, FL 08/29/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“Dr. Kroll was so helpful. No waiting to get an appointment. Very profesional. ”
Laura E. of Boynton Beach, FL 04/27/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“She was very friendly, seemed to know what she did, and she took care of my hearing aid.”
Lois B. of Boynton Beach, FL 03/31/2015 Review verified by phone
4 out of
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“It was a good experience. I like it.”
Farouk H. of West Palm Beach, FL 03/27/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“Fantastic service. Solved a hearing problem that no other audiologist was able to solve. Very professional. Very friendly. Excellent in every way!”
Sylvia H. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/10/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Extremely professional! I have the best, most comprehensive hearing test I ever had. Deborah Kroll was very knowledgable and understanding. I've never heard better! Great staff, too.”
Richard M. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/01/2015 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“They were very pleasant and helpful. I would certainly go back again. I had a pleasant experience. ”
Arlene C. of West Palm Beach, FL 01/19/2015 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“She was very knowledgeable and down to earth, very pleasant!”
Gordon B. of Boynton Beach, FL 10/21/2014 Review verified by phone
5 out of
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“They have great attention to detail and customer service. They work with the patient to fully understand the issues. It's a 1st rate experience.”
Doug R. of Boynton Beach, FL 08/21/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Adams is great. Pleasant, kind, understanding, considerate with her patients. So happy to had met her and are very pleased with the help she is giving me. She's the best.”
Grace U. of Boynton Beach, FL 07/08/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Deborah listens to my questions & answers them.”
Fran G. of Lake Worth, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like my doctor!! :-)”
Denise V. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like everything about them!”
Warren K. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like hearing again!”
Steve J. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Everything & everybody is wonderful. The doctor is fantastic and all the girls are just super wonderful.”
Ruth G. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I had my hearing aids reprogrammed and I am satisfied. ”
Anita K. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I really liked the complete explanation of all the equipment that came with the hearing aids. ”
Janet B. of Pompano Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Kroll was my Dr. She is very caring, taking her time to make sure I have the right hearing aid for me. When there was a problem for me with noise in the background, Dr. Kroll adjusted that problem. I hear very clear now. The staff is great. I would recommend Hearing Partners to anyone. I am now a happy camper. ”
Lillian G. of Boynton Beach, FL 06/11/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Personal caring attention by all the staff.”
Marie D. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Outcome great! Personality engaging.”
Jerry K. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Very personal and explained in detail about my hearing test. Spent a lot of time with me. Receptionist also very pleasant.”
Karen S. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“A very friendly office - everyone made me feel confident and relaxed. I loved Dr. Kroll very much. She put me at ease. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.”
Mary G. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I have had the best & most efficient service by Dr. Kroll while in Florida this winter! She has taken such great care of my needs, I told her I wanted to take her with me back to Michigan!”
Sally H. of Lake Worth, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like Ms. Kroll's testing & Camille's help at front desk.”
Melvin S. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like Dr. Kroll and her friendly personality plus her helpfulness.”
Dina B. of Delray Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like the personnel and their caring about me.”
Martin S. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like the prompt appointments, amount of attention & professionalism.”
Irwin G. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“They're good at explaining things to me and trying very hard to adjust my hearing aids.”
Shirley F. of Lake Worth, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
4 out of
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“I like the professionalism of the doctor.”
Arny L. 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Everything has been perfect. All the doctors are wonderful, very understanding and experts at what they do.”
Vanessa T. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Kroll was most professional, very understanding of my specific hearing problem and extremely thorough. She has earned the very top rating from me.”
Jacob C. 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Kroll is very patient & really fulfills the statement "we'll have you hearing better & you'll be happy." She has been working with me & solved many issues that I've experienced.”
Phyllis C. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Kroll was wonderful. She explained in detail and allowed me to make my own decision of what was best for me. The Lyric is my hidden hearing treasure.”
Ann M. of Hoboken, NJ 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Debbie was the best. Explained clearly everything. Also had a lot of patience & answered all questions. Thank you Debbie. The receptionist is wonderful!”
Judith R. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/16/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like their consideration of my hearing quality & questioning of any external activities that would affect it.”
Alan W. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/14/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Camille is very friendly. Dr. Kroll is very professional and caring. ”
Barbara M. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/14/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I appreciate the personal care & consideration received on every visit. I have been a patient of Hearing Partners of S Florida for almost 2 years - very satisfied!!!”
Sam C. of Lake Worth, FL 05/14/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I like their attentiveness to detail and patients concerns to good hearing.”
Dan H. of Latrobe, PA 05/14/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I had a bad experience in NY and decided to come here. This is the best experience ever. Dr. Kroll is great! ”
Amelia B. of Boynton Beach, FL 05/13/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“All the girls in the office were kind, well informed. This was one of the best experiences. I highly recommend you. No pressure. A-1 quality employees. Thank you.”
Else D. of Boynton Beach, FL 04/28/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr Brassiler was familiar with every type description of my hearing aids usage. It was a good, gracious visit.”
Irma S. of Boca Raton, FL 03/18/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I feel very confident and know that I'm getting the best possible care here. ”
Peggy J. of Delray Beach, FL 03/04/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“This was an incredibly great experience! The doctor was thorough, honest, helpful and very patient. She answered all of our questions with explanations we could understand. All doctors, whatever their practice, should learn from her how to treat patients!”
Agnes S. of Boynton Beach, FL 03/04/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“The whole procedure was awesome. ”
Josephine R. of Lake Worth, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Every aspect of this practice is professional. ”
Barbara G. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I appreciate the attention and explanations. I give them five stars.”
L. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Spent time explaining why clarity wasn't achieved and recalibrated the aids.”
Harriet S. of Delray Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Nimet Adams is a caring person and an excellent dr. I've been seeing her for 16 years and think she is wonderful.”
Marcella P. of Boynton Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I give them 5 stars for their professionalism - excellent service - nice attitude.”
Irving F. 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Dr. Krill was wonderful She taught me new things on using my Lyric. My life is improved from her visit. Thank you!!!”
Sally H. of Lake Worth, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Deborah was very thorough and very patient. She explained everything clearly and fitted my mother with hearing aids and auxiliary equipment that exactly fir her needs. I would highly recommend her.”
Sandra R. of Delray Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I give them five stars. They're very caring and concerned over getting it right.”
Dudley M. of Palm Beach, FL 02/06/2014 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“They got my hearing aids tuned up the way they needed to be.”
John M. of Boynton Beach, FL 08/31/2011 Review verified by phone
Hearing Partners of South Florida is an independent family-owned practice offering complete hearing and balance healthcare services for both adults and children.
Both of our locations are staffed by professional licensed Doctors of Audiology:
6110 W. Atlantic Ave. Suite A Delray Beach, FL 33484
7593 Boynton Beach Blvd Suite 100 Boynton Beach, FL 33437 (In the Ansca Professional Building)
