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Dr. Courtney Stone has been a licensed Minnesota audiologist since 2005. She enjoys helping her patients stay engaged in their family, work and social life through healthy hearing. Her specialties include hearing evaluations, hearing aid selections and fittings, hearing protection and auditory processing disorders.
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Read 20 verified patient reviews for Affinity Hearing! Their average review score is 5 () from 20 reviews.
“Dr. Stone is a great audiologist. Her pricing is very competitive.
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Charles B. 06/21/2021 Review submitted online
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“Dr. Courtney Stone has been a saving grace for our family. She has worked with my 8 year old daughter to test and come up with a plan regarding her APD (Auditory Processing Disorder). We felt lost for many years and after our appointments with Dr. Stone I feel optimistic. She did amazing teaching my daughter to use her trial hearing aids and my daughter really loves her. Over all one of the best medical experiences we've ever gotten .”
Amanda E. of Shakopee, MN 05/12/2021 Review submitted online
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“Thank you, Courtney and Affinity Hearing!
When Mom cant hear, she suffers; as do all of us around her. Thanks to your personal care, she "hears"! Weather it be cleaning, repair or technical support with her ComPilot, you are always there for her! Your warm reception to Mom is appreciated as much as your excellent service.
Thanks for keeping Mom happy and hearing healthy!
Bill R and Family”
Bill R. of Loretto, MN 11/04/2020 Review submitted online
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“I have been with Dr. Stone since she took over Affinity Hearing. The service and expertise shown to me has been nothing short of incredible. As a senior citizen I have experienced caring I had never had before. I would recommend Dr.Stone and Melodee to anyone seeking help with hearing difficulties.”
Jules R. of Maple Grove, MN 05/08/2020 Review submitted online
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“I found Affinity and Courtney Stone about a year ago after the company I bought my hearing aids from back in 2013 was sold to a national chain. She has done a great job keeping these old devices working. Recently, my right aid had stopped working. I had stopped wearing it for a few weeks, since I was unable to get in to have it looked at due to my schedule and the Covid-19 virus. Last week I was able to get in. I feared I would have to get a new hearing aid. Courtney looked at both of my aids (in a carefully sanitized manner) and determined that the screen over the microphone was corroding due to sweat. The left one would have failed soon too. She replaced both screens and and returned them to me, $35. Easily could have told me I need a new pair, but she didn’t because she runs her business with integrity. When I got home, I cranked up the volume to 5, the highest level, like I had been doing the last month or two. I turned on the kitchen faucet to clean some dishes and the sound was so loud, it hurt. I had to turn them back down to 2. She also gave me the advice to buy a dryer on Amazon for $15-20 to dry the moisture each evening. That is how you look out for your customer and that’s how you get your customer to make their next hearing aid purchase from you.”
Bruce S. of Minneapolis, MN 04/13/2020 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“I've been with Infinity Hearing for many years & on my second set of hearing aids. Courtney is very knowledgeable & helpful. I feel that I always get thorough checkups on my annual visits. Would highly recommend Infinity Hearing to others.”
Cheryl O. of Minneapolis, MN 04/05/2020 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Courtney does a great job. She is very knowledgeable, helpful and thorough. I would definitely recommend her. ”
Mark O. of Saint Michael, MN 03/27/2020 Review received via mail
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“Both Courtney and Melanie are consummate professionals. I moved 45 miles from their office but nonetheless return to Affinity in Plymouth for service, advice and products. These guys are the best.”
Ted O. of Bayport, MN 03/23/2020 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Courtney was very knowledgeable and patient. She explained things thoroughly in a way that I could understand and remember. My wife and daughter are very grateful for her help! ”
Cecil N. of Monticello, MN 12/13/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I helped my husband get the newest set of hearing aids. It was a thorough, excellent examination. ”
Leila J. of Minneapolis, MN 11/01/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“Fantastic - personable, knowledgeable and great to work with. ”
Chuck M. of Cokato, MN 09/06/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I can hear. Thank you Courtney. You were great, thoughtful and willing to take time to explain everything.
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Ruth F. of Minneapolis, MN 05/01/2019 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Courtney was the nicest lady to work with. She took the time to explain everything and all the options. I wish more people had her attitude. Courtney was the best, will recommend her to others. (I would give her a raise).”
Gerald A H. of Osseo, MN 04/15/2019 Review received via mail
5 out of
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“I have been a long-time Affinity Hearing client before Courtney acquired the business and I'm very pleased to say that she has continued the excellent customer service and high-quality products that I have become accustomed to. I highly recommend Affinity Hearing for anyone seeking testing, great product lines and outstanding customer service!”
Clay H. of Minneapolis, MN 03/20/2019 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“I had been wearing hearing aids for several years but was not pleased with the hearing level nor the comfort of the hearing aids. In my frustration I searched around the internet for information on hearing aid reviews and hearing aid providers.
What a delight to discover Affinity Hearing and Courtney Stone!! I’m sure it wasn’t happenstance.
My results wearing my new hearing aids is - well, there’s no comparison to what I had before. My hearing and my comfort have dramatically increased.
Coutney’s manner is open and makes one comfortable with all questions. She truly cares about her patients and will do whatever it takes to get us the best results.
I wish there was a catagory for more than five stars. She’s exceptional in every way!”
Laura C. of Wayzata, MN 11/28/2018 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“I have been a patient of Courtney's since she acquired Affinity Hearing. From my first office visit, I have recognized and appreciated Courtney Stone's passion for her career, professional competence, and commitment to provide me the best hearing care. She makes herself accessible to patients and provides excellent personalized service. Courtney listens to my concerns and helps to resolve my hearing aid problems and to optimize my hearing, given my hearing loss. She is passionate about maintaining the highest level of clinical skill as evidenced by her having attained a doctoral degree in audiology. Her patients benefit from her commitment to providing continuous quality service. I am fortunate to have such excellent hearing care.
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Larry G. of Minneapolis, MN 06/16/2018 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Finding the hearing aid that best suits you is a difficult task but finding the best service is just as important. After a long and difficult search I was fortunate to solve both those problems. Affinity is the best answer is to both those issues. Courtney is a super star to work with as she has the best aids, best service and the best easy going personality. She makes you feel comfortable and answers each and every question that you have. From the time you walk into the sound booth to begin you series of tests until you sit in her office for your evaluation, you know your dealing with a professional.
I feel if you are looking for a lady who knows her hearing aids, has the service to support it and makes you comfortable, then go to see Courtney.”
Jack R. of Minneapolis, MN 04/04/2018 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“Dr. Stone has been my Audiologist for the last 6 years and has been extremely helpful in following, testing and offering solutions to my continued hearing loss. If you have hearing aids you know how critical it is in support and maintenance of these devices. Dr. Stone has been exceptional in adjusting my hearing aids capabilities to precisely compensate to my specific hearing loss. She goes way beyond to accommodate my schedule, is professional, and knowledgeable. Feeling confident in Dr. Stone's skills and understanding of current hearing technology offerings is another reason I purchased a new set of hearing aids from her. You're in good hands!”
Casey S. of Chaska, MN 09/22/2017 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“I have a very severe hearing loss and have worn hearing aids for the last 50 years. I have met with many hearing aid dispensers over the years I have worn hearing aids. I wear a Cochlear implant in the right ear and regular hearing aid in the left ear. This spring, I experienced hearing difficulties in the left ear and went to my regular hearing aid dispenser for help. It was a difficult time for me. Then, I decided it was time to see Dr. Courtney Stone.
Courtney has been a tremendous help for me. She suggested the Oticon OPN power aid for me. Courtney is very knowledgeable in her hearing aids. The software that is provided with the hearing aids and how to program them. She is eager to pressure her knowledge in other new technology. That's why it's important to select the right person to help with your hearing loss. It is a wonderful feeling to hear again with the Oticon OPN power aid and know Courtney knows how to program it. I have a very high comfort level with Dr. Courtney Stone to know I can depend on her to help me with my hearing loss.”
Al S. of Savage, MN 08/21/2017 Review submitted online
5 out of
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“In the 15 years I've had hearing aids, Courtney Stone is the best audiologist I've ever had. In my first visit, she readjusted my 6 month old hearing aids better than at any time since I bought them. I am now able to hear my students so much more clearly which is why I updated my aids. She also gave me other tips to improve my hearing in multiple situations. She makes you comfortable right away with her warm and caring personality. She is an excellent clinician with a wonderful bed side manner. I would recommend her to anyone.”
Gary P. of Minneapolis, MN 08/01/2017 Review submitted online
Affinity hearing was founded in 2003 and has grown to be one of the top audiology and hearing clinics in the west metro area serving patients in the Plymouth, Minnetonka, Maple Grove and surrounding communities in MN. We also have a satellite office in St. Michael. Affinity Hearing proudly offers all the major brands of hearing aids because we feel that is in the best interest of our patients. We pride ourselves in our dedication to helping our patients achieve their best hearing.
Hearing care services
Comprehensive hearing evaluations
Selection and fitting of hearing aids
Ongoing services and in office repairs to hearing aids
