Valley Hearing Center - Salinas
Clinic staff

Larry Solow
Dr. Larry Solow is a licensed audiologist and owner of Valley Hearing Center. He earned his bachelor’s degree from California State University and a doctorate in audiology from Pacific Western University. Dr. Solow Co-starred with his wife on the Emmy nominated NBC show “Say it With Sign”.

Megan Felthoven
Megan Solow Felthoven, a Hearing Instrument Specialist, has been part of the family business for almost 30 years and is excited to carry on the family tradition of excellence in hearing health care. Megan has been both a history and an American Sign Language (ASL) teacher, so communication has always been in her career description. She lives in Pacific Grove with her husband, who is also a Hearing Instrument Specialist, along with their daughters.

Robert Felthoven
Robert Felthoven has been working with Valley Hearing Center for 12 years. He is a National Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist. He loves working with people and changing their lives by helping them hear and connect with their family and loved ones. Rob and his wife have three beautiful daughters and another on the way this summer. They also have a menagerie of 2 dogs, a cat and a rabbit that keep the kids busy.
Clinic reviews
Healthy Hearing posts all positive and negative reviews that meet publishing criteria.Read 117 verified patient reviews for Valley Hearing Center - Salinas! Their average review score is 4.91 () from 117 reviews.
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“Every person from entering office was outgoing, friendly and professional. I felt I was in competent hands from the beginning! ”
12/13/2019 Review received via mail
“Your staff was so very helpful, happy, kind and courteous. It was such a pleasure working with you and your staff. We will definitely be returning customers. ”
09/09/2019 Review received via mail
“Fixed the problem quickly and explained the issue and how to fix it! Thanks so much! ”
08/16/2019 Review received via mail
“Staff are friendly and very helpful. ”
08/16/2019 Review received via mail
“Very knowledgeable, polite, I like coming here because they treat me and my father great. Never have I ever seen any employee show negative looks, always smiling and willing to help. ”
08/09/2019 Review received via mail
“Love Larry, love Heather, love to hear! I always get the best service in a timely fashion. No longer afraid of hearing aids! ”
08/09/2019 Review received via mail
“I liked Heather, great personality, loves what she does. ”
08/09/2019 Review received via mail
“I just upgraded! I had a wonderful experience! Ever grateful!”
08/05/2019 Review submitted online
“After struggling with advancing hearing loss for several years, I walked in the door and was put at ease immediately. Repeated denials by the VA for hearing aids didn't stop Megan. She tested me, recommended a 'temporary pair' until the VA could get their act together (they never did) and have helped me tremendously on my journey through hearing loss. I can't recommend them highly enough!”
06/25/2019 Review submitted online
“It was a quick appointment, the help was friendly. Thank you. ”
10/01/2018 Review received via mail
“They are friendly and attentive. ”
08/29/2018 Review received via mail
“The patience, the good way of explaining and other things they do to show they care to make sure how to use the hearing aid help us the best way. And the way they smile make me feel we're in good hands. Thank you forever. ”
08/29/2018 Review received via mail
“I needed an ear grip and it was replaced for free. I appreciate the courtesy. Both front desk girls were very friendly. ”
08/07/2018 Review received via mail
“Front office staff is great. Very friendly!!”
07/06/2018 Review received via mail
“Everything about Valley Hearing Center is OUTSTANDING!!! The customer service is above and beyond what I expected. From the amazing reception staff to AMAZING hearing specialists like Leah, I received everything they advertised and more! They work with all kinds of insurance and make sure you get what you need at the BEST possible price! If you need hearing tests or hearing aids, look no further! ”
06/27/2018 Review submitted online
“I’ve been going to the Salinas office for several years. Larry and his staff are very professional, very friendly, nice atmosphere and very accommodating. I would certainly recommend Valley Hearing Center to my friends and relatives.”
06/16/2018 Review submitted online
“Your service is exceptional!! Friendly, caring staff. Thank you. ”
06/12/2018 Review received via mail
“Quick service. Happy for service. Very good, tell Boss. ”
06/12/2018 Review received via mail
“Very professional, thank you. ”
05/22/2018 Review received via mail
“I liked that they fixed the problem. Super happy with experience. Thank you! ”
05/22/2018 Review received via mail
“I am 81 years old and they were great. They showed me how to clean, change batteries, etc. What I like is the fact I can hear again; birds singing, the clock sounds in town, no repeating. The girl at the desk was very helpful. Everyone is is friendly and caring. Thank you. ”
04/25/2018 Review received via mail
“Friendly and quick professional service. Received a detailed exam and explanation. Would recommend to anyone with potential hearing problem.”
01/26/2018 Review submitted online
“VHC staff is friendly, professional, and very accommodating. I have been a customer for over two years. When I need to get my aids adjusted, I am seen immediately. Megan is terrific and the resident expert in the Lyric Aid. ”
11/06/2017 Review submitted online
“I have been a client of Larry Solow and Valley Hearing for over 20 years. I have, without fail, received professional, courteous, and prompt service. They take the time to answer my questions and handle any problems that arise. Hearing impairment can be a life-limiting problem, but Valley Hearing gave me my life back.”
10/26/2017 Review submitted online
“Very polite and professional staff, Megan Felthoven tested all aspects of my hearing problems. She fitted me with the proper hearing aids suited for my hearing loss. She made it very easy for me to understand all the tests, selection of aids, etc. Recommend Valley Hearing Center, well established ,serving this community for years.”
10/24/2017 Review submitted online
“The doctor was patient and bilingual while speaking with my mother. He pronounced the words correctly and firmly. He also treated my mother with a lot of detail and used various techniques. ”
09/01/2017 Review received via mail
“As you walk in the door they greet you with a smile and the Doctor is friendly and informative ”
06/30/2017 Review submitted online
“I liked that you are within walking distance, very kind and very patient. ”
06/26/2017 Review received via mail
“I had a nice experience at Valley center as I always do. They are very professional.they always take care of your problem. I recommend them to all I see. Larry is very knowledgable.it. is so nice to hear good. Thank you. The staff is very helpful and always takes care of my needs”
06/22/2017 Review submitted online
“Great service from Doctor Solow & office people. ”
06/21/2017 Review submitted online
“My appointment went smooth and easy. The office personnel are courteous and friendly. I will highly recommend for Hearing needs.”
06/13/2017 Review submitted online
“I'm very pleased with their friendly and knowledgeable doctors and staff at Valley Hearing Center. Aundrea introduce and helped my mom get a Close Caption phone. Aundrea helped with the process and set-up through Caption Call Company it was easy and quick. The best part about the phone is it helps with translation in Spanish.”
05/12/2017 Review submitted online
“I enjoyed meeting Larry and his crew. ”
02/20/2017 Review received via mail
“I like how they call my house for appointment reminders. Excellent response to my hearing needs. Sometimes wait time is too long!”
07/28/2015 Review received via mail
“I liked everything from walking in the door all through to walking out. Thank you. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“I found out I can hear on my right ear. I cannot hear that well on my left ear. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Very helpful, friendly.”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Polite, helpful, interested, caring, excellent service and inter-action.”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“The total svc. provided by all the staff.”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“You are always helpful”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Appreciation for "loaner" hearing aids!”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Friendly, supportive. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Dr. and staff work with me, when my hearing aids are being repair they lend me some hearing aids. They also work with me to make my app. late or on Sat. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“The people are very nice. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Always very friendly and the best of service. They usually take care of my "walk in" problems immediately. I'm very satisfied. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“I like how they value service over all. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“I like the girls there - the service and smiles. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Friendly & very knowledgeable.”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“I like the lady in front desk - she's nice!”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“I'm hearing better!”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“Great people, great service. ”
03/09/2015 Review received via mail
“He was really knowledgeable.”
02/27/2015 Review verified by phone
“Very courteous, friendly and professional.”
02/23/2015 Review verified by phone
“All the workers are very helpful & friendly. They are #1!!!”
10/22/2014 Review received via mail
“I like the staff!”
10/20/2014 Review received via mail
“He was very patient and very understanding and answered all our questions very well. He got us very informed about what the process was and what was needed. ”
10/14/2014 Review verified by phone
“I liked the fact that they tried to understand my interpretation of what I was hearing by the way I explained it.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Larry comes to King City for fast appointments and saves the driving to Salinas. Ex care - gave his son a raise. ”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Good service. Nice people.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Thank you - your service is always great.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I love the staff! Everyone is super friendly and always willing to help out the extra mile. Customer satisfaction is a key goal. Also the hearing aids work and fit great.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like that the people that work here are always kind and they help us on any ? we have. What I like best was that they help me with my hearing promble. Will still now am very happy here with them. Thank you,”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“The people are excellent. Always pleasant, always able to help with whatever I need. Everyone is wonderful - very skilled in their craft.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Enjoyed the visit. Explained how the brain works as far as for hearing & how to train my brain into hearing.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like my recovered hearing.”
05/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Was treated very nice - took time testing my son and very patient,”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Smiling faces. Larry - great! Complete explanations and patience.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Courteous pleasant service. Quickly addressed problem & fixed hearing aid while I waited.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Courteous and caring service.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I like that they answer all your questions very well. They take the time to sit with you and explain everything very well.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Friendly pepole. Quick attention.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I liked all the things they did.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I liked the help I got from them.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I liked getting the wax out of my ears so I can hear better.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Overall great experience. Informative with any questions I had. Very nice and helpful staff.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I like the friendliness of all the staff.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I like how my hearing needs are taken care of - received very well by all.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“They're personable and have good knowledge of hearing aids.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“I really enjoy coming in. Very patient w/me. I liked their character & professionalism. Eva and Larry are very helpful.”
05/29/2014 Review received via mail
“Everyone is always pleasant & helpful.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Interesting experience! Audiologist was patient and encouraging and, I think, will be supportive!”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Eva is excellent.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Job well done. Good knowledge of hearing - explained well. I'll be back - good job. Office personnel great.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Eva was very helpful & attentive. Larry was great with my son - very thorough in his assessment of my son's level of hearing.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Larry is not a pushy dr. Eva is a sweetheart. Everyone was friendly.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Good service. Eva is really good to work with you & it's close to home - makes it easier for me.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“I like their friendliness, knowledge and explanations.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Able to understand hearing aid. Very informative. Feel welcomed. Pleasant. They are professional and attentive with confirming appt. I would recommend them with great trust.”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Everyone I dealt with was very helpful and Megan was very personable and wonderful to deal with. Thanks!”
05/16/2014 Review received via mail
“Life is so much better with my new hearing aids. I can enjoy my favorite symphony / classical music with greater pleasure and enjoyment. Thank you.”
05/06/2014 Review received via mail
“They helped me with my hearing aid.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Friendly staff and I don't have to wait for an appointment. They have days where you can walk in without an appointment.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like their explanation of the hearing and and its uses - especially on the telephone and for television viewing.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like the friendly helpful way the appointment was handled. Informative.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I liked that everyone was so nice and explained detail by detail how to put on a hearing and and how to change a battery. Beautiful people!”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Very friendly staff. I would recommend getting a hearing test done here.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like them very much. The hearing aids they gave me make me hear much better. Thank you.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I like the friendly service of the staff. I like the professionalism of Dr. Solow. He has an upbeat personality.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“They are friendly & informative.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Service is always friendly & everyone is very knowledgeable.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“I appreciate their knowledge of what aid is best for me and Larry's patience, humor & expertise. Great service. Eva is so sweet and friendly. I feel I'm in good hands here.”
04/30/2014 Review received via mail
“Friendly. I understood what I was being told. Relaxed. Answered all questions. They helped with financing.”
04/28/2014 Review received via mail
“Everyone if very helpful. They speak clearly and make you feel very comfortable, take you seriously. And I was very pleased with the service they provide.”
04/28/2014 Review received via mail
“I like their helpfulness & pleasant greetings.”
04/22/2014 Review received via mail
“Friendly crew - Katrina is very understanding with me & my wife. I approve of their "bedside manner".”
04/22/2014 Review received via mail
“I like their quietness and hospitality. ”
04/22/2014 Review received via mail
“Service is great!”
04/21/2014 Review submitted online
“With my new devices, "I can hear!" Kudos for this development.”
04/21/2014 Review received via mail
“I like how Eva gave us information and she was very helpful and friendly. She also gave us more options for next time and assured us we can come back any time if there were more problems. ”
04/21/2014 Review received via mail
“Eva was so good to me helping me out with my hearing aid. Dr. Megan doing a good job as allways. Everybody is so helpfull in this office. Thank you so much Valley Hearing Center and thank you Eva so much for your time.”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“Excellent service, friendly, helpful staff.”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“I like Dr. Solo.”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“No wait, friendly service, all around great experience. Thank you!”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“Everyone's very friendly and accomdating and service was great!”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“Congenial and friendly.”
04/17/2014 Review received via mail
“They were nice people. ”
01/04/2014 Review verified by phone
“Easy to understand and very nice.”
01/07/2012 Review verified by phone
Clinic details
About this hearing center
At Valley Hearing Center, we offer comprehensive hearing solutions through patient education, state of the art technology, and experienced professional care. We are committed to providing quality service and dedication to our customers. Our main goal is to provide you with the best possible hearing care solution based on your individual needs.
We have four locations to choose from, see the links to our offices in Monterey, King City and Hollister.
Hearing care services
- Hearing evaluation (children and adults)
- Hearing aid evaluation and selection based on your needs
- Referral to physicians for medical ear issues
- Digital hearing aids, all styles, major manufacturers
- Real-life surround-sound hearing aid listening lab
- Complete Hearing HealthCare (CHHC) Service Plan
- Free batteries, hearing aid cleaning and hearing tests
- Hearing management training and counseling for individuals and families
- Expert in-office hearing aid service and repairs
- Assistive listening devices (TV, clocks, phones)
- Custom swim plugs and hearing protection plugs
- Custom cell phone earplugs
- Musician's Ear Plugs and custom monitors
- 60 day evaluation period
Clinic amenities
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
Hours of operation
Sunday | Closed |
Monday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment |
Tuesday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment |
Wednesday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment |
Thursday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment |
Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment |
Saturday | Closed |
Evening and/or weekend hours available by appointment. Please call to schedule. |
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Clinic amenities
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
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Accepted forms of payment
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- American Express
- Discover
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Financial aid
- Financing available for those who qualify
- Insurance accepted, please call for details