Hearing and Brain Centers of America - North Austin

“This has really changed my life! Great to hear again! Changed my wife's life and she does not have to scream to talk with me. ”

“Wonderful experience. I was reluctant to see about hearing aids but knew I needed to. Saleem's ads in the paper and reviews convinced me. Saleem is very professional and knowledgeable about hearing aids. Very nice and personable, made me feel comfortable. ”

“Saleem is a very caring and knowledgeable professional. He explains everything in detail and makes sure that you are comfortable with your experience. I feel confident that I have received the best quality hearing aids and service available in Austin, TX. ”

“My new Oticon Opn S hearing aids have helped tremendously in my life. Eating out, sermons in church, watching TV and group conversations are so pleasant now and I can hear every word. I highly recommend Saleem and his experience.”

“Saleem Assaf's newspaper articles talk about hearing and brain cognition. After wearing my new "ears" for a while, I discovered I cannot 'wake up' in the morning without putting them on! ”

“Great experience. Saleem is most knowledgeable. Highly recommend. ”

“Excellent follow-up to ensure comfort and ease with the hearing aids. Very detailed. ”

“This was my second pair. Service was very courteous and professional. The new hearing aids are great. The hearing is more distinct and clearer than my old ones. Making adjustments is a lot easier. Great purchase. ”

“Saleem made getting used to the hearing aids as easy as possible. it was a great experience.”

“The aids made more difference than I expected. The experience has been educational and I appreciate the care given us. ”

“After using the hearing aids for 1 year, I began using them occasionally. For the last 6 months, I've used them all the time and have really become more aware of what I was missing. Using them all the time is really great. ”

“It was an outstanding experience from start to the end of the trial period. Mr. Asaaf is an outstanding professional who takes the time to thoroughly explain every step. He made sure the aids were fit properly and adjusted properly. I would highly recommend him to anyone. ”

“Saleem did a fantastic job! ”

“Fantastic clinician is Saleem Assaf. We have had so many questions and fears answered and addressed. Totally great experience. I am very relieved and satisfied. As a musician and piano teacher, my hearing must be very precise. ”

“After many years of delaying to have my hearing checked, I made an appointment with Saleem Asaaf. The best thing I've done in years. I can hear well again. Saleem is very knowledgeable and very professional. This has been a very excellent experience. ”

“Knowledgeable, cordial and very professional. ”

“First time with hearing aids has been excellent experience with no surprises. I can now hear in a normal way with family and friends. ”

“The journey to better hearing has been remarkable thanks to Saleem's attention to detail and thoroughness. I wish I had begun this journey well before now. ”

“The service and expertise at Better Hearing is outstanding. They are very customer oriented. My Father, Mother, and my wife's Father all got hearing aids there. By returning there, I think it shows how much I appreciate the service and result. I know it has helped me understand what is being said by the people around me. I know my wife appreciates it when I don't ask her to repeat everything. 5 STARS FOR SURE.”

“Dan's previous hearing aids caused him discomfort and he rarely wore them. That caused resentment on my part. The level of comfort and the improvement in clarity of his new devices has brought me to a much happier place-not having to repeat everything 3 times is wonderful. Your clear, step-by-step explanations were very helpful during the trial!. ”

“Saleem and Brenda are very cordial, helpful and likeable. The aids are performing as advertised and I am very pleased. ”

“My experience has been rewarding, especially in that a marriage has been enhanced: my husband can hear me again. Thank you for being patient, always available to assist (Saleem and Brenda) and providing explanation/understanding of degree of hearing loss. We love the TV feature. ”

“Very pleased with the thoroughness of each session. Attention to minor details that are addressed. Good. ”

“Came in due to pressure from family. Was given very complete and instructive information. Extra care was taken to solicit and answer all questions completely. Was given complete and clear instructions and explanations during the trial. Very satisfied!”

“All my questions were answered and all proper action completed to make desired correction. ”

“He explains everything very well. ”

“Excellent experience. Service was great. ”

“Very thorough explanations and very patient. I'm excited to be hearing now! Thank you. ”

“Saleem is knowledgeable and experienced with a lot of different scenarios involving hearing loss and use of the instruments. The only reason I rate it a 4 instead of a 5 would be a tiny bit of disappointment at the state-of-the-art. Not Saleem's fault! ”

“I was very comfortable talking with Saleem Assaf. I felt that he explained each step in the new process of learning how to use my new hearing aids. ”

“Saleem is very patient and explains things thoroughly. I especially appreciated his offer to add the App to my iphone in order to help my mom adjust her hearing aid volume/settings easily when I'm in town! ”

“Best experience I have ever had with any type of office for hearing or other equipment. Most knowledgeable of almost any. ”

“My experience at the hearing center was great. Everyone was very helpful and I came out hearing 100% better than I did with my other hearing aids. The app was a delightful plus, especially to watch television. Highly recommend. ”

“Saleem is the perfect choice for your parents hearing specialist. He was patient and explained everything to my mother as often as was necessary. She enjoyed her office visits and is happy with new hearing aid. Brenda is also an asset. She's kind and efficient. ”

“Clear info. ”

“Saleem is excellent at explaining and fitting and setting of my hearing aids. The Oticon Opns are comfortable and clear. I'll finally wear them all the time! Thanks! ”

“Good and pleasant experience. ”

“My experience was very pleasant. Easy, comfortable. The OPN is a great product. This office is not a hassle and Saleem is super to work with. ”

“Professionalized attention along with excellent aids made it an easy process. ”

“During my 1st visit, Saleem went out of his way to show me things about my hearing aids that I didn't know, EG, proper cleaning, how to adjust channel settings for different surroundings, overall evaluation on their condition. He was very informative and very thorough as he custom adjusted my devices to my hearing loss. Also followed up with a call the next day. Very impressed!”

“I was just an observer to my wife's hearing aid fitting. I was impressed with the careful attention and patience given to her. Nice personality and excellent understanding of his product. ”

“Saleem is patient, understanding and a good teacher, especially for me with a serious phobia of electronic devices. I would recommend Better Hearing Center of Austin.”

“It was a very pleasant experience. Saleem is very patient and through in explaining the operation of the hearing aids. His detailed explanation of insurance was enlightening. ”

“I find that he is by far the top expert in his field. ”

“As the wife of Jesse, I am very pleased with the hearing aids and the great follow-up. Thanks Saleem and Brenda. ”

“Very professional and pleasant. Saleem gives each of us his personal attention every time. ”

“Saleem is very knowledgeable about the hearing aid. Explains in detail all information needed. ”

“This has been a positive experience since day one. Using the app has really made changing my hearing experience easy. The ability to change in noisy places and also in a very quiet environment is fantastic. ”

“Saleem explains everything thoroughly and answers all questions so I can understand. Service is much better than my prior hearing aid provider. I have been coming here since 2014 and will continue using Saleem for hearing devices. ”

“We have been working with the hearing aid industry for 18 years. Our experience with Saleem was one of the best. Saleem was patient and knowledgeable. He was thorough and meticulous and worked diligently to ensure we had our concerns addressed. We were 100% satisfied with his service and our experience. Saleem's assistant, Brenda, was superb in all scheduling and insurance matters. She made those tasks easy. ”

“Saleem Assaf was very professional and knowledgeable. He is patient and understanding but also has access to and fully explains the technical aspects of the hearing devices. ”

“My experience was great. Very patient and thorough. ”

“My experience was awesome, my husband can hear again! Saleem is very professional and knowledgeable. His hearing aids have improved the quality of life for our whole family!”

“The hearing aids have helped me begin to understand my customers and I am better able to help solve their problems. My wife loves the fact she does not have to repeat herself and she does not have the TV so loud she has to leave the room. ”

“Due to vanity I was reluctant to get hearing aids, however, Saleem was so professional and accommodating that my experience has been very positive and beneficial. I have really enjoyed my experience. ”

“Very positive experience. Saleem is knowledgeable and competent. The follow-up is thorough. ”

“Very professional and thorough. They are available for follow-up and adjustment to be sure the hearing instruments are functioning to my satisfaction. ”

“Very positive experience. Fast, yet accommodating and helpful. ”

“My experience was outstanding as usual. I've been a patient for 6 years and can attest to Saleem's professional professionalism. Looking forward to 6 more years association. ”

“I am very pleased with my new hearing instruments, can hear conversations more clearly and particularly T.V. and movies. I am very happy with the attention and care given during my visits. ”

“I enjoyed the personal attention provided by Saleem!”

“Saleem was patient, took time with me, and answered all my questions. Very good at explaining operation of aids. I felt very comfortable coming here. ”

“Professional, courteous, friendly and prompt. ”

“Aids are a 5, service is a 5. Excellent communication explaining choices and meeting my needs. ”

“The best thing I liked was the rush of “better hearing” as we grew closer to the ultimate goal of opening my blocked hearing. Saleem is unusually kind and sensitive to his patients’ needs and feelings - I am so relieved!!!”

“He was very helpful, he explained everything so I could understand. I like the doctor. ”

“I have recommended Saleem to friends and co-workers based on my excellent experience. This was a big step for my mom and our family! Saleem made the whole experience stress free, funny and appreciative of his follow-up appointments. ”

“Dr. Assaf is a very nice man and takes his time with his patients, my mom. He is precise and thorough. I would recommend him. He takes his time explaining and made sure my mom became familiar with his terminology. Awesome experience. ”

“My hearing aids work. ”

“Saleem takes the time to explain technical details in very easy to understand terms. Always punctual, very good communications from Better Hearing of Austin. ”

“I appreciated his genuine interest in his patience. If I have special concerns, he is always interested in taking care of them to your satisfaction. He is great at discussing and explaining your needs. He is great!”

“This is the 4th year I have been seeing Saleem. I am very pleased with my hearing aids and the yearly visits where minor adjustments have been made and have helped a lot. ”

“I like the techs knowledge. His Thursday's column is always correct. ”

“I appreciated the personal attention and patience of the hearing provider. Very understanding of problems and willing to make adjustments or explain every aspect of situation. Saleem Assaf was excellent and professional. ”

“I bought my hearing aids here in January 2015 and have been very pleased with my devices and with the service I have received here. ”

“Saleem is amazing! He helped me throughout the process. I feel my hearing is better after using the Oticon hearing aid. I feel more confident. Thank you Better Hearing Center. ”

“Felt very comfortable and relaxed at all meetings. ”

“I liked the attention to detail and personal service best. ”

“The four things I like best were he took the time to clean the ear canals, very patient in treating patient, helpful in answering questions and the trial of instruments. ”

“I appreciated that they listened to my hearing problems and gave me options for better hearing which has proved to be much better than previous aids. ”

“The products are incredible and the time taken by Saleem to explain the devices, features of the application etc., have been great. ”

“Saleem seems genuinely more interested in improving my hearing than making money by selling me hearing aids. That was not the case at my previous provider. ”

“Saleem and Brenda are very efficient and courteous. Saleem explained my testing and how to operate my investments very thoroughly. We enjoyed the experience, great company. ”

“Saleem's explanations and information presentations were very clear and concise. Brenda and Saleem are personable and friendly while remaining professional at all times. ”

“The office is very professionally staffed. Everything was well explained. I love my husband's new hearing aids. I can no longer "sneak up" on him. The television volume is no longer as loud!!! Life at our house is much better. ”

“We like that we can hear each other. That is, if my husband wears his. We are still married, but it was getting close to a divorce when he wouldn't wear them and HEAR ME!”

“They are very patient and responsive; profound loss in one ear but still helpful. New units are high speed, resulting in faster telephone response. ”

“Overall excellent service. Saleem is personable, professional and communicates clearly, loudly and pleasantly. Plus, his voice quality is great for my Dad to "grasp". Thank you! ”

“I appreciated the full and patient explanation of the process. ”

“I liked the comfort I felt all during the process of choosing whether to get hearing aids. Saleem was very easy to work with, no pressure. ”

“Hearing is awesome! :)”

“Saleem is wonderful! I had a great experience. ”

“The doctor provides very good service and I am learning. ”

“I liked the professionalism best. ”

“The things I liked best are personality, work ethic, professionalism of vendor Saleem Assaf, small size of instruments, power of instruments and the software to adjust instruments. ”

“Overall this was a good experience. Appointments were timely, no waiting. The north location was convenient for us also. Dr. Assaf explained everything to both of us. I feel that Leon is hearing much better overall. ”

“I liked the way Saleem had me test Oticon Opn hearing aids. He did everything he could to help my hearing loss. However, I just didn't see that much improvement to justify purchasing them . ”

“The equipment is impressive and works beautifully! The goodies are first rate and your return policy is totally no-pressure. ”

“Saleem gives very personal attention during several visits to make sure you understand everything and to ensure that you are getting the best fit and hearing well. I highly recommend him. ”

“I appreciated the help I got from Saleem in adjustments of the hearing aids. ”

“Saleem provides great service. He is extremely knowledgeable of hearing loss and hearing aids. I was most impressed with his patience with mom to understand her new devices and worked with her as much as she needed. ”

“Dr. Assaf is extremely knowledgeable and patient in his explanations. Very thorough and excellent bedside manner when explaining various phenomenon. ”

“I appreciated the patience in explaining to me, showing me everything in detail and willing to work with us. ”

“I liked the communication the best. ”

“Saleem was more than helpful as we tried to improve my problem. The hearing aid just didn't give the word separation I needed. ”

“I liked the very courteous staff and the attention to details. ”

“I liked the level of knowledge about hearing programs best. ”

“Thank goodness for the insurance. I lost my hearing aids on a trip. When I got home and used my old ones they were so much worse, I threw them away. Now with my replaced hearing aids, I hear so much better again!”

“The hearing specialist took plenty of time with my husband and explained everything to both he and me about his new hearing aids. ”

“With these new hearing aids, people don't even know I'm wearing hearing aids and they are so comfortable, I forget they are in! ”

“I appreciated the personalized patient care, taking time for detailed explanations and instructions, and answering all my questions courteously. ”

“We checked and cleaned my hearing aids, cleaned my ears for wax and checked my hearing. With cleaned out aides, my hearing had not changed as I thought. ”

“I like their professional atmosphere and treatment the best. Mr. Assaf covers every detail in his explanations and patiently works to make his patients understand. He definitely is well read in this area and approaches it with extreme professionalism. ”

“Very informative. Economical for a good cause. I can hear again!”

“I appreciated the detailed description of everything so that I could understand. ”

“ I liked the gentle care; very careful and thorough. They completely cleaned my left ear which was 100% blocked - I had no idea! What great customer service! ”

“Saleem is very laid back and a pleasure to work with. ”

“They are knowledgeable, personable, patient with questions and a great location.”

“I enjoyed their concern for everything, being comfortable and what Saleem presented. He is very, very conscientious and I appreciated it. I'm also very pleased with my hearing aids. Thank you. ”

“I thought Saleem was wonderful!”

“I appreciate the good explanation! They are patient and the 4 weekly visits during the testing period was very helpful. ”

“I liked their professionalism.”

“I've been wearing aids for 17 years. Saw his ad in the paper and decided to go see him. He is so knowledgeable about hearing aids and so caring. I have never regretted my decision. I recommend him to all my friends who have a hearing problem.”

“He is very caring about his patients. He takes time to explain everything to you. He is very personable. ”

“He was a people person. Explained everything to me plus I could ask anything. I am very happy with my hearing aids. This was a good experience. I will recommend him to all my friends. ”

“Very informative. Friendly and easy to talk to. Seem to be very knowledgeable. ”

“I liked the individual attention to my needs and explanation of hearing difficulties. Also, how to take care of my hearing aids was helpful: changing batteries, cleaning them and being able to call anytime with questions.”

“Professionalism, empathy, clarity. ”

“I was missing parts of everyday conversations, also having to turn the T.V. and radio up much louder than others around me. Since being fit with my new hearing aids from the Better Hearing Center, the above are no longer issues. Hearing normal daily sounds again is a pleasure. I love being able to participate and feeling part of social gatherings again.”

“I was not able to hear all that was said and had to ask people to repeat often. It was also a struggle to communicate on the telephone with friends and family. I can now hear and understand so much better and life is good!”

“My husband listened to the TV at a very loud level, had to repeat things to him and there were a lot of misunderstandings due to his hearing loss. With his new hearing aids from Saleem at Better Hearing, life is so much more peaceful now. The TV volume is lower, we have great conversations and the frustration is gone. My husband finally realizes just how bad his hearing was and is very happy that he decided to get hearing aids!”

“When listening to classical music, I could not hear the high notes. With my new hearing aids everything comes in clear. My wife kept nagging me because she had to repeat sentences, but now she gets her answer when she asks something. The professional care from Saleem was wonderful. Outstanding patient care!”

“He was very courteous and attentive and did an excellent job with me.”

“This is my second experience with buying hearing aids and I have found Oticon hearing aids to be so much better than others I have tried. Also, the service and professionalism was 100% better than my previous experience at another provider!”

“Because of my hearing difficulties, I would miss out on many group conversations due to not wanting to ask for repeats. So I had made the decision for hearing aids before coming to the Better Hearing Center of Austin. To have these hearing aids has opened a new world of sound to me. Being able to hear conversations, the music of birds, etc. The staff at better Hearing did an excellent job of meeting my hearing needs, and were very caring. Thank you Better Hearing!”

“I have faced many difficulties due to my hearing loss. However, now my hearing is better than I could have ever imagined. I am hearing things I had forgotten about and I am truly grateful for this wonderful gift. Thank you Better Hearing!”

“Saleem has helped me so much.I couldn't function without my hearing aids. Saleem shows such patience and caring. Never felt rushed, very happy with my new hearing aids and more importantly the wonderful care I was shown by Saleem.”

“My quality of life has increased. I hear people talk and can hold a conversation and understand what is said. I don't feel out of place. Thank you Better Hearing.”

“They were very informative took time to answer my questions. ”

“They were very knowledgeable.”

“All experiences with Saleem have been outstanding! I am on my second set of hearing aids through better Hearing and I am extremely happy with this new technology. The difference in clarity and better hearing is wonderful. I would recommend Better Hearing and new technology to everyone!”

“From the moment I came to the Better hearing, it was a great experience. My hearing has improved greatly, along with my motivation. I look forward to life each day!”

“The professionalism that better Hearing gave me was absolutely wonderful. I have recommended them to others w/hearing loss with no hesitation. Thank you Saleem and Brenda for all you do!”

“Very professional. Saleem was very thorough and offered a complete explanation while cleaning my ears. Highly reccomend.”

“I am very pleased and blessed to have received services at this office with my hearing loss and hearing aids.”

“Very knowledgeable. Caring and compassionate. Works with the School for the Deaf. I liked the website, it made me want to go in.”

“Better Hearing has increased my quality of life. I've had my instruments for 2 years and seen significant improvement in my hearing. Saleem and his staff are top notch. Don't hesitate, call Better hearing!”

“Pleasantly surprised at the knowledge and professionalism of Saleem Assaf. He took great time and effort in determining my hearing problems and provided assistance in correcting the problems.”

“I bought my aids from Dr. Saleem because he not only explained in detail my hearing loss problems, but what the aids would do! How they function and how to correctly use them. He supervised it all to make sure I was using them correctly.”

“I have been a patient of Better Hearing Center of Austin for 4 years. My hearing aids have really helped me to hear better. The staff is very helpful and welcoming.”

“I am very pleased with the way every step in the process was handled. Each step was thoroughly explained. It was a pleasure to come to each appointment during the trial period knowing that my progress was charted and corrections and improvements were explained to my satisfaction. My appreciation for a job well done.”

“Saleem has been very responsive and helpful in fitting me with hearing aids that have greatly improved my hearing. Especially in groups with loud background noises. The equipment is easy to use and almost invisible.”

“Very professional/personal. Everyone made my family feel like close friends and made the experience a wonderful one.”

“Friendly, helpful, experienced and caring staff. Warm and inviting office environment. With my new hearing aids I am now "tuned in" to the world and connected.”

“I have always enjoyed my visits at Better Hearing. Saleem has always been a top professional when testing my hearing and checking my hearing aids. I firmly recommend him to everyone with a hearing problem.”

“The staff is wonderful. Very attentive and the information received during the visit was most helpful.”

“Everyone is very friendly and the ear cleaning procedure was very relaxing. Can hear better already!”

“I had concern with having to pop my ears several times a day. After a pleasant visit I was given great advice and a great experience. I recommend everyone go to the Better Hearing Center if they have concerns about hearing.”

“The Better Hearing Center is the best experience I have had compared with any other center. Saleem is a super guy to work with.”

“With my new hearing aids it is now easier to listen and engage in conversations. I also can hear sounds that I did not hear before. Mr. Saleem and staff are always very helpful.”

“Wore aids for years. The new Oticon aids are a major improvement, especially in noisy environments. Multiple programs and volume control is easy to use and a great improvement. The care and service at Better Hearing is the best example of superior or excellent care. It's a great experience.”

“I have always been impressed by the caring attitude and professional feelings I receive by Saleem and Brenda. They validate all my hearing questions and concerns. I always leave feeling much better about my hearing loss.”

“After 4 years I can happily say I have been very pleased with this clinic and the professionalism of everyone involved. My instruments are wonderful and have added a new dimension to my life.”

“I came in thinking I may have a hearing disorder. After a thorough cleaning it was obvious that my only problem was a heavy build up of wax over a long period of time. There was no attempt to "sell" me something I did not need. Great service!”

“Saleem was very thorough during my ear exam and hearing test. His explanations were very clear and he took alot of time to ensure that I understood everything. I will be back for sure and will try to get my sister to come in as well.”

“The Better hearing Center is fabulous. These hearing aids are the best I have ever had. I can hear so much better and they are easy to take care of.”

“The doctor and nurses were kind, helpful & answered all my questions. I would definitely use these services again.”

“Every person I spoke with professional, polite and pleasant! Saleem answered all of my questions and provided a fantastic service. I had my ear wax removed and I feel so much better!”