Audio Help Hearing Centers

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  Dr. Eduardo Bravo, AU.D

  Founder of Audio Help Hearing Centers

  Dr. Eduardo Bravo founded Audio Help Hearing Centers in 2000 after having spent years in medical, corporate and private practice settings in the field of audiology. He received his Bachelor’s and Master's degrees from Queens College at CUNY (City University of New York) and his Doctorate degree in Audiology from the University of Florida. Having earned awards for his continuing education credits, Dr. Bravo is committed to the ongoing improvement of his knowledge and skills. He has been frequently quoted in local and national newspapers, including articles in the NY Times. In addition to his extensive clinical experience, Dr. Bravo has served as Director of the Speech and Hearing Department at Brookdale Hospital and as a consultant to many local hospitals, including St. Vincent’s Hospital, Manhattan Eye and Ear Infirmary and Lenox Hill Hospital. He was the Director of Operations for a national audiology and hearing aid chain in New York and Connecticut. Dr. Bravo has extensive experience dispensing hearing aids and is actively involved in the management of Audio Help Hearing Centers at various locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Originally from Colombia, Dr. Eduardo Bravo has lived in New York for over 25 years and is married with two children. In his leisure time he enjoys reading, traveling and spinning.

  Link: Dr. Eduardo Bravo, AU.D

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  Dr. Gielarowiec

  Licensed Audiologist

  Dr. Marta Gielarowiec earned her Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from the Long Island Au.D Consortium consisting of Adelphi, Hofstra, and St. John’s Universities, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from St. John’s University. Her clinical experience included working with a diverse population of patients in a variety of settings including ear, nose, and throat clinics, private practices, and hospitals in the New York City area. Her areas of interest include behavioral and electrophysiological hearing evaluation, management of hearing loss through amplification and hearing rehabilitation. Dr. Gielarowiec strongly believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to hear. Her goal is to treat each patient as family and she is committed to helping every person reach their highest communication potential. Her favorite part of being an audiologist is building lasting relationships with her patients. She feels that understanding each patient’s life experiences and lifestyle is not only important but is also critical to improving their hearing and communication needs. Learn more about Dr. Gielarowiec.

  Link: Dr. Gielarowiec

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  Dr. Vincent D’Auria

  Licensed Audiologist

  Dr. Vincent D’Auria earned both his Bachelor of Arts degree and his Master of Arts degree in Audiology from St. John’s University in Queens, NY. He completed his clinical fellowship year in 2004 at a private practice in Manhattan. Dr. D’Auria then received his Doctorate in Audiology from Salus University in Elkins Park, PA in 2008. He has a New York State audiologist license, as well as his New York State hearing aid dispensing license. He is a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association. Dr. D’Auria has worked in a variety of demanding audiological settings. He has a variety of clinical interests with a strong focus in adult diagnostics and adult amplification. He is very passionate about improving the quality of life for those individuals who experience hearing loss. He believes in educating the patient, as well as their family members and close friends, about their hearing loss and its implications on daily life. He enjoys developing strong relationships with members of the community and providing them with the medical and emotional support that those with hearing loss may need.

  Link: Dr. Vincent D’Auria

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  Dr. Woodson

  Licensed Audiologist

  Dr. Jessica Woodson earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Connecticut and received her Doctorate in Audiology at The City University of New York (CUNY), where she has gained diverse experiences at various hospital and private practice settings. Dr. Woodson has a strong biomedical science background and has extensive experience working with a wide range of individuals with hearing loss. She is a friendly and compassionate individual with a passion to build long-term personal relationships with her patients and their families, with the ultimate goal of providing exceptional care and a delightful experience. She has a strong interest in the psychosocial impact of hearing loss and benefits of hearing technology on overall health and quality of life. Dr. Woodson joined Audio Help Hearing Centers as a patient care coordinator in 2014, and as a doctoral resident in 2016, and now operates our Park Avenue office. Learn more about Dr. Woodson.

  Link: Dr. Woodson

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  Dr. Laura Espinoza

  Licensed Audiologist

  Dr. Laura Espinoza is excited to join Audio Help Hearing Centers. Laura started at Audio Help as an intern then decided to come back for her residency and finally join the Audio Help team as an Audiologist. Laura earned her B.S. from Ithaca College and her Doctorate of Audiology from Pacific University. While living in Portland, OR, Laura volunteered at a clinic where she counseled Spanish speaking patients from the community who didn’t have health insurance about the negative impact diabetes has on their hearing health. She is interested in the patient care approach and finding the appropriate plan for hearing health. Learn more about Dr. Laura Espinoza.

  Link: Dr. Laura Espinoza