How do people notice hearing loss?
It usually comes on slowly. The TV volume goes up. Restaurants get harder. Family members start to repeat themselves. Most people adapt for years before they ask for help.
Signs of hearing loss→In the news · September 2026
As featured in Celebrate Somers 2026
Our practice is featured in the Celebrate Somers 2026 edition. Dr. Jennifer Ratner spoke about how hearing loss starts, what a first visit looks like, and the care we give in Somers and Harrison.
The article
Who you will meet
The doctors of audiology in the article photo. Each one has a full profile with training and specialties.
What we talked about
The main points from the interview, in our own words.
What is the first step?
Book a full hearing evaluation. A doctor of audiology does the diagnostic tests. Then we go through the results with you, so you know what your hearing looks like and what your options are.
Comprehensive hearing assessments→Is hearing loss only a problem for older adults?
No. Hearing changes can start at any age. That is why an early evaluation matters, even if you think you are too young to need one.
Hearing testing→How do you make sure a hearing aid works?
We use real-ear measurement. We put a thin probe microphone in your ear canal and measure what the hearing aid actually delivers in your ear. Then we adjust it to your prescription.
Hearing aid fitting→What if my ears ring?
We offer tinnitus therapy. We help you understand the ringing and choose a management plan that suits you.
Tinnitus management→Do you do more than tests and hearing aids?
Yes. We also do earwax removal, custom hearing protection, cochlear implant support, and hearing aid repairs and tune-ups.
All the ways we can help→Visit us in Somers
Our Somers office is in Somers Towne Centre. We also see patients in Harrison.
325 NY 100, Somers, NY 10589
- Monday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: 8:30am - 2:30pm
FAQ
Helpful answers
Who was interviewed for the Celebrate Somers 2026 article?
Dr. Jennifer Ratner, Au.D., a partner at Audiology Associates of Westchester. The article photo shows Dr. Caitlin Dold, Dr. Jennifer Ratner and Dr. Julia Rivera.
Where is the Somers office?
Our Somers office is at 325 NY 100, Somers, NY 10589, in Somers Towne Centre. That is where the Celebrate Somers festival takes place.
Which Somers audiologists can I see?
Dr. Caitlin Dold and Dr. Julia Rivera see patients in Somers and in Harrison.