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Dr. Ruth Reisman

Dr. Ruth Reisman

Dr. Ruth Reisman, AuD, MBA, CCC-A is a licensed Audiologist and Hearing Aid Dispenser in New York, Florida, and Bermuda and holds certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association. Dr. Reisman is a full-time university lecturer for the City University of New York, and an adjunct professor at Touro University. She is also the Founder and Co-Owner of Urban Hearing providing Virtual Auditory Processing Services for patients throughout the age range. Dr. Reisman specializes in hearing rehabilitation through the use of technology and Aural Rehabilitation. She believes a hearing aid should address the patient's primary concerns about their hearing and auditory concerns and have the best tools to facilitate communication and improve quality of life.

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