Michael Ruffen is a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist. He is knowledgeable in the latest hearing aid technology and experienced helping people achieve healthy hearing.
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Read 13 verified patient reviews for Access Hearing Service Inc! Their average review score is 5 () from 13 reviews.
“Michael is truly the quintessential hearing aid provider. He is patient, knowledgeable, respectful, and very caring. He does not promote any one particular aid, but only shows you and guides you for what will best serve you. He has a great sense of humor - which, given this tedious research and choosing exercise, is truly a boon! His depth of knowledge of each aid in the industry is incredible. He seriously, personally cares about his patient. I recommend him so highly to anyone, absolutely anyone seeking improvement in their hearing - in a most cost- effective manner. There are so many providers and hearing aids available. It is mind boggling to study everything and be able to make a proper decision. This is a costly endeavor, and Michael is the one to go to. Period.”
Eliane A. of Red Hook, NY 08/10/2024 Review submitted online
“Michael was pleasant to work with, he catered to my needs, and helped me feel better by the time I left. He explained everything thoroughly, and even showed me videos to help me better understand my care. I cannot wait for my new hearing aids!!”
Luis R. of Newburgh, NY 07/10/2024 Review submitted online
“Michael communicates clearly with integrity and intelligence. Very positive experience.”
Cheryl N. of Verbank, NY 05/30/2024 Review submitted online
“This is the first pair of hearing aids that I purchased from Michael. I previously purchased hearing aids from other providers but they were not comfortable to wear. I thought that I would give Michael a chance to do something to make me happy. He did. The Signias that I am wearing are easy to put in and they are much more comfortable than the previous ones. Pay Michael a visit. He will not disappoint you.”
William N. of Staatsburg, NY 04/04/2024 Review submitted online
“If I could rate my experience with Michael and Access Hearing higher I would. I have worn hearing aids for over 15 years, and was a bit nervous over trying a new service. From my first phone call to book my appointment, to the visit itself it was a great experience. Michael explained everything he was doing every step of the way. I have never had that happen before. So, thank you Michael, for your kindness, and your professionalism. ”
Judith S. of Hyde Park, NY 02/04/2024 Review submitted online
“I was a patient of another large group, needed new hearing aids and after receiving a price I looked around and found Michael at Access Hearing and went to him and not only got the same new hearing aids for about two thousand dollars less but received the best professional hearing services I’ve ever had.
Recently I had a problem and thought it was the hearing aids causing a chirping noise and other noise so I called Michael and he saw me within a few days. He examined my hearing aids and then my ears and found out they were plugged with a major wax buildup in both ears. He said he could try to flush them out and clean the ear canals, I let him do it and everything turned out perfect and I can hear perfectly fine again thanks to Michael’s excellent service.
I highly recommend him to anyone who needs hearing testing and or hearing aids, you’ll be amazed by his professionalism and service.”
Charles D. of Pleasant Valley, NY 10/30/2023 Review submitted online
“I brought my elderly aunt to the office because she was almost deaf in both ears. Michael Ruffin was so kind to her and so generous with his time. He went the extra mile doing an extra service that was not scheduled, and he didn’t say a word about it. He helped my aunt hear again (which we weren’t sure was possible), and she left his office in tears of joy. We literally stayed in the parking lot for 30 minutes while she listened to the sounds of the cars, birds, etc. His fees are extremely reasonable as well. I highly recommend him and suggest you go nowhere else. ”
Lisa A. of Hopewell Junction, NY 09/04/2023 Review submitted online
“I had an appointment today with Michael, and his care went way above and beyond my expectations. I'd already had a hearing test, so Michael carefully went over it with me and provided a lot more information and context than ENT doctor and audiologist who performed it. Beyond his expertise and excellent service, I was struck by Michael's candor and integrity in helping me decide if hearing aids were even necessary. And he's a really nice person! ”
Robert W. of West Hurley, NY 08/25/2023 Review submitted online
“I had an absolutely wonderful experience getting replacement hearing aids (my old ones broke after 7 years) from Michael at Access Hearing. He really cares about his customers and spends a lot of time explaining everything, including discussing what hearing aid settings (there are many!) that will work best for you.
I had to drive for an hour from my home to Access Hearing, but I would glady drive much further to get the personal service that Michael provides.
And even with all the personal attention, Michael's prices are still among the very best!”
Per H. of Yorktown Heights, NY 02/04/2023 Review submitted online
“I would give Michael at least a 6 star rating for his service of going above and beyond to accommodate me and make sure I had the best possible outcome! He is very personable and extremely knowledgeable in his field. I didn’t realize how much I was missing with hearing muffled noise & voices until I had better quality hearing aids that were adjusted to my specific needs by Michael. Now I know what it is like to clearly hear! Thank you Michael!”
Susan V. of Staatsburg, NY 12/17/2021 Review submitted online
“The Access hearing aid experts are knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. I’ve been a well-satisfied customer of theirs for six years.
They know all the hearing issues and all the product lines. That comes from their long family background in the business and years of experience.
They are most valuable because they have a genuine interest in each patient. They appropriately fit their explanations and suggestions to the individual needing help. They respect their clients, listen to them, and go out of their way to give good service.
They offer their forthright opinion about what the best choice of a hearing aid might be, not always recommending the most expensive one. In short, they are honest and give their clients the straight scoop.
Importantly, I’ve found their prices to be one-third lower than the hearing guys that run big ads in the newspaper and clog my mailbox with come-ons!
For sure, if you need hearing help, these folks deserve a try. They are competent, well-motivated, and focused on service. You won’t go wrong choosing this personable Access Hearing team.
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Roger K. of Hyde Park, NY 06/28/2021 Review submitted online
“I was not expecting such great service! Michael Ruffen of Access Hearing Service was the local instrument specialist servicing the model I bought.
I brought my hearing aid in yesterday for adjustments. He first examined my hear canal with an optical probe that displayed on the 32 inch TV in front of me, no doubt what was being seen - my ear canal was clogged with wax! When this happened in the past with audiologists, it involved a trip to the doctor's office for an ear cleaning, a pain, but not this time! Michael had the tools at hand and cleaned out the offending wax in a few minutes - no trip to the doctor's office was needed.
While he was at it, he also cleaned the wax out of the hearing aid and put new ear plugs on the hearing aid receiver. He accomplished all this in 15 minutes! To say i was pleased would be an understatement. When I need my next hearing exam, this is the place I will go to.
If you want to buy or adjust hearing aids, go to Michael Ruffen at Access Hearing Services - he comes from a family of audiologists (his father) and knows how to please his patients. ”
Robert S. 09/11/2020 Review submitted online
“Michael and his staff are ALWAYS there to help and assist their patients. I have never felt as much caring and professionalism than I do now at Access Hearing.
I've been wearing hearing instruments for quite some time and the support afforded me is exceptional. There is no better practice to go to in the Hudson Valley.”
Norman A. of Pleasant Valley, NY 12/31/2018 Review submitted online