Staff
Rachel Timmons,
AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Dr. Rachel Timmons received her B.S. in Communication Disorders from the University of Massachusetts in 2011. She earned her Doctorate in Audiology from Salus University in 2016. Dr. Timmons holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She is a member of the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She specializes in cochlear implants.
Rebecca Sochin,
AuD
Audiologist
Dr. Rebecca Sochin, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Worcester State University. She earned her Doctorate of Audiology Degree from Salus University in 2022. She has a personal connection to both hearing loss and to University Otolaryngology. Dr. Sochin has a hearing loss herself, which brings a unique perspective in the eyes of her patients. She also grew up a patient of University Otolaryngology. Her goal is to help her patients achieve the best quality of life by giving them back a sense that they have been without for undoubtedly quite some time.
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Reviews
Healthy Hearing posts all positive and negative reviews that meet publishing criteria.Read 14 verified patient reviews for University Otolaryngology - Providence! Their average review score is 4.07 () from 14 reviews.
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“The front desk staff (receptionist staff) are slow and have no personality, audiologist and doctors are wonderful and very knowledgeable.”
Received 01/08/2018Official Response from University Otolaryngology - Providence:“Thank you for your feedback about your visit to our office. I'm happy to hear that you were pleased with the care our physicians and audiologists provide; however, I'm sorry that you were not satisfied with your interaction with the office staff. We want to provide the best care possible for our patients. If you would like to share specific information about your visit, please contact our office and ask to speak with our practice administrator, Maureen Brousseau.”
“Very thoughtful and thorough. The only thing missing was a helpful payment plan to spread the cost of hearing aids over several months. ”
“This is a review of Katie one of the Audiologist. My son was seen on two different occasions for a hearing test. On each occasion we did not receive a greeting from Katie upon being called into the hearing booth. My son, who has an anxiety disorder, became upset and Katie yelled at him, then stated "we're done". After my husband left the room with our son, she continued to argue with me. I have worked in a medial office for the past 14 years and have never experienced an encounter like this. She should not be allowed to work with patients let alone children. Very upsetting and disappointing because the rest of the office staff was very pleasant. ”
Received 03/19/2018Official Response from University Otolaryngology - Providence:“I am sorry that you and your son did not have a positive experience at our office. We are always looking for ways to improve patient care. If you would like to share more information about these visits with us, please call our office and ask to speak with me. Kathleen Aspinall, Au.D.”
“Micheline Denis was superb!”
“I liked their directness.”
Clinic details
University Otolaryngology is comprised of an expert team of audiologists and clinical professionals to manage all of your ear and balance needs. The highly skilled audiology staff provides comprehensive hearing assessments and informational counseling about hearing loss, tinnitus, and amplification options. We offer a full range of hearing aid services as well as custom products for hearing protection and swimming.
We have two conveniently located offices in the surrounding area to better serve you.
Hearing care services
Audiological Diagnostic Testing - Testing is done in the office for those six months and older. An audiologist evaluates a patient by taking a medical history and performing a general physical exam. Your audiologist will test your hearing to help determine if you have hearing loss and if you can benefit from amplification.The next step includes using specialized instruments to measure how well sounds are transmitted through the ears and middle ear to the inner ear and brain.
Tympanometry - Performed to diagnose problems with the outer, middle, and inner ears, such as:
- Eardrum perforation
- Infection
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL)
- Other causes of hearing loss
Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Testing - A noninvasive diagnostic test that measures the amount of sound energy produced by the inner ear. OAE testing can detect several ear disorders, including:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL)
- Peripheral Hearing Loss (PHL)
- Conductive Hearing Loss (CHL)
- Presbycusis
Tinnitus - Commonly referred to as ringing in the ear. The hearing test can help reveal any possible causes for tinnitus,
Vertigo - Your physician will perform specific physical exam tests and may refer you for specialized balance testing at our Center for Vestibular and Balance Disorders.
Hearing Aids -
Bone Anchored Hearing Devices - There are two main types of bone-anchored hearing devices:
- Auditory osseointegrated implants
- Malleable or wearable prostheses
Univoto participates with the following plans:
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield of RI, Cigna, Medicare, Neighborhood Health Plan of RI, Tricare, Tufts Health Plan, United Health Plan, Harvard, Coventry (First Health), Humana Senior Plans.
Amenities
Convenient parking
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Hearing implants
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
Tinnitus
Hours of operation
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9 am - 12 pm, 1 - 5 pm by appointment |
| Tuesday | 9 am - 12 pm, 1 - 5 pm by appointment |
| Wednesday | 9 am - 12 pm, 1 - 5 pm by appointment |
| Thursday | 9 am - 12 pm, 1 - 5 pm by appointment |
| Friday | 9 am - 12 pm, 1 - 5 pm by appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
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1351 S County Trail Bldg 3 Ste 303
East Greenwich, RI 02818
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Amenities
Convenient parking
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Hearing implants
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
Tinnitus
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Accepted forms of payment
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- Discover
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Financing available for those who qualify
- Insurance accepted, please call for details