Ashley Cincotta Hardy is a Licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist with over two decades of experience helping patients improve their hearing and communication. She grew up in Cortland and earned her bachelor’s degree in human development from Binghamton University in 2004. Her professional background reflects a long-standing commitment to patient-focused hearing care.
Having grown up in a family affected by hearing loss, Ashley understands firsthand the impact that communication challenges can have on quality of life. She is dedicated to helping each patient find the right hearing solution based on their individual hearing needs, lifestyle, and budget, with an emphasis on clear communication and long-term success.
Gabby Radicchi
Provider Assistant
Gabby joined Cortland Hearing Aids in 2022. She is a graduate from SUNY Broome with an associate’s degree in Individual Studies. Gabby has a passion for helping people and is here to assist you in the process to get you hearing your best. Gabby is happy to assist you in scheduling your appointment, hearing aid troubleshooting, and answering any questions you may have on the path to better hearing.
“It was my first time in one of your facilities and it was in the Skaneateles office. Debra Sandbrook was the lady who did my test. She was very professional, yet very relaxing. She explained everything in terms that I could understand, also answering all the questions I had.
She gave me a reasonable time frame I could expect to hear back on the information gathered .”
Jana M. of Syracuse, NY 03/15/2026 Review submitted online
“Everyone is super friendly, patient, communicative, and genuinely devoted to my care. I get really helpful advice and everything is carefully explained. I am so lucky to have them as my hearing healthcare providers.”
Jim W. of Marathon, NY 03/14/2026 Review submitted online
“Always pleasant helpful and caring ”
Patrick W. of Cortland, NY 03/10/2026 Review submitted online
“Every single person at the office was attentive, friendly, and professional. Best experience I’ve ever had with a hearing aid practice. I’ve struggled with hearing loss for years, along with tinnitus and misophonia. My new Phonak hearing aids from Timeless Hearing Services are helping with all of those issues! Highly recommend! ”
Barbara L. of Moravia, NY 03/09/2026 Review submitted online
“Personable and helpful”
conni b. of Cortland, NY 02/27/2026 Review submitted online
“Hearing test and review was fantastic. When I called for appointment I didn’t have to schedule months out. When I arrived for my appointment I was taken in right away. Hear testing was very thorough and comprehensive. Review afterwards was beneficial with no pressure for anything extra.”
Mark L. of Syracuse, NY 02/20/2026 Review submitted online
“Gabby is great. She understands the issues and can make suggestion to solve them quickly. She has been right on about everything!”
Chris A. of Marietta, NY 02/12/2026 Review submitted online
“Very attentive and tuned in to my needs. If I have a problem they get me right in. Would recommend them to anyone needing help!”
Roger P. of Cortland, NY 12/29/2025 Review submitted online
“Was having really bad issue with loss if hearing in right ear and needed help.
Allyssa immediately spoke with Gabby who took me right in and diagnosed the issue as wax blockage and immediately removed it.
I had been so angry and frustrated. The care of both these women relieved all my concerns.
Thank you so much. ”
Mary S. of Homer, NY 12/24/2025 Review submitted online
“Staff are very friendly and always greet me warmly. Excellent service whenever I show up, especially when I have issues. ”
Jessica I. of Richford, NY 12/18/2025 Review submitted online
“My father is a new person since getting hearing aids. He is now able the hear his family and enjoy life to the fullest. The staff was amazing and very caring. ”
cheryl m. of Cincinnatus, NY 12/16/2025 Review submitted online
“Staff was very helpful and professional. Asked questions and adjusted settings for me.”
Kathy S. of Cortland, NY 12/06/2025 Review submitted online
“It’s always a pleasure visiting Cortland Hearing Aids. I’m always greeted warmly and they are very efficient with their appointments being on time. All who work there are friendly, knowledgeable and professional. ”
William L. of Homer, NY 11/22/2025 Review submitted online
“The staff at Cortland Hearing Aids all treated us in a friendly manner. Gabby Menke gave us her full attention, and examined and cleaned our hearing aids in a very professional manner. ”
Marti D. of Cortland, NY 11/03/2025 Review submitted online
“I have had nothing but positive experiences with Ashley and Gabby. Got hearing sides in January and then lost a lot more hearing in an accident. I've needed a lot of adjustments and tests and have never had a problem getting seen quickly. They are terrific!”
Dorothy G. of Cortland, NY 11/01/2025 Review submitted online
“Very professional and friendly service.”
Constance B. of Little York, NY 10/29/2025 Review submitted online
“Very happy with my hearing aids, they are a blessing and I'm so glad that I was directed to check out Timeless Hearing. I've worn hearing aids since I was 19 years old (60 years now), these hearing aids are great.”
Mary S. of Spencer, NY 10/15/2025 Review submitted online
“Friendly, professional, extremely capable and caring staff. Love 'em.”
Dave G. of Locke, NY 10/14/2025 Review submitted online
“Always very helpful , friendly and informative.”
Russell T. of Cortland, NY 06/26/2025 Review submitted online
“The staff at both the Cortland and Ithaca locations are very friendly and knowledgeable. Ashley has been wonderful to work with—she recommended hearing aids that suit my needs and include the technology I was looking for. She also knows how to optimize them for the best performance. I really appreciated that she was able to make a remote adjustment, saving me a trip to the office.
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Eric E. of Cortland, NY 06/11/2025 Review submitted online
“I had a 6 month checkup with Ashley today. She was personable, informative and helpful. ”
Conni B. of Cortland, NY 03/05/2025 Review submitted online
“I just was so happy with my first appointment with them! They are all so nice and friendly !”
Linda S. of Homer, NY 11/30/2024 Review submitted online
“As always the staff at Cortland hearing are absolutely wonderful. Wait time is minimal and service is extremely excellent. ”
Lonnie N. of Cortland, NY 04/24/2024 Review submitted online
“An excellent experience and an opportunity to learn more about hearing in general and how the other factors in health, age, etc interact with it.”
judith T. of Freeville, NY 04/17/2024 Review submitted online
“Ashley and staff are very friendly and capable. Especially with me and my domes!
Always a pleasure to go to the office.”
Christy S. of Cortland, NY 07/14/2023 Review submitted online
“Ashley and the office staff are wonderful!! My whole family goes there- always attentive and eager to help! ”
Susan M. of Tully, NY 05/12/2023 Review submitted online
“So very friendly and quick to acknowledge you as soon as you walk inside. Needed a slight adjustment and it was quick and thorough! A+”
Beth M. of Mclean, NY 03/03/2023 Review submitted online
“I have been very happy with Cortland Hearing Aids. The staff, the service, and the hearing aids themselves have been great.”
Nedra G. of Homer, NY 01/28/2023 Review submitted online
“Both my husband and myself have had exemplary service on getting our hearing tested, being fitted with
hearing aids and our six month routine check ups. I highly recommend Suzette to any one serious about improving their hearing. ”
Susan K. of Moravia, NY 01/04/2023 Review submitted online
“Cortland Hearing is simply fantastic. I've been working with Ashley for 2 1/2 years and the experience is just overwhelming in a very positive way. Ashley is very sensitive to the customer's needs and very thorough. No question goes unanswered and is unequivocal in content (means excellent). I look forward to my appointment next September when I probably will be upgraded with the latest technology. Batteries were changed today under the warranty. ”
peter s. of Lansing, NY 11/29/2022 Review submitted online
“Ashley and the whole staff were fantastic! I would definitely recommend Cortland Hearing Aids to my friends.”
Daniel K. of Moravia, NY 11/21/2022 Review submitted online
“I’ve been a patient for several years now. I recommend them for your hearing needs 100%. The front desk staff are friendly and welcoming, the technicians and hearing aid specialists amazing. All in all an excellent, reasonably priced business. ”
Lynne S. of Ithaca, NY 11/16/2022 Review submitted online
“I’ve been using Cortland Hearing Aids for almost a decade. The devices and care they provide has been consistently excellent. I highly recommend them.”
Herb H. of Homer, NY 11/14/2022 Review submitted online
“We are very pleased with the service and can't wait for our hearing aids. What a difference they will make in our lives. Thank you”
Cynthia C. of Moravia, NY 10/11/2022 Review submitted online
“There should exist a "My rating" of 6 (Beyond Excellent)! I had two unexpected scheduling requests within a week with Ashley and both were met with a smile and completely resolved. Everyone is clearly happy to be working there. And "It shows."
Thanks Ashley and team Cortland.”
Glen W. of Binghamton, NY 08/24/2022 Review submitted online
“Very helpful. Extremely pleasant experience. ”
Patricia S. of Ithaca, NY 06/06/2022 Review submitted online
“Very friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff. I will be using them for all of my hearing needs. ”
Dave D. of Newfield, NY 04/20/2022 Review submitted online
“Great experience Suzette was great! I am a new person! Love the support!!”
Sharin L. of Homer, NY 04/19/2022 Review submitted online
“The staff if kind ,efficient and knowledgeable.
No matter whom you deal with you will be happy. They listen and adjust things to fit my needs. I am grateful to have gone here and highly recommend you do! You won't be disappointed!!”
Dean O. of Cortland, NY 03/29/2022 Review submitted online
“Very friendly, helpful and professional staff!! The best place for hearing aids for a reason.”
Chad M. of Moravia, NY 02/02/2022 Review submitted online
“ I have been a patient for several years. I am always comfortable with the knowledgeable and considerate providers. Staff is very helpful and pleasant. It is wonderful to be able to hear again!! Don’t hesitate to schedule. ”
Mary C. of Cortland, NY 01/20/2022 Review submitted online
“I was nervous but they immediately put me at ease. Ashley was very professional and
made me relax and did a great job. Did not have to wait for long at all to be seen.
Everyone was pleasant and helpful. I would highly recomend them. ”
Gene C. of Cortland, NY 01/12/2022 Review submitted online
“Always a pleasant place to visit. The staff is very friendly and courteous. I see Ashley and she’s the best. Never a pressure situation, they show you the products and you make a decision. Great people to work with. I can’t say enough about my experience there.”
Carol D. of Preble, NY 12/29/2021 Review submitted online
“I highly recommend going to Cortland hearing . The staff are professional and polite. The office is clean and inviting. I went there to get my hearing checked and have taken my dad there as well . They don’t pressure you into anything and really seem to care about the people they see . ”
Sandra M. of Cortland, NY 12/13/2021 Review submitted online
“Professional, comfortable environment. Highly recommend for hearing concerns. Excellent facility. All questions carefully answered. Other hearing aid businesses are much closer but I choose to go to Cortland Hearing AIDS.”
Nancy H. of Marietta, NY 12/09/2021 Review submitted online
“Welcoming office decor with neutral colors. Friendly staff. Ashley administered my hearing test and explained the results to my satisfaction. Although I do not need further evaluation, I would return to Cortland Hearing Aids if necessary.”
Rita A. of Newburgh, NY 12/08/2021 Review submitted online
“Ashley was very helpful with my concerns. Very happy with my experience.”
Russell T. of Cortland, NY 11/29/2021 Review submitted online
“Really great place. Nice and helpful. Nice to hear clearly for the past 2 1/2 years. Give them a 12 out of 10. They always answer all of my questions ”
Harry T. of Ithaca, NY 11/22/2021 Review submitted online
“I was having some “squelching” with my hearing aid. Dr.Pace, Ashley, and the staff are phenomenal. They scheduled an appointment and Ashley was able to take care of the issue. I am grateful for their experience and care with my hearing deficit. ”
Mary C. of Cortland, NY 11/17/2021 Review submitted online
“Ashley is top-shelf all the way. Have never had a bad experience with her or any member of the staff at Cortland Hearing Aids, and I've been a patient for a while. ”
Joseph C. of Lansing, NY 09/21/2021 Review submitted online
“Dr. Pace and Ashley are wonderful. I have taken my Mom and I am now a patient. They have taken excellent care of us. I have referred friends, because I am delighted with the outstanding service that I have received. The staff is professional, helpful, and courteous. It has been a good experience. And I can hear!”
Mary C. of Cortland, NY 09/07/2021 Review submitted online
“I’ve worked with both Suzette and Ashley over the past nine years. Both are top- notch. I have nothing but good things to say about Cortland Hearing Aids.”
Herb H. of Homer, NY 09/01/2021 Review submitted online
“Warm and inviting atmosphere. Ashley is very professional and knowledgeable. I only have a positive feeling whenever I deal with this office and staff - nothing negative.. ”
Molly I. of Cortland, NY 08/16/2021 Review submitted online
“The folks at Cortland Hearing Aids are welcoming, knowledgeable, accommodating and patient. I'm very pleased with my experience there.”
Bob A. of Cortland, NY 07/29/2021 Review submitted online
“I’m delighted to be a patient at this practice. They are professional, caring, helpful, and available if/when I need advice or an adjustment. ”
Mary C. of Cortland, NY 07/27/2021 Review submitted online
“Best place to get hearing aids. The front office girls are the best. Ashley is superb, very professional and caring. Really enjoy seeing everyone when I have to go there.”
Jim R. of Ithaca, NY 07/19/2021 Review submitted online
“An office full of wonderfully like individuals. The clinical quality of my hearing assessment overshadowed my prior experience. Suzette’s professionalism is outstanding as is her enthusiasm !!”
Sue M. of Dryden, NY 07/15/2021 Review submitted online
“The best thing that ever happend. Great people, great service. I am very pleased.”
David H. of Groton, NY 11/12/2020 Review submitted online
“My moderate hearing loss has been helped tremendously by my newly acquired hearing aids. I can now hear all conversations regardless of where people are in a room or how soft spoken they are! Ashley was professional and compassionate and is highly recommended. ”
Denise M. of Lansing, NY 11/11/2020 Review submitted online
“The entire staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. They really pay attention to your needs and always do their best to meet them. I am always very well-satisfied with the service I receive.
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Julian W. of Cortland, NY 09/16/2020 Review submitted online
“Best experience I have ever had. Understood my financial situation and didn't make me feel guilty that I couldn't pay more than what my insurance covered. Staff are very helpful and wearing hearing aids again is fantastic to hear again.”
Valorie A. of Freeville, NY 08/12/2020 Review submitted online
“Friendly, professional service. Listened to my concerns, thorough screening and hearing test. Fitted hearing aids with complete instructions for care and adjustment of volume and programs. Couldn’t be happier. Great follow-up as well. ”
John V. of Cortland, NY 03/25/2020 Review submitted online
“Nice and neat office space, staff very helpful and friendly. Ashley, my hearing aid specialist, very well versed and knowledgeable in her field! ”
Mitchell M. of Groton, NY 03/09/2020 Review received via mail
“Ashley was very professional got my hearing back so I can enjoy having conversations in every situation! Thank you ”
Lawrence C. of Cortland, NY 03/04/2020 Review submitted online
“I am beyond happy with the initial visit and then the fitting and training for my hearing aids. Ashley is so understanding and well versed in her job. I had been wearing aids from a competitor and the hearing aids from Cortland are far above the quality of those. I haven't heard this well in 15 years, the stream by my home, the birds singing, etc. I am so thankful for these hearing aids and for the service given at Cortland Hearing Aids.”
Bill S. of Lansing, NY 01/21/2020 Review submitted online
“Totally awesome! I can't find enough good words to say. The staff at Cortland Hearing aids do a fantastic job. They have the knowledge, skills and friendly service. My life has totally turned around. Thank you Cortland Hearing Aids!!”
Benjamin B. of Cortland, NY 01/03/2020 Review received via mail
“They were competent, helpful.”
David R. of Ithaca, NY 04/22/2015 Review verified by phone
“My mom went here and she had a wonderful experience, she was very satisfied, which makes me very happy.They were very courteous and Suzette was very patient with my mom and the hearing problems. My mom overall had a great experience there. Better than the last place definitely. ”
Bernice G. of Newark Valley, NY 03/06/2015 Review verified by phone
“They were easy to understand and approachable. They told me in advance everything they were going to do so there is no questioning or anxiety or anything - they were just very very nice. ”
Kathleen P. of Syracuse, NY 02/27/2015 Review verified by phone
“I liked everything! She was very pleasant and very knowledgeable. She took time with him to make sure I understood how it worked and how it went on and took the time to answer my questions. She was just amazing. ”
Dennis D. of Cortland, NY 07/22/2014 Review verified by phone
“They were friendly, courteous and seemed very competent and informative. They answered any question I had. ”
Cathy Y. of Cortland, NY 01/08/2014 Review verified by phone
“I liked her caring attitude.”
Paula S. of Ithaca, NY 11/17/2011 Review verified by phone
Building better moments with exceptional hearing care
It is Cortland Hearing Aids mission to foster an ongoing relationship with our patients throughout their journey to better hearing. Our passion for helping people hear better begins with exploring hearing solutions together and to maintain follow up care that will optimize hearing wellness.
We are located on the corner of NY-13 and Munson Ave. We offer plenty of free parking.
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Hearing care services
Cortland Hearing Aidswelcomes you to better hearing with the following services:
Hearing evaluations (Hearing Tests) Performed in a sound proof booth by a NYS licensed audiologist with state-of-the-art equipment.
Otoacoustic emission testing that is typically used to screen infants or developmentally disabled patients that cannot give behavioral responses. It can differentiate between sensory and neural components of sensorineural hearing loss.
Tinnitus evaluations and counseling Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is often associated with hearing loss. A tinnitus evaluation can help to provide insight into the proper coping techniques.
Hearing aid evaluations to determine candidacy for amplification and selecting and fitting the appropriate hearing device based on the individuals hearing loss and lifestyle.
Hearing aid repairs, cleaning, tubing changes, and minor repairs on all brands of hearing aids.
Custom made hearing aid earmolds, often used for hearing protection, swimming, iPods, cell phone users.