Dr. Hartnett earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from the Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium, based at Hofstra University, and her undergraduate degree in Communicative Disorders and Sciences from the State University of New York at Geneseo. She completed her clinical residency at Hearing Help Associates’ Bellmore location, now part of HearingLife.
Dr. Hartnett is dedicated to providing the highest standard of patient-centered care by utilizing state-of-the-art technology and working with leading hearing aid manufacturers. Through diverse clinical rotations in both ENT and private practice settings, she has developed a comprehensive skill set in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of hearing loss. Dr. Hartnett is currently accepting new patients.
Nicole Talamo, AuD
Audiologist
Dr. Nicole Talamo, from Queens, New York earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from Molloy College and earned her Doctorate in Audiology from the Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium in partnership with Adelphi University. She honed her skills during her residency at HearingLife in Bayside. Dr. Talamo's extensive education and clinical experience enable her to provide exceptional care to people of all ages. Dr. Talamo went into the field of Audiology because she experienced hearing loss in her family when her cousin was born deaf and underwent cochlear implantation surgery. Her compassionate approach ensures that every individual receives personalized attention, enhancing their hearing health and overall quality of life.
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Read 43 verified patient reviews for HearingLife - Bayside! Their average review score is 4.51 () from 43 reviews.
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“I shoed up at the walk-in our was sent away.”
rr b. of Fresh Meadows, NY 07/05/2025 Review submitted online
“I dealt with Nicole, she was very nice, patient, and knowledgeable. She explained different options, and prices. I was very pleased with their services. I highly recommend them, also there is parking on premises, which is a plus.”
Mary R. of Flushing, NY 02/17/2025 Review submitted online
“I have been coming here for a while every time I have an issue they work with me to resolve. Very professional ”
Sandra P. of Flushing, NY 04/24/2024 Review submitted online
Christian T. of New York, NY 04/02/2024 Review submitted online
“Very courteous office. Receptionist and doctors are very helpful.”
Carmine V. 10/10/2023 Review submitted online
“Dr Telamo was excellent!”
Michael E. of Breezy Point, NY 08/18/2023 Review submitted online
“The receptionist she is really nice and the facility is clean.”
Shirley D. of Bellerose, NY 05/01/2023 Review submitted online
“I am very satisfied with the services at the Bayside office. Easy access for appointments and questions/issues. I have recommended them to everyone who has asked me regarding product and service.”
John C. of Whitestone, NY 04/14/2023 Review submitted online
“The Bayside office is very conveniently located. Once you arrive the office is warm and welcoming as well as clean and bright. Staff are friendly and courteous as well as professional and knowledgeable. Everyone gets personal attention which shows they care about their patients on a higher level than some places. Overall excellent experience coming here and would not choose any other place for my hearing needs.”
Brian M. of Fresh Meadows, NY 01/06/2023 Review submitted online
“Very professional staff”
Oodhoo K. of Hollis, NY 10/25/2022 Review submitted online
“My mother and I had very good experience at the audiology clinic. In particular Racquel was very helpful as a Spanish translator and very professional is describing and demonstrating proper use and maintenance of the hearing aids. I am thankful for her support.”
Marcella R. of Forest Hills, NY 06/25/2022 Review submitted online
“In and out on time for my appointment. Courteous staff.”
M R. of Jamaica, NY 03/17/2022 Review submitted online
“Dr. Samantha Hartnett was very professional and knowledgeable. Felt very confident in her care.”
Gregory L. of Flushing, NY 02/28/2022 Review submitted online
“Very courteous and friendly staff ”
Carmine V. of Flushing, NY 02/14/2022 Review submitted online
“I had a great check up. I could hear for the first time. I could get a great understanding of words in it’s true form. ”
Ira L. of Oakland Gardens, NY 07/06/2021 Review submitted online
“Ms. Sharon Philip was excellent. She really took the time to understand my father’s hearing needs in terms of options that were available to him and making sure that he was satisfied with the device. We never felt rushed in our appointments. The front desk called us the day before the appointment to remind us. Definitely would recommend this location.”
Lisa M. of Fresh Meadows, NY 03/06/2021 Review submitted online
“Excellent service...helpful, convenient and overall pleasant and quick experience! I so appreciated this nicely designed system! ”
Pat M. of Flushing, NY 09/30/2020 Review submitted online
“Quick & friendly service ”
Don S. of Oakland Gardens, NY 07/24/2020 Review submitted online
“After shopping many companies, hearing aids on January 2018 I purchased my hearing aids from this branch. To date the units needed many tweeks, adjustments, and returns. Know that this office does not make the devices but they stand behind the product. Dr Hal Freed is never to busy to run the procedures for the units, to the client and always with a smile. Sharon the technician Is very knowledgeable, exceptionally patient, more then able to resolve any problem with the units, will tirelessly demonstrate their use until the client knows how to use the product. As for the front desk, Cassie, BB, and Destiny are very courteous, and will resolve problems and accommodate appointments to fit the clients needs. All in all I would strongly recommend this establishment with a four and a half star ratting. ”
Rosetta A. of Whitestone, NY 07/22/2019 Review submitted online
“My experience there was first rate. Ms. Philip was very helpful and informative concerning my hearing aid choices. She explained in great detail how to use and take care of the devices. Dr. Freed is very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining how I lost more hearing in one ear over the other which I found to be a relief. He is very personable and makes you feel very at ease. He answered all my questions to my satisfaction and he recommended the best device suited to my needs. The hearing aids have made a significant improvement in my life, to the point that I regret waiting so long to get them. I would recommend anyone in need of a hearing device to visit his practice. You will be very pleased that you made the choice to see him.”
Anthony C. of Fresh Meadows, NY 06/20/2019 Review submitted online
“I cannot say enough about Dr. Freed and the entire staff at the Bayside location. They truly treated my mother like family. Their patience, passion and care is beyond words. We will be forever grateful to Dr. Freed. ”
Lydia P. of Flushing, NY 05/08/2019 Review submitted online
“Dr. Freed took the time to give me a comprehensive hearing evaluation. It appears that over the years my ability to hear has decreased. Upon his analysis of my condition he recommened a set of hearing aids that improved my hearing ability at the higher spectrum. Now I was also so very pleased with Sharon Phillip, his assistant who spent a considerable time with me making adjustments to the level that the sound from the aids is a so very close to the same sounds without the aid. Furthermore, she fitted me with the most comfortabe "buds" for my ears that I no longer wish to pull them out of my ears. To conclude my hearing has improved since the aids are working better and the fit in the ears is no longer a distriction. I also must include the the two ladies at reception. They are kind, warm and highly professional.”
Howard K. of Fresh Meadows, NY 04/24/2019 Review submitted online
“Recently I found out I have Tinnitus. I have visited 3 ENT doctors and their diagnosis was stress and just live with it because there is no medication for T. I was more depressed after leaving their offices. Then I went to see Dr. Hal Freed and he has a very pleasant and friendly personality not like other typical doctors. He performed all the tests and provided me recommendations and for the first time I feel there is hope. This gives me positive attitude to face the challenge to manage my T. ”
Amy T. of Bayside, NY 03/07/2019 Review submitted online
“I called the Bayside Office help. I am a client. My question was that I wanted to replace the installed microphone with a new one. All I wanted to know was the
replacement tab blue or black for the proper replacement for my hearing aid. I have the blue and black tabs my aid is the Oticon Alta2Pro. They could not answer my question and an office appointment was required . You sell hearing aides and distribute supplies for this device and an appointment is needed for the answer. What even made this experience even worse, they hung up on me! ”
Howard S. of Oakland Gardens, NY 02/07/2019 Review submitted online
“It was my first visit and I must say I was extremely satisfied.
Great service. Friendly staff. Dr. Hal Freed has a personality that was down to earth. I felt very comfortable explaining my loss of hearing situation to him.
His recommendation was a very small hearing aid which is not noticeable to other people. I was concerned about that. LOL.
Good service and a friendly staff goes a long way these days because those things are hard to find. :)
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Eileen Z. of Whitestone, NY 02/01/2019 Review submitted online
“Hal Freed explained everything in a very special way, I'm very happy!
I went back after a year to get the battery charging unit with the batteriees used for that system.
I was in and out of the Bayside NY office thanks to the professional way Kimberley and Sharon handled my situation. ”
Bruce B. of Ossining, NY 01/15/2019 Review submitted online
“My grandmother has hearing aids from here. Every time we go for adjustments Dr. Freed takes great care of her and gives her plenty of time. He clearly cares about his work and his patients. Excellent service! Thank you! ”
Kim N. of New York, NY 10/04/2018 Review submitted online
“the product did not live up to expectations.
after one year of purchase and office visits
I have given up. RATING ZERO.
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john j. of Whitestone, NY 01/20/2017 Review submitted online
“I suggest that you carefully review your contract before your sign it. What I was told during my first visit was very different than what appeared in the contract. I guess I am too trusting. You may want to know that if you are dissatisfied with your hearing aids and return them you are liable for 10% of the cost per hearing aid. That can come out to quite a sum if your hearing aids cost as much as $4900. In addition if you are told that if you lose your hearing aid, the loss is covered, that is not true. There is a 25% fee which came out to over $625. Buyer beware! Check that contract carefully before you sign. To add insult to the injury, the hearing aid does not even help with my hearing loss.”
Lynda D. of Flushing, NY 06/20/2016 Review submitted online
“I didn't feel rushed. I liked that any questions I needed answered, were answered.”
Linda P. of New York, NY 11/04/2015 Review verified by phone
“The staff and Dr. Freed are great. Very professional! ”
Claudia B. of Bayside, NY 05/21/2015 Review submitted online
“I liked the doctor, very professional.”
Patrick D. of Ozone Park, NY 05/21/2015 Review verified by phone
“I thought he was good with me. ”
Naka R. of Jackson Heights, NY 12/30/2014 Review verified by phone
“Very seemless - they answered all my questions. Very competent. ”
Beatriz S. of Flushing, NY 04/09/2014 Review verified by phone
“Very expensive place to buy hearing aids. He is very nice until you buy the hearing aids after that he doesnt give you enough time. ”
Mary W. of Bayside, NY 02/05/2014 Review submitted online
“The doctor was very nice and professional.”
Sam R. of Fresh Meadows, NY 04/24/2013 Review verified by phone
“The doctor was very professional and very courteous.”
Billy w. 04/16/2013 Review verified by phone
“The staff is wonderful. They are there to help you. Jonathan Getreu,who is my audiologist, treats you with the best of care. I would recommend him and Hearing health.”
Carol D. of Whitestone, NY 02/01/2013 Review submitted online
“They were quick and courteous.”
Angelo b. of New York, NY 01/22/2013 Review verified by phone
“They were very nice.”
yaffa y. of New York, NY 12/19/2012 Review verified by phone
“They were very courteous and great with the elderly.”
Conchita j. 06/19/2012 Review verified by phone
“I liked that I didn't have to wait too long.”
Natalie D. of New York, NY 09/30/2011 Review verified by phone
“Everyone is nice and polite.”
Khoon'ming G. of Jamaica, NY 09/30/2011 Review verified by phone
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Your hearing is our expertise
HearingLife is a national hearing care company and part of the Demant Group, a global leader in hearing healthcare built on a heritage of care, health, and innovation since 1904. HearingLife operates over 650 hearing care centers across 42 states. We follow a scientific, results-oriented approach to hearing healthcare that is provided by highly skilled and caring professionals. Our vision is to help more people hear better through life-changing hearing health delivered by the best personalized care.
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Our office is located one block down from Northern Blvd on the corner of 42nd and Francis Lewis.
Hearing care services
At HearingLife - Bayside, our professionals offer the following services:
Complete hearing tests
Hearing aid evaluations
Hearing aids – A wide selection of top-quality digital hearing instruments from the best manufacturers
Computerized hearing aid fittings to ensure proper amplification
Hearing aid accessories
Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) including amplified telephones for people who are hearing impaired
Hearing aid service including cleaning, checks, maintenance and repairs
Hearing aid batteries
Custom earmolds for hearing aids and earplugs for swimming and hearing protection