AudioNova - Santa Rosa
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About AudioNova in Santa Rosa, CA

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Meet Our Staff
Robert Rappaport, H.I.S.
Robert Rappaport, also known as Bob, H.I.S., is a Hearing Instrument Specialist at AudioNova in the Santa Rosa clinic. With a passion for improving the quality of life for individuals experiencing hearing loss, he specializes in teaching clients to use smartphones for situational adjustments, conducting speech-in-noise testing, managing Bluetooth connectivity, and helping those with cognitive decline establish effective routines. Robert’s professional journey includes serving as the Senior Hearing Instrument Specialist at the Fremont Costco from 2018 to 2021 and working as the HCP Provider for Hear USA in Pinole and San Francisco from 2022 to 2025. He is deeply committed to causes like tinnitus mental health awareness and strives to help clients reconnect with their friends and family through better hearing. Robert’s career path was inspired by his early experiences in the hearing department, where he discovered the profound impact of restoring hearing. His favorite part of the job is witnessing patients achieve their hearing goals in real-world settings. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his dogs, playing board games, amateur drink mixing, and taking his son to the movies.

Audiology Services

Hearing Exams
We offer a comprehensive hearing exam to detect and diagnose levels of hearing loss.

Tinnitus Solutions
Our hearing experts can provide tools to manage tinnitus symptoms and get relief to those afflicted.

Hearing Aids
Get to know the latest features in hearing aid technology with in-person demonstration and product trials.
Hearing Aid Technology
AudioNova carries the very latest in hearing aid solutions from top-rated brands like Phonak, Unitron, and Sennheiser.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use hearing protection?
You should always use hearing protection when engaging in high-noise recreational activities or work. These activities may include hunting, music concerts, motor sports, and/or construction. Noise-induced hearing loss can result from prolonged exposure to noise or a single, extremely loud event. The louder the sound, the quicker it can cause damage. If you notice ringing in your ears or temporary hearing loss after a loud noise exposure, the environment was too noisy and could be harmful. If that ringing or temporary hearing loss is persistent, it would be a good idea to contact us for a hearing evaluation.
Should I get my hearing tested?
If you suspect that you or a loved one may be experiencing hearing loss, it’s recommended that you seek help sooner rather than later. Hearing loss tends to develop gradually and is often noticeable to close friends and family well before the affected individual realizes it. Identifying and treating hearing loss promptly is crucial. Ignoring it could lead to significant long-term effects, such as increased risk of depression and dementia.
How much does a hearing test cost?
At AudioNova Santa Rosa, hearing tests are offered FREE of charge.
Hear & Now Blog
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April Lorina
November 6, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Deborah & Michelle were great. They listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions. They were very knowledgeable. They didn't rush me and didn't give me the pushy sales pitch that I have gotten from other hearing centers. April
Response from AudioNova
November 10, 2025
Thanks so much for your feedback, April! We’re glad you enjoyed your visit to AudioNova.
maryam shireman
November 1, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Michelle and Debra both are very knowledgeable in their respective roles and both are super pleasant to work with. Great experience!
hallie beacham
August 30, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
September 1, 2025
Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
Carrie
August 29, 2025
5.0 out of 5
We have been at the Santa Rosa office for 2 years. I bring my 92 year old mother. The turn over in this office during the last two years is incredible. Most of the time there isn't an audiologist...or it's by zoom. ALWAYS someone new. The ONLY reason we have stayed is because Of DEBRA! SHE IS A GEM. I HOPE YOU REALIZE WHAT A VALUABLE EMPLOEE SHE IS. ALL THE CLIENTS LOVE HER AND SHE GENUINELY LOVES THEM. Debra is single handedly keeping this office running. She is 5 stars!!!
Yvonne, K.
August 13, 2025
5.0 out of 5
It's hard to say whether or not things are different yet except for the replay in my ears when I touch my head. That's definitely gotten better. Hearing so far doesn't seem to be working any better than before. But the background noise so far does seem less prevalent so that's a plus. I also found it very nice to have an audiologist working there permanently so he's there during the week and appointments are easier to get now. I loved the way he explained how things work and what his experience was. Very helpful. As per usual, Deborah was friendly and helpful also. Both staff members are friendly and knowledgeable which is just what you want.
Jean Salazar
August 8, 2025
5.0 out of 5
I appreciated the professional approach to my hearing needs.
Response from AudioNova
August 12, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled to provide hearing care, just the way you want it.
Bruce P
July 4, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Friendly, respectful and professional. What they don’t know they find out.
Response from AudioNova
July 7, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback Bruce! We are pleased that you are satisfied with our service.
penny britton
June 21, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
June 23, 2025
Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
Susan Fischer
June 12, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and efficient service.
Response from AudioNova
June 18, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled to provide hearing care, just the way you want it.
Dalzell
June 12, 2025
5.0 out of 5
We were greeted with a smiling, friendly, and helpful receptionist, Debra. Roger was very knowledgeable and helpful. Look forward to working with them both again.
Response from AudioNova
June 12, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled to provide hearing care, just the way you want it.
Pam V
June 11, 2025
4.0 out of 5
first time at the office. very pleasant and problem solved!
Response from AudioNova
June 12, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a positive review! We love being able to provide life-changing hearing care solutions.
Valerie C
June 4, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Very thorough, nice to deal with
Response from AudioNova
June 4, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled to provide hearing care, just the way you want it.
Kevin Gortney
May 15, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
May 18, 2025
Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
Judy J
May 3, 2025
5.0 out of 5
On schedule, attentive staff
Jerry Rezendes
April 30, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
May 1, 2025
Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
Jolene Manning
March 24, 2025
1.0 out of 5
I continue to have problems with the Santa Rosa office. I think Debra did her best but I understand she’s no longer there. Nobody answers the phone or calls you back. I call the 888 help number and that person doesn’t even have the current name of the audiologist. Heather Little left a while ago. It’s beyond frustrating how difficult it is to work with Connect. Would not get a recommendation from me.
Response from AudioNova
March 25, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Jolene. We're sorry that the service wasn't up to the standard you expected, we will pass your comments to the Manager.
L Carroll
February 19, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Great Experience! Debra is exceptional along with Michelle! Thank you!
john kyllingstad
February 13, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Debra great as usual
Response from AudioNova
February 14, 2025
Hello John. Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
Michael George
February 6, 2025
5.0 out of 5
A very pleasant visit…The problem was resolved in minutes. Highly recommend. The service was excellent
Rick O
January 9, 2025
5.0 out of 5
very personable and efficient
Response from AudioNova
January 9, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback, we're pleased you were happy with your experience.
Jeff I
January 9, 2025
4.0 out of 5
Waited 15 minutes after scheduled time. Otherwise, great service.
Response from AudioNova
January 9, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback Jeff! We are pleased that you are satisfied with our service.
Alex Bassignani
January 8, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Professional and friendly. Michelle and Deborah worked seamlessly together and my hearing test went smoothly. I'll see you next year!
Response from AudioNova
January 8, 2025
Michelle and Deborah will be delighted to hear that Alex, we'll be sure to pass the feedback on.
Gregory F.
December 31, 2024
4.0 out of 5
Debra provides excellent customer service. I drove almost 2 hours to my appointment. I was welcomed with a smile!
Response from AudioNova
January 2, 2025
Thank you for the positive review! We are thrilled to provide hearing care, just the way you want it.
Allen L
December 21, 2024
5.0 out of 5
All of it was great. Location was a bit hard to find (suite B) in a complex of Buildings which were very poorly labled. Also had two cancelled appointments. Also, long wait to get an appointment. When the appointment finally happened it was great.
Response from AudioNova
December 23, 2024
Hello Allen, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We'll pass your comments along to our team at 4725 Hoen Ave.
Elaine A
December 18, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Excellent help and patience galore as I learned many things about ny hearing aid. Extremely helpful.
Response from AudioNova
December 18, 2024
It’s always humbling to hear how we’re able to make our customers hear better. Thank you for the positive review.
Ed Vongehr
November 26, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Very nice experiance
barbara fitzharris
November 23, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Debra was very helpful and patient. Thanks!
Response from AudioNova
November 25, 2024
Debra will be delighted to hear that Barbara, we'll be sure to pass the feedback on.
Debbie Alter
October 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Excellent guidance, information and service regarding my husband's recent hearing test and subsequent hearing aid purchase. Debbie did a great job assisting us throughout the exam process. Two thumbs up!
Response from AudioNova
November 1, 2024
Thanks for using Connect Hearing, Debbie, we're pleased that you found our service was good.
JACK HARMON
October 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5
The staff was well-informed about the types of in-the-ear hearing aids, so it was easy to talk with them about the issues I was having with my over-the-ear hearing aid.
Response from AudioNova
October 31, 2024
Hello Jack. Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback about our team at 4725 Hoen Ave.
Roy P
October 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Great service. Quick and efficient.
Response from AudioNova
October 31, 2024
Thank you for your great feedback Roy! We are pleased that you are satisfied with our service.
Valerie H
October 31, 2024
5.0 out of 5
The staff were friendly and very professional. Michelle gave me a comprehensive hearing test and explained the results and answered all my questions.
Response from AudioNova
October 31, 2024
Thank you for your lovely feedback about Michelle and the team at 4725 Hoen Ave.
Barry R
October 30, 2024
4.0 out of 5
People that served me were great, but the location was short-staffed.
Response from AudioNova
October 30, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We'll pass your comments along to our team at 4725 Hoen Ave.
Linda Vrabel
October 13, 2024
5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and polite staff.
boyd staggs
October 11, 2024
5.0 out of 5
very good service very helpful!
Response from AudioNova
October 11, 2024
Thanks for using Connect Hearing, we're pleased that you found our service was good.
Jill Peden
October 3, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Marina and Janet were both professional and very friendly and helpful. Marina worked with me to get the best fit and price for my hearing aids. I am so pleased with them and happy I made the investment prior to a visit with my grandsons and family. My youngest son, when learning that I had made the leap, said it was a good thing because “it had become noticeable”, my being hard of hearing. I am able to hear my 5 year old grandson when he whispers and my daughter-in-law told me that I am not asking her to repeat herself all the time. So happy that I found Marina, as I feel like I have made a new friend and one who cares about my hearing!
Response from AudioNova
October 8, 2019
We are glad that we could be of help. Our patients satisfaction is always our top priority! If there is anything else you may need please let us know. Kind Regards
Owen Cate
July 3, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Good
Steven Elmore
February 18, 2019
5.0 out of 5
They help me get a pair of hearing aids.
Nancy Rangel-Rojas
January 19, 2019
4.0 out of 5
Es un lugar tranquilo y el personal es amable con los pacientes.👍
William Negron, Jr.
September 15, 2018
5.0 out of 5
I have been taking my daughter here for hearing aids going on 4 years now. Marina is great with her and incredibly helpful. I highly recommend both her and the shop itself.
Mona Lopez
August 10, 2018
5.0 out of 5
Craig Gaylord
June 20, 2018
5.0 out of 5
The staff was really nice when I went there. Easy to get to, lots of parking.
Janet McGoldrick
May 16, 2018
5.0 out of 5
John Sarulo
April 10, 2018
5.0 out of 5
Melanie Kassen
December 28, 2017
5.0 out of 5
Marina Mulvey, AuD is a kind and compassionate practitioner, who cares about her patients well-being.
Lucia Antonelli
December 28, 2017
5.0 out of 5
My experience with Marina's guidance in buying my hearing aid was excellant. It was a daunting task for me to find the appropriate device. Hearing aids are expensive and one wants to make the right decision. With her help, I found the right one for my needs. The service is excellent. Connect Hearing is very attentive to my needs. I highly recommend them!
William Kassen
December 28, 2017
5.0 out of 5
Wonderful experience! I felt very comfortable with the competent, knowledgeable and friendly staff. Dr. Mulvey is an exceptional audiologist.
Becky Parsons
August 1, 2017
1.0 out of 5
Worst experience of my life. Was kicked out of office for being disabled and bringing my well-behaved trained, service dog along.
Response from AudioNova
September 6, 2019
Hello, we at Connect Hearing take pride in the great service we provide to patients. Our service we deliver is reflected in the high number of good reviews that are left by satisfied patients. We are more than happy to fix any inconveniences if they so happen to arise. Feel free to contact us at any time if need be. Kind Regards
Hillel Posner
March 13, 2017
5.0 out of 5
Staff is nice and professional









