AudioNova - Boardman
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Meet Our Staff
Audra Branham, Au.D. & MA, CCC-A
Dr. Branham, MA, CCC-A, received her Doctor of Audiology degree from the Northeast Ohio Au.D. Consortium. There, she received specialized training at the Cleveland Clinic, Akron Children’s Hospital, Cleveland Hearing and Balance Center and the Perry Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, the American Academy of Audiology and the Ohio Academy of Audiology. Dr. Branham has also been Board Certified in Audiology. Dr. Branham worked with Hearing Innovations’ founder, Dr. Eric Hagberg, who co-authored the first hearing aid prescription fitting method. She has a special interest in the use of digital technology to treat difficult-to-fit hearing losses. She also uses the latest innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing and dizziness disorders for both adults and pediatric patients."

Rebecca Donchess, M.A., CCC-A
Rebecca A. Donchess, M.A., CCC-A, has been a licensed Audiologist for more than 25 years. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from The Ohio State University and a Master’s degree in Audiology from Kent State University. She has a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Her area of interest includes evaluating and treating patients with hearing loss. She is an expert in the selection, fitting, and dispensing of hearing aids and other related devices. She enjoys talking to local groups and organizations about hearing loss and prevention. As a life-long resident of the Mahoning Valley, Rebecca is happy to be serving the community.

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 Ohio Hearing & Audiology by AudioNova, hearing tests are offered FREE of charge.
Hear & Now Blog
Find great articles on hearing health, hearing loss, hearing aids and tinnitus solutions on our frequently updated blog.
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Request an AppointmentOnline Reviews for AudioNova
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Belle Teine
October 7, 2025
1.0 out of 5
I called ahead of time and was told they accept walk-ins. I spoke to a receptionist for over 20 minutes about the issue. When I did go to the office, the receptionist acted as if she owned the place and would not even allow the audiologist to see me without an appointment. She said that everyone has to speak and only me if they want to get in here to me only because I am in charge. She so rude, disrespectful and very unprofessional. Beware of this place? I would NEVER recommend this business to anyone. Apparently, they do not care or give a damn about customers by having a guard at the desk demanding an appointment but yet claim they accept walk ins
Response from AudioNova
October 8, 2025
We're sorry if you felt you were treated poorly whilst visiting our branch in 755 Boardman Canfield Rd. Please provide us with some details at feedback@audionova.com and we will be happy to address the issue
Elaine H
September 27, 2025
5.0 out of 5
very professional and complete testing experience
Response from AudioNova
September 30, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback Elaine, we're pleased you were happy with your experience.
Richard C.
August 30, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Great service. Excellent follow up care for my hearing health.
Response from AudioNova
September 2, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback Richard! We are pleased that you are satisfied with us
john price
April 25, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Great experience. Friendly and very knowledgeable. I definitely recommend.
Response from AudioNova
April 28, 2025
Thank you for your great feedback, we're pleased you were happy with your experience.
Alvin Nelson
April 18, 2025
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
April 22, 2025
Thank you so much for your rating, we hope to see you again soon.
John Nazarian
July 15, 2023
5.0 out of 5
Great place
Response from AudioNova
August 7, 2023
Thank you for your review, John! We appreciate you taking your time to review us and are happy you received 5-star care :)
Deletha Daniels
April 13, 2023
2.0 out of 5
He said he didn't care for that hearing aid it wasn't a good product he couldn't hear too good with it.
Response from AudioNova
April 13, 2023
Hello Deletha, I see that you have not been to either of our offices in Youngstown OH. Is there a chance you ordered these online? We do not dispense or sell hearing aids online but there is a company based out of China that sells amplifiers online with our same name on their booklet. I would appreciate being able to help you further if you can reach out and give us some more information. Please call 330-726-8155. Thank you!
Tom Downie
March 17, 2023
5.0 out of 5
They all were very friendly, helpful, and thorough during my appointment yesterday, Rebecca, you are very professional. I appreciate your help and understanding in helping me deal with my hearing loss. Thank you, Tom
Response from AudioNova
March 28, 2023
Thanks, Tom! So glad you felt welcomed into our office. We know visiting an audiologist can make some anxious so we work hard to make all feel welcomed here and give the time needed to address all concerns. Thank you for your willingness to share your experience with others. Happy hearing!
Duane Ward
December 16, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
December 16, 2022
Thank you, Duane, for your 5-star review! So glad you felt well taken care of :)
Antonio Dellagatta
June 23, 2022
5.0 out of 5
In and out fast the staff there are really friendly and got me back on track
Response from AudioNova
June 24, 2022
Thank you for your review, Antonio! So glad you're happy with your care from all :)
Gary Jones
May 19, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
May 23, 2022
Thank you, Gary!!
John Tomaino
May 17, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
May 17, 2022
Thank you, John! We appreciate knowing you experienced a 5-star visit :)
David Groubert
May 9, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
May 10, 2022
Thank you, David, for your review! We appreciate your feedback as it helps others find us when looking for an audiologist :)
Mark Stricklin
April 18, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
April 19, 2022
Thank you for the 5 stars!!
dust kinda
April 14, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Very friendly staff. From the waiting room to the consulting office, a great experience. Thank you for the help!
Response from AudioNova
April 14, 2022
So glad to hear you enjoyed your experience with us! We love our team at Hearing Innovations....full of rock stars :)
Dawn Goodridge-DePinto
March 22, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
March 24, 2022
Thank you for your review, Dawn! So happy you received 5-star care :)
Jack Little
January 13, 2022
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
January 13, 2022
Jack, we are so happy that you enjoyed your experience with us! We appreciate the great review and look forward to working with you again.
richard shubert
December 9, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Excellent
Response from AudioNova
December 11, 2021
Thank you for taking time to review us!!
Frank Rocca
November 29, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
December 2, 2021
Thank you, Frank, for your review! Means so much to see those 5 stars :)
cargotulo
October 15, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
October 15, 2021
Thank you for your 5-star review! :)
Bob Osner
October 8, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
October 9, 2021
Thanks for taking the time to review us! So glad you experienced a 5-star visit 🙂
Patty Chick
October 2, 2021
4.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
January 19, 2023
Thank you, Patty!! We’re appreciate you taking the time to review us and are thrilled to hear you had a 4-star experience🙂
Brenda Nero
September 4, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Everyone was super nice & went out of their way to squeeze me in for a same-day appointment.
Response from AudioNova
September 4, 2021
So happy to know you were taken care of so well! It’s important to us to be flexible for our patients to keep them hearing well🙂
Laura Pernotto
September 2, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
September 2, 2021
Thank you, Laura!! We appreciate your 5-star review!
Jeff Masternick
July 9, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
July 9, 2021
Thank you for your review!! :)
Donna Bruno
June 24, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
June 24, 2021
Thank you for your review, Donna! So glad to earn 5 stars from you :)
Rose Myers
May 19, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Very helpful and always cheerful.
Response from AudioNova
May 27, 2021
Thank you, Rose! We LOVE what we do, makes it easy to be cheerful :)
Joyce Aey
April 6, 2021
1.0 out of 5
Everyone is very confident that your issue will be taken care of as quickly as possible. Been coming here for many years and we feel we are always getting the best care available!! Would very definitely recommend anyone at Hearing Innovations.
Response from AudioNova
April 7, 2021
Thank you so much, Joyce! How sweet that you took the time to review us so others understand the experience we strive to provide every patient. We love our team :)
Mary Ann Troy
March 12, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
March 12, 2021
Thank you for the review, Mary Ann!
Jeffrey Landers
February 22, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
February 23, 2021
Thank you, Jeff!
Philip Nessle
February 17, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Very efficient and friendly
Response from AudioNova
March 2, 2021
Thank you, Phillip!
William Yuhas
February 9, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
February 9, 2021
Thanks for your review! Love when we have the opportunity to earn 5-stars :)
Kathy Quear
January 29, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
January 31, 2021
Thank you, Kathy!!
Tina Bzinak
January 20, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Very good experience. Everyone was wonderful, very nice and professional. Never in a rush , took time with you.
Response from AudioNova
January 31, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to review us, Tina! We never want our patients to feel rushed or leave without all their questions answered. So glad you noticed this :)
Iris Crespo
January 20, 2021
5.0 out of 5
Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. They followed all safety protocols. The audiologist, Carrie, was very friendly and helpful.
Response from AudioNova
January 31, 2021
Thank you, Iris! We are glad you knew you were safe with us and felt well taken care of of. Carrie is a wonderful audiologist!
Tim McDonald
November 14, 2020
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
November 16, 2020
Thank you, Tim!! We appreciate your feedback.
Marlene Mikan
November 6, 2020
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
November 9, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review us! We appreciate your feedback and work hard to ensure every visit is a 5-star visit. Have a great day!
Kris Stanley
August 7, 2020
5.0 out of 5
My Mom's wax filter broke off inside her hearing aid the day before a family wedding and without the beautiful people at Hearing Innovations knowing us they got us scheduled today and fixed it so quickly and didn't even charge us. I told my Mom we need to move our business to them! You got a new customer Hearing Innovations!! Thank you for saving the day!
Response from AudioNova
August 10, 2020
This is so sweet, Kris! Thank you for your review. So glad she was able to hear again for the wedding. Hope you had a great time!
Carmen Chick
June 16, 2020
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
June 17, 2020
Thank you, Carmen! So glad you enjoyed your experience with us :)
Tom Savaet
March 8, 2020
3.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
March 9, 2020
Thank you for your review, Tom. We'd love to know how we could have done better to earn a 5-star review from you. Please let us know how we can do better.
Karen Linker
November 6, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Great team of audiologists, office staff very friendly and helpful. Never an issue getting an appointment and always great service concerning my hearing aids needs.
Response from AudioNova
November 6, 2019
Thank you, Karen! So glad you are doing so well and feel taken care of at our office. Have a great day!
Tom Nicholson
September 9, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
September 9, 2019
Thanks, Tom!!
Sean Clark
July 22, 2019
5.0 out of 5
1st. I called in and spoke with a very polite woman who was incredibly helpful and actually got me an appointment that same day. 2nd. Apon arrival, everything went smooth. The lobby was nice and clean and I didn't have to wait any longer then filling out my paperwork. 3rd Once in the room, within a moment, Dr. Branham was there. She made an awkward situation seem not so bad and when I left, I felt 100% better. Now I don't know about the entire staff at this facility. This was my first visit. However I can say that I will continue to go here and I do recommend Hearing Innovations to anyone who gets a chance to read this. Thank you.
Response from AudioNova
July 22, 2019
Thank you, Sean! We enjoyed meeting you as well :)
Mike Robinson
April 27, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Really friendly people. Outstanding professionalism. Would recommend.
Response from AudioNova
May 20, 2019
Thank you, Mike! So glad you were pleased with your care :)
David L. Thomas
March 25, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Response from AudioNova
April 9, 2019
Thank you, David!!
Nick Diana
February 4, 2019
5.0 out of 5
Very helpful and friendly environment. Highly recommend.
Response from AudioNova
February 5, 2019
Thank you, Nick!
Terry Crogan
September 29, 2018
5.0 out of 5
Dr. Branham attended to my hearing concerns in an engaging, friendly and professional manner.
Response from AudioNova
September 30, 2018
Thank you, Terry! We appreciate your comments.
John Jamieson
July 13, 2018
1.0 out of 5
Be advised that you are not told in advance that an appointment will be billable. Neither at the time you make the appointment or on arrival for the appointment are you informed. Evidently you are entitled to 3 followup appointments when purchasing hearing aids. If you lose track of the number of calls then you will be charged. I should have been informed prior to the appointment. Very poor business practice.
Response from AudioNova
June 13, 2019
John, we apologize that you felt misinformed by our office recently and decided to change your previous 5-star glowing review. At Hearing Innovations, it is our priority to be transparent with our patients, especially when it comes to your insurance plan's contracted details. Certain insurance contracts dictate how and when patients are to be charged, which we must follow to be in network with these discount plans. We understand the process can be confusing, which is why we advise patients prior to scheduling their next appointment where charges will begin to apply and have each patient with this plan initial this line on their contracts ("I acknowledge that my provider is entitled to charge for each follow-up visit not to exceed a per-visit fee up to $65 per visit after I have exhausted the three included follow-up visits."). When we were informed at your appointment about your confusion, we very nicely explained that the charges were for the service provided that day, in line with what every other patient pays for the same service, and followed your signed and initialed insurance contract. We would be happy to supply you with a copy of your contract if it has been misplaced. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us to make sure we can resolve any issues going forward.
Robert Johnson
May 18, 2018
5.0 out of 5
Of course I was nervous walking in the front door, but the waiting-room receptionist was polite, calming and took time to explain what I was signing. Once in a treatment room, I was greeted with a firm hand shake and a warm smile from Dr, Durrant. I could tell fairly quickly Dr. Durrant cared about, not only my audiology, but how treating my audiology fits with my specific lifestyle, which included doing nothing further than establishing a base-line. I would recommend Dr Durrant to anyone who has interest/concerns of knowing more about any audiology issues confronting them.
Response from AudioNova
May 20, 2018
Thank you for your review, Robert! We strive to make all who enter our offices feel welcome and heard. We're glad to hear you had a great experience.
Jeanne Delmont
January 27, 2018
5.0 out of 5
I've gone her for 30 plus years since I lost my hearing.
Response from AudioNova
January 29, 2018
It's been our pleasure getting to know you over the past 30+ years. Thanks for the 5-star rating, Jeanne!









