About Us
Connect Hearing is now part of AudioNova St. Petersburg, a global hearing health care provider with a nationwide network of convenient hearing care clinics in the US. We are open and accepting appointments for current and new customers.
Audiology Services
Our hearing experts provide a wide range of hearing services from a staff of highly trained professionals.
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.
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Hearing Aid Technology
AudioNova carries the very latest in hearing aid solutions from top-rated brands like Phonak, Unitron, and Sennheiser.
Phonak Audéo Sphere InfinioThe Sphere Infinio provides exceptional speech clarity from every direction, eliminating background noise so you can connect with friends, family, or colleagues—even in the busiest environments.
Phonak Virto Infinio TitaniumVirto Infinio represents the next generation of Phonak's personalized hearing solutions for mild to profound hearing loss. Find out more about the custom fit titanium casing.
Phonak SlimPhonak Slim strikes the perfect balance between comfort, design, and performance. With its unique ergonomic shape, it fits naturally behind your ear—even for those wearing glasses.
Phonak LyricUnlike conventional hearing aids, Lyric is placed deep within the ear canal, using the ear’s natural anatomy to deliver a more complete listening experience. This is just one of the many benefits Lyric has to offer.
Phonak Audéo Sphere Infinio
The Sphere Infinio provides exceptional speech clarity from every direction, eliminating background noise so you can connect with friends, family, or colleagues—even in the busiest environments.
Phonak Virto Infinio Titanium
Virto Infinio represents the next generation of Phonak's personalized hearing solutions for mild to profound hearing loss. Find out more about the custom fit titanium casing.
Phonak Slim
Phonak Slim strikes the perfect balance between comfort, design, and performance. With its unique ergonomic shape, it fits naturally behind your ear—even for those wearing glasses.
Phonak Lyric
Unlike conventional hearing aids, Lyric is placed deep within the ear canal, using the ear’s natural anatomy to deliver a more complete listening experience. This is just one of the many benefits Lyric has to offer.
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Meet the Staff
The audiological staff at Connect Hearing by AudioNova have been proudly serving the residents of St. Petersburg for many years. We are a vital member of St. Petersburg's vibrant healthcare community and take pride in providing world-class hearing care locally.
- Sarah Margaret Chicorelli, Au.D., CCC-ASarah Margaret Chicorelli, Au.D., CCC-A, is an Audiologist at AudioNova in the St. Petersburg clinic specializing in providing excellent care and personalized hearing solutions. Sarah Margaret is a dedicated member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology. Her passion for audiology stems from witnessing the impact of her father's hearing loss on his quality of life during her high school years. Sarah Margaret earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Mississippi and completed her doctorate at The University of Southern Mississippi. She finds much satisfaction in helping reluctant patients embrace personalized hearing solutions. In her free time, Sarah Margaret enjoys outdoor walks and exploring new restaurants around town.
- Ronald Hapanowicz, HAS, BC-HISRonald Hapanowicz, HAS, BC-HIS, is a Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist for AudioNova at the St. Petersburg clinic. With a degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Florida (1988), he specializes in Lyric and tinnitus management and counseling. Throughout his career, he has worked with organizations dedicated to helping hearing-impaired individuals reintegrate into the workforce. Passionate about community involvement, he supports local performing arts and youth sports programs. His goal is to bring happiness to those who visit the clinic, and he finds great fulfillment in helping people reconnect socially through better hearing. Outside of work, he enjoys weight training, cooking, and entertaining family and friends.
Sarah Margaret Chicorelli, Au.D., CCC-A
Sarah Margaret Chicorelli, Au.D., CCC-A, is an Audiologist at AudioNova in the St. Petersburg clinic specializing in providing excellent care and personalized hearing solutions. Sarah Margaret is a dedicated member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology. Her passion for audiology stems from witnessing the impact of her father's hearing loss on his quality of life during her high school years.
Sarah Margaret earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Mississippi and completed her doctorate at The University of Southern Mississippi. She finds much satisfaction in helping reluctant patients embrace personalized hearing solutions. In her free time, Sarah Margaret enjoys outdoor walks and exploring new restaurants around town.
Ronald Hapanowicz, HAS, BC-HIS
Ronald Hapanowicz, HAS, BC-HIS, is a Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist for AudioNova at the St. Petersburg clinic. With a degree in Liberal Arts from the University of Florida (1988), he specializes in Lyric and tinnitus management and counseling. Throughout his career, he has worked with organizations dedicated to helping hearing-impaired individuals reintegrate into the workforce. Passionate about community involvement, he supports local performing arts and youth sports programs. His goal is to bring happiness to those who visit the clinic, and he finds great fulfillment in helping people reconnect socially through better hearing. Outside of work, he enjoys weight training, cooking, and entertaining family and friends.
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