Connecticut’s Hearing and Tinnitus Specialists for More Than 40 Years

AVI New England was founded by Dr. Natan Bauman, an early leader in tinnitus and sound sensitivity care. The same idea runs every appointment today: listen carefully, test thoroughly, explain everything and never rush a decision.

Three members of the AVI New England team seated together in front of framed paintings.Dr. Ben Thompson in a light blue shirt shaking hands with Dr. Natan Bauman in a bow tie and cardigan, seated together in front of framed paintings.

At AVI New England, you’re more than a patient, you’re part of our family. We are committed to providing compassionate, personalized hearing care built on trust, connection, and clinical excellence. With decades of experience, advanced diagnostics, and individualized treatment, we’re here to help you hear better and live better.

Why Choose AVI New England for Your Hearing Healthcare

Doctors of Audiology Lead Your Care

Under the mentorship of Dr. Bauman, our team is committed to delivering the highest level of hearing care with skill, compassion, and attention to detail.

Every Major Hearing Aid Brand

We work with Oticon, Phonak, ReSound, Signia, Starkey, Widex and more. We can recommend the hearing aid that truly fits your hearing, lifestyle and budget.

Real Ear Measurement on Every Fitting

Our process of individualized adjustments is verified by the use of special equipment that allows us objectively to measure precisely the amount of sound delivered through the hearing aid.

Tinnitus Expertise, including Lenire

From sound therapy and counseling-based programs to Lenire, an innovative treatment that pairs sound with gentle tongue stimulation, we offer a full range of tinnitus care.

Meet our Team

Our team brings decades of experience to every patient we see. Get to know the audiologists and hearing specialists who make AVI New England a trusted name in hearing care.

Dr. Natan Bauman

Dr. Natan Bauman

MS, Eng., Ed.D., F-AAA

Janice Howard

Janice Howard

M.A., CCC-A

Paula Marie Jensen

Paula Marie Jensen

B.S.

Dr. Melissa Patrich

Dr. Melissa Patrich

Au.D.

Robert Katz

Robert Katz

B.S., HIS

Lori Pokladowski

Lori Pokladowski

Practice Communications Manager

Jennifer Riccio

Jennifer Riccio

Lead Patient Care Coordinator

Aliannys Guzman

Aliannys Guzman

Patient Care Coordinator

Melanie Hernandez

Melanie Hernandez

Patient Care Coordinator

Marlene Turbolski

Marlene Turbolski

Patient Care Coordinator