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Theresa Dempsey, AuD
Licensed Audiologist Specializing in Hearing Aids & Hearing Exams in Riverhead, NY
Dr. Theresa Dempsey is a New York State-licensed audiologist with over 17 years of clinical experience, providing expert hearing care, diagnostic testing, and hearing aid services at SightMD in Riverhead, New York. She is dedicated to helping patients of all ages improve their hearing and overall quality of life through personalized, compassionate care.
Dr. Dempsey specializes in hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, and aural rehabilitation, with a particular interest in counseling patients and their families through every stage of hearing loss and treatment. She has extensive experience working with pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients, as well as individuals who may be more difficult to test, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans.
She holds both a New York State Audiology License and a Hearing Aid Dispensing License, allowing her to provide comprehensive hearing healthcare—from initial testing to the selection, fitting, and ongoing management of advanced hearing aid technology.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Dempsey serves as a Preceptor for the Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium, where she supervises and trains doctoral students, helping to shape the next generation of audiologists.
Dr. Dempsey believes that building strong relationships with her patients is the foundation of exceptional care. She is passionate about patient education, counseling, and long-term hearing health, and strives to ensure that every patient feels supported, informed, and confident in their treatment.
She sees patients in Riverhead, providing trusted audiology services and hearing aid care on Long Island’s East End.
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Credentials: More About Theresa Dempsey, AuD
Professional Background
Education:
- St. Joseph’s College, Bachelors in Communication Studies
- Hofstra University, Masters in Audiology
- Salus University, Doctorate of Audiology
Years of Experience:
- Began Practicing in 2004
- Joined SightMD Team in 2014
Memberships:
- American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA)
- American Academy of Audiology (AAA)
Honors & Awards:
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A)
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