Come Meet Our Audiologists at Manhattan Audio
For decades, Manhattan Audio has provided expert hearing care to individuals seeking trusted audiology services in New York City. From our Upper East Side location, we focus on helping patients better understand their hearing, explore effective treatment options, and achieve lasting improvement through personalized care.
Under the leadership of Meredith Scharf, Au.D., a clinical audiologist with the practice since 1997 and current owner, Manhattan Audio combines extensive experience with a highly individualized approach to care. Dr. Scharf’s long-standing involvement with the practice reflects a deep commitment to clinical excellence and to building lasting patient relationships.
Our services include in-depth hearing evaluations, diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, tinnitus management, modern hearing aid technology, professional fittings, and hearing protection. We take the time to thoroughly assess each patient’s hearing and explain results clearly, allowing us to recommend solutions that align with daily activities, communication needs, and long-term goals.
At Manhattan Audio, our priority is delivering reliable answers, thoughtful guidance, and ongoing support—so our patients can hear more clearly and remain fully engaged in their personal and professional lives.

Meredith Scharf, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Scharf has worked as a Clinical Audiologist with Manhattan Audio since 1997 and is now also the owner of the practice. She provides hearing evaluations, custom earmolds, and many diagnostic audiological services to the adult and pediatric populations.
Credentials
- May 1993 Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY
- September 1995 Masters of Arts in Deafness Rehabilitation from New York University, New York, NY
- August 1997 Masters of Science in Audiology from Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
- August 2000 Doctor of Audiology from University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- Board certified in Audiology
- Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology
- New York State licensed in audiology
Member Of:
- Academy of Doctors of Audiology
- American Speech Language and Hearing Association
- New York State Speech and Hearing Association

Jake Marsden, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Marsden has worked as a clinical audiologist in New York City since 2003. He earned his Doctorate of Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences in 2009. Dr. Marsden joined Manhattan Audio in 2012 to support and serve our patients as our practice continues to grow.
Credentials:
- 2001 Master of Science degree from Brigham Young University
- 2009 Doctorate of Audiology from Arizona School of Health Sciences
- New York State licensed in Audiology
- Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology
Member Of:
- American Speech Language and Hearing Association
- New York State Speech and Hearing Association
