Audiologist Near Me & Hearing Team At Aspire Audiology & Hearing

Dr. Randi Davis Yontz

Dr. Davis Yontz started her practice in December 2015 because she loves working with individual patients throughout their entire hearing journey. She is passionate about staying up to date on the latest hearing aid technology and attends as many continuing education events as possible. She enjoys attending church services, reading,, golf, tennis, and spending time with her husband and two cats. She is a Kansas City Chiefs fan and University of Tennessee fan by marriage.

Dr. Davis Yontz is a Tennessee-licensed audiologist, certified by the American Board of Audiology (ABA), and a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (FAAA). She is also certified in tinnitus management and specializes in telehealth appointments.

Dr. Davis Yontz was a finalist for the Nashville Emerging Leader Award (NELA) in Medical and Healthcare Services in both 2017 and 2018. She is a member of the Nashville Sertoma Club and serves as a board member for Hear Nashville.

Dr. Hannah Kostrzewski

Dr. Hannah Kostrzewski is originally from Mobile, AL, where she attended the University of South Alabama to earn her Doctorate in Audiology. During her externship, she worked with both adult and pediatric patients, providing a variety of hearing healthcare services. She is passionate about the field of audiology and is dedicated to her patients' hearing health and overall well-being. She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, with patient satisfaction as her top priority throughout their hearing journey.

Dr. Kostrzewski is a Tennessee-licensed audiologist and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

When Dr. Kostrzewski is not in the clinic, she is out in the community providing care and education to community centers and adult living facilities. In her free time, she enjoys attending church services, reading, and spending time at the dog park with her husband and their dog, Delta.

Dr. Kathleen Healy

Dr. Healy earned her Doctorate in Audiology from Vanderbilt University and her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Saint Louis University. She is originally from Springfield, IL. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds audiology licenses in Tennessee and Alabama.

Dr. Healy completed her Audiology Externship at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System, where she provided hearing healthcare to Veterans in Nashville, Clarksville, and Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Dr. Jodee Donaldson

Dr. Jodee Donaldson, AuD, CCC-A, is originally from Sturgis, Kentucky. She earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from the University of Louisville and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Dr. Donaldson serves as our Compensation and Pension (C&P) examiner for the VA. She is passionate about making her patients feel comfortable during their C&P examinations, submitting timely results to the VA, and helping Veterans receive the services they deserve.

In her spare time, Dr. Donaldson enjoys reading, traveling, hiking, and spending time with her husband and two children.

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Dr. Misty Johnson

Dr. Misty N. Johnson, AuD, CCC-A, is originally from central Mississippi. She received her Master’s of Audiology degree from The University of Southern Mississippi in 1998. In 2012, she earned her Doctorate of Audiology degree from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Dr. Johnson has experience with pediatric and adult hearing evaluations and amplification. Her work includes both hospital and ENT settings. She has lived in the Nashville area for approximately 11 years.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going to concerts, and hiking with her friends and family.

Dr. Hannah Hays

Dr. Hannah Hays is a native of South Georgia and has lived in the Nashville area since 2021. She attended Auburn University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders in 2019 and her Doctor of Audiology in 2023.

Dr. Hays has experience in ENT settings, and her expertise includes adult and pediatric audiometric evaluations, amplification, aural rehabilitation, and balance assessments. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the state of Tennessee.

When not working, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time outdoors with friends and family.

Dr. Katelyn Dillard

Dr. Katelyn Dillard is a native of North Mississippi. She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2019.

Dr. Dillard enjoys working in the ENT setting with both adults and children. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the state of Tennessee. Her expertise includes comprehensive examinations and amplification/aural rehabilitation.

She has been in the Nashville area since 2018 with her husband. Together, they have one daughter. When not working, Dr. Dillard enjoys walking, is an avid reader, and loves hosting dinner parties and get-togethers with friends.

Jane Walsh

Jane Walsh is from Oxford, MS, and graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Mississippi. Jane is passionate about helping patients improve their quality of life by providing personalized hearing care.

In her free time, she enjoys taking Pilates classes and walking her dog, Archie.

Dr. Brooke Sussman

Dr. Brooke Sussman is originally from Philadelphia, PA, and earned her Doctor of Audiology degree from Salus University. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Pennsylvania State University.

Dr. Sussman is passionate about providing care and helping patients achieve their hearing health goals. Her work experience includes both private practice and ENT settings.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling, kickboxing, reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her friends and family.

Dr. Kristen D’Onofrio

Dr. Kristen D’Onofrio is originally from Webster, NY. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in 2020 and her Doctor of Audiology in 2015 from Vanderbilt University. She also earned her Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology in 2011 and her Bachelor of Science in Human Development in 2009 from Cornell University. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds an Audiology license in the state of Tennessee.

In addition to her expertise in diagnostic hearing evaluations and amplification, Dr. D’Onofrio has a strong interest in musician-focused hearing healthcare. As a multi-instrumentalist herself, she has connected with the musician community to address their unique hearing needs and improve their overall music listening experience—both through her research and clinical practice.

In her free time, Dr. D’Onofrio enjoys playing and writing music and cheering on her favorite sports teams, the Buffalo Bills and the Nashville Predators.

Dr. Emily McCann

Dr. McCann is a native of Eastern Maryland. She graduated from James Madison University in 2012 with a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Special Education (non-teaching). She earned her AuD from Towson University in 2016.

Her passion for audiology stems from growing up in a household with multiple family members who have hearing loss. Her work experience includes private practice and ENT settings. Her expertise includes adult and pediatric diagnostic hearing testing, newborn hearing screenings and early intervention, as well as adult and pediatric amplification.

She is passionate about working with patients and their families by providing education, support, and consistent hearing healthcare. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the state of Tennessee.

When not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and watching true crime. She and her husband have one daughter and two dogs.

Dr. Stephanie Helton

Dr. Helton is a native of East Tennessee. She graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2006 with a B.A. in Audiology and Speech Pathology. She earned her Au.D. from Western Michigan University in 2010.

Her work experience includes private practice and ENT settings. Her expertise includes balance function testing, diagnostic hearing testing, and adult amplification. She is passionate about diagnostic testing and helping patients find relief from hearing or balance problems. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the state of Tennessee.

When not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, including their two dogs, and crafting. She has two children and loves watching them play sports (softball, baseball, basketball, and ninja course training) and attending their choir and band concerts.

Dr. Vicki Ford

Dr. Ford grew up in Brentwood, TN and has worked in private practice and ENT settings in Madisonville, KY; Atlanta, GA; and now back near home in Murfreesboro, TN. She earned her Doctorate of Audiology from A.T. Still University School of Health Sciences in 2016 and obtained her Master of Arts from the University of Tennessee in 1995. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (ASHA), is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), and is licensed by the state of Tennessee.

Dr. Ford always wanted to work in the health field and finally realized her dream in audiology. She has experience in adult and pediatric hearing evaluations but her passion is in providing amplification for adults. She feels fortunate to have helped others hear for over 25 years and to see the amazing advances in hearing technology..

In her free time, Dr. Ford volunteers with the Junior League of Murfreesboro. She also enjoys watching movies, spending time with her friends, attending concerts with her husband of over 25 years (with custom hearing protection), and loving on her cat, Emily.

Michael P. Petroka

Mike grew up in Pennsylvania and moved to Virginia when he was in the 7th grade. He lived in California for 12 years and moved to Middle Tennessee in 2012. He received his Bachelor’s from Radford University in VA in 1998 and his Master’s in Audiology from California State University of Los Angeles in 2004. He received his Doctorate of Audiology degree from A.T. Still University in 2012. He has 4 wonderful kids and enjoys biking, pickle ball and watching football.

Camryn Smith

Camryn Smith is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated from Tennessee State University with a Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology. Camryn’s love for the Audiology field began as a teenager watching her favorite TV show Switched at Birth that chronologized the life of a hearing impaired teen. Camryn has always been passionate about helping others and she aspires to be an audiologist where she can use her passion daily. Camryn is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. In her spare time Camryn loves traveling, experiencing new cultures, and being a dog mom to her baby Chloe.

Brittany Delahunt

Brittany Delahunt is originally from Oswego, New York and currently resides in Mufreesboro, TN. She is a highly motivated Audiology Assistant with expertise in managing hearing aid repairs, patient education, and providing administrative support, when needed, to ensure a smooth patient flow. Her passion for healthcare is rooted in a desire to help make a tangible difference in patient lives and witness positive outcomes. In her free time, she enjoys reading, playing video games and spending time with her fiancé, their dog, Bella, and 3 cats.

Lauren Mazeall

Lauren Mazeall is one of our student residents who studies at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Lauren is passionate about audiology, patient care, and establishing meaningful relationships with her patients. In her free time, she enjoys playing pickle ball with her boyfriend, cooking, and spending time with her cat, Keke!

Katie Brown

Katie Brown is one of our student residents who studies at the University of South Alabama. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences from Auburn University. Katie is passionate about audiology, patient care, and benefiting the quality of life of her patients. In her free time, she enjoys reading, going on walks, and playing with her dog, Athena!

Abbie Baricevich

Abbie Baricevich is one of our student residents, currently pursuing her Doctorate in Audiology at Northwestern University. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Speech Pathology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Abbie is passionate about enhancing individuals' quality of life through improved hearing and balance. She believes that understanding each patient's unique story and experiences is key to providing personalized care. Outside of her professional interests, Abbie enjoys reading, practicing Pilates, and spending time at the beach.

Brenda Rushing

Brenda is the Patient Care Coordinator here at our office. She is here to help you walk the path to better hearing from explaining the process of coming in for a hearing evaluation, cerumen removal, setting an appointment that is convenient for you and finally welcoming you to our office. If you have any questions please feel free to call her and if she can’t answer your question(s) then she will certainly find the correct answer(s) for you. Brenda’s motto is “God put me here to be a servant because I love to help people, it truly brings joy to my heart."

Lexi Adams

Lexi Adams is originally from Daphne, AL and graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences degree. During her time at Auburn, she was a part of the National Student Speech Language and Hearing Association and a full-time student manager for the Auburn Softball team during the 2021-2022 season. Lexi is passionate about sharing her hearing loss journey with people and hoping to pave the way for the generations behind her. In March and April 2022, she spoke at Songs for Sound's events promoting her story and spreading awareness for the hard of hearing/deaf. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, exploring nature, playing pickleball, and attending concerts.

Sierra Jordan

Sierra graduated in May 2023 with a Bachelors of Arts in Allied Health Studies from the University of Mississippi. She is passionate about helping others in any capacity she can! In her free time she loves being active, reading and spending time with her two cats!

Veen Yonis

Veen Yonis is a Nashville, TN native. She has two kittens and is currently going to school to be a nurse and then will be getting her doctorate to be a nurse practioner.

Racheal Harper

Racheal was born and raised in middle TN and has been with her husband for 18 years. She has 2 boys who are her world! She has worked as an RMA in ENT for the last 13 years. She loves traveling, being outdoors, but her favorite place is at home with her family.

Natalie Hawkins

I was born and raised in middle TN, next month my husband and I will be married 30 years. We have 3 kids and 8 grandchildren. We love to travel and spend time together. I love helping patients and look forward to learning new things

Penny Walker

Penny is a long time resident of Murfreesboro who grew up on a farm in the Fosterville community. She graduated from Middle TN State University in 1986 with a Mass Communications degree in Broadcast Journalism resulting in a career within the local television industry. A different career path brought her to the healthcare field doing medical billing and serving as a liaison for patients navigating a sometimes confusing medical world. She enjoys spending time with her husband, her daughter and son-in-law, and her son as well as writing, craft making, and cooking.

Audiologists and the Team

Owner

Dr. Randi Davis Yontz

Owner, Au.D., FAAA, Board Certified Audiologist

Meet the Team

Dr. Hannah Kostrzewski

Director, Au.D., CCC-A, MBA

Dr. Kathleen Healy

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Jodee Donaldson

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Misty Johnson

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Hannah Hays

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Katelyn Dillard

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Jane Walsh

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Brooke Sussman

Audiologist

Dr. Kristen D’Onofrio

Ph.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Emily McCann

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Stephanie Helton

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Dr. Vicki Ford

Au.D., CCC-A, Board Certified Audiologist

Michael P. Petroka

Au.D., F-AAA

Camryn Smith

Audiologist Assistant

Brittany Delahunt

Audiologist Assistant

Lauren Mazeall

Student Resident

Katie Brown

Student Resident

Abbie Baricevich

Student Resident

Brenda Rushing

Patient Care Coordinator

Lexi Adams

Patient Care Coordinator

Sierra Jordan

Patient Care Coordinator

Veen Yonis

Patient Care Coordinator

Racheal Harper

Patient Care Coordinator

Natalie Hawkins

Patient Care Coordinator

Penny Walker

Patient Care Coordinator

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