Associated Audiologists, Kansas City audiology team
Associated Audiologists, Kansas City audiology team

Top Audiologists Serving Kansas & Missouri

Associated Audiologists is the leader in audiologic care for hearing, tinnitus, and balance disorders in the Kansas City area.

Owned and operated by Tim Steele, Ph.D., President and CEO, the practice was established nearly 40 years ago.

Today, Associated Audiologists has grown to include more doctoral-level audiologists than any other practice in the Kansas City metro, and eight convenient locations with an expert team of audiology professionals ready to serve you.

Seeing one of our audiologists ensures you receive professional, personalized care tailored to your specific hearing needs, improving your hearing and overall quality of life.

So whether you're experiencing hearing loss, have a ringing in your ears, need hearing aids, or anything in between, Associated Audiologists is the trusted choice for those seeking expert hearing healthcare services in the Kansas City area.

Mitch Holthus

“Dr. Steele used his science to pinpoint my exact hearing loss. He was so empathetic, so thorough. He treats each person as an individual. Your situation is different from mine, but he can help us both.”

Kansas City Chiefs Broadcaster and Hearing Aid Patient

Steve Crusinberry

A shooting accident triggered bothersome tinnitus for 59-year-old Steve Crusinberry. Associated Audiologists helped Steve learn to manage his tinnitus using ear-level sound generators, daily meditation, journaling and concentration exercises. Now he’s “Steve 2.0” and living his best life!

Tinnitus Patient

Real Patient Reviews

“The practice is adhering to all COVID protocols which I appreciate. The staff are all very nice to work with.”

- Loretta Nemechek

Real Patient Reviews

“My Dr. referred me to Dr. Smittkamp. She fitted me with hearing aids with the tinnitus technology. It’s still new, but it’s been life altering! It’s working. I’m telling everyone, STOP suffering!”

- RM

Real Patient Reviews

“We appreciate Dr. Nissen and our many years as his client. We often say that we are very happy to have been referred to him. We always receive excellent care, and we appreciate Cindy too.”

- PB

Real Patient Reviews

“Great COVID protocols. I felt safe and secure during my visit. Dr. Hopkins-Williams as always was thorough, professional and personable.”

- Ken Sabatini

Real Patient Reviews

“Dr. York was extremely patient and took the time to listen. My grandpa is hearing so much better now.”

- Sarah Storm

Randi Cole

“Don’t be embarrassed, don’t be shy, and don’t wait. Don’t wait!”

2019 Mrs. Kansas United States

Real Patient Reviews

“I was greeted very warmly. The process was smooth. The audiologist was honest with me and I respected that. Great experience!”

- Dale L.

Read the Latest From Associated Audiologists:

Hear Here

I’m excited to recognize our 40th year in business. Where were you forty years ago in 1985? I was in 8th grade, running Spring track and living on our family farm outside of Waterville, Kansas. That feels like a lifetime ago! This issue of our newsletter makes an effort to look back. Associated Audiologists, Inc. exists because of great peopleRead More “Hear Here”

“Go Beyond the Expected and Do the Extraordinary”

40 Years of Better Hearing for Kansas City and Beyond The year was 1985, and young Jim Wise was at a crossroads — should he finish a PhD in Audiology, or follow in his father’s footsteps and go to medical school? After much discussion with his wife, Carody, and their family and friends, Jim decided to finish his PhD, andRead More ““Go Beyond the Expected and Do the Extraordinary””

Lessons from 40 years Part 2: Cutting through the noise to offer the best quality products and service

40 years ago, the world was a bit quieter. There was no internet; smartphones and tablets were the stuff of sci-fi shows; and the only notifications we received were in the mail or by a telephone call. Today, we live in a noisy world — full of not just sounds, but also thousands of pieces of information that bombard usRead More “Lessons from 40 years Part 2: Cutting through the noise to offer the best quality products and service”