North Alabama ENT Associates, P.C.
Staff
Chassity Hancock
M.CD., CCC-A
Chassity Hancock has been a dedicated member of the North Alabama ENT team since 1999. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders and her Master of Science in Communication Disorders with a focus in Audiology from Auburn University. As part of her graduate training, she completed an externship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, gaining valuable clinical experience in a leading medical setting.
Lara Leggio,
AuD
Audiologist
Dr. Leggio specializes in diagnostics, hearing aids, and bone-anchored hearing devices, providing care for patients of all ages. She was drawn to the field of audiology out of a desire to support parents of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. One of her greatest joys is witnessing her pediatric patients hear and interact with their families for the first time.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Florida and went on to complete her Doctor of Audiology degree at James Madison University. As part of her training, she completed her externship in Clinical Audiology at the University of Texas.
Outside of her professional work, Dr. Leggio enjoys hiking, rock climbing, cooking, and volunteering with the youth at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
Jennifer Dillard,
M.CD., , CCC-A
Audiologist
Jennifer Anderson Dillard has been a practicing audiologist in Huntsville since 2001. Before returning to her hometown, she gained valuable experience working as both a clinical and research audiologist at Vanderbilt Medical Center and the Nashville VA Medical Center.
She completed her undergraduate education at Auburn University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders. She continued her studies at Auburn, where she received a Master of Science in Communication Disorders with a focus in Audiology. Following her graduate work, Jennifer completed a fellowship at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Shannon Booth,
AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Shannon Booth earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Florida State University, laying a strong foundation for her career in audiology. She went on to receive her Doctor of Audiology degree from the University of South Florida. Shannon is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology and a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and continued growth in the field.
Melissa Haynes,
MS, CCC-A, FAAA
Audiologist
Melissa Haynes is a licensed audiologist who earned her Master’s degree in audiology from the University of Louisville. She holds a certificate of clinical competence in audiology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. Melissa is licensed in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee to practice audiology and has over two decades’ experience helping people achieve healthy hearing.
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Reviews
Healthy Hearing posts all positive and negative reviews that meet publishing criteria.Read 10 verified patient reviews for North Alabama ENT Associates, P.C.! Their average review score is 4.8 () from 10 reviews.
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“It is always a great experience to see anyone in this office. I like the way the practitioners really listen to my concerns. I see Dr. Hobbs, Jennifer NP, and Melissa Haynes. Melissa has helped so much adjusting my hearing aids and giving me information. If you are looking for someone to take care of your hearing problem, check out North AL ENT!”
“Dr Wm McFeely, Nurse-Darlene Stephens and audiologist-Chassity Hancock are very professional and caring. They take time to explain everything. They are very polite, courteous, informative and respectful. Very grateful to have them as part of my Healthcare Team. ”
“I saw Kyra twice in August and she is absolutely wonderful. She's very kind, calm, knowledgeable, and caring. Everyone on the staff that I met were very helpful and accommodating. The wait time was very minimal. Thanks for such great experiences.”
“Lara is excellent! She is knowledgeable & so friendly. I would recommend North Alabama ENT & Physicians Hearing Center 100%!”
“I like them but they are sometimes a little slow. ”
Clinic details
North Alabama ENT Associates, P.C. offers audiologists who are specifically trained to evaluate and treat hearing loss that can be treated with hearing aid devices. We work with a wide variety of manufacturers to ensure you get exactly the product that treats your individual hearing loss that fits within your lifestyle and budget.
Call North Alabama ENT Associates for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Hearing care services
Hearing and Balance Services at North Alabama ENT Associates, P.C.
Audiology (or hearing) evaluation - A comprehensive audiology evaluation consists of a series of individual diagnostic tests that measure different aspects of your hearing. After discussing your medical history and a thorough examination of your ears any or all the following tests will be administered:
- Pure Tone
- Bone Conduction
- Speech (or word recognition)
- Tympanometry
- Acoustic Reflex
- Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR)
- Otoacoustic Emissions (OAEs)
Hearing Aid Selection and Pricing - Once you’ve seen an audiologist completed the testing for hearing loss, your doctor may decide you could benefit from hearing aids.
Hearing Aid Fitting & Counseling - If hearing aids are recommended, equally important is the fitting process and counseling.
- Fitting Process - For hearing aids to work effectively, they must be carefully programmed to match your specific hearing loss based on the results of your test. Adjustments may also be necessary to ensure your hearing aids are tailored to your needs for maximum benefits.
- Counseling is a necessary step to ensure you have realistic expectations and is crucial for long-term success.
Tinnitus - Often describe as a hissing, roaring, whooshing or buzzing sound instead of ringing. It may be sporadic or constant and is a symptom of an underlying condition rather than a disease itself. Unfortunately, in many cases the exact cause of tinnitus can’t be identified. However, symptoms can often be managed successfully through several different strategies. Which include:
- Acoustic therapy
- Tinnitus retraining therapy
- Steroid injections
- Surgery
- Hearing aids
- Counseling sleep and cognitive behavioral or relaxation methods
Pediatric Audiology, ENT, and Balance Services
Newborn and Pediatric Hearing Loss - While most babies are born with normal hearing, there are some who do have a hearing loss at birth or develop one early in childhood. risk factors may include premature birth or other complications, family history of hearing loss, frequent or chronic ear infections, infections such as meningitis or cytomegalovirus or exposure to very loud noises
Babies rely on their hearing right from the start to develop speech and language skills. The Earlier You Catch Your Child’s Hearing Loss, The Better. Left untreated, a hearing loss can lead to delays in language development and social coping skills. If there is a problem, early detection can prevent many of these issues and put your child on the proper track for learning.
Amenities
Convenient parking
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Hearing implants
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
Tinnitus
Balance testing
Ear cleaning
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Hours of operation
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8 am - 4:30 pm by appointment |
| Tuesday | 8 am - 4:30 pm by appointment |
| Wednesday | 8 am - 4:30 pm by appointment |
| Thursday | 8 am - 4:30 pm by appointment |
| Friday | 8 am - 4:30 pm by appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
Amenities
Convenient parking
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Hearing implants
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Financing available
Tinnitus
Balance testing
Ear cleaning
Accepted forms of payment
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Discover
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Financing available for those who qualify
- Insurance accepted, please call for details