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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:

Why Noise is Good and Bad, and How You Can Protect Your Hearing

The world is noisy and getting noisier. Here’s how common loud noise at work and home is, and how you can protect your hearing! It’s a noisy world. Probably noisier now than at almost any time in human history. But noise has its place, for better or worse, in life and in hearing loss. From an evolutionary standpoint, noise hasRead More “Why Noise is Good and Bad, and How You Can Protect Your Hearing”

Study Shows Adding Omega-3s to Your Diet Could Reduce Age-Related Hearing Loss

It turns out that omega-3 fatty acids, often found in oily fish such as salmon or taken in a supplement to protect your heart, may also have a protective benefit for your hearing. That’s right. New research shows middle-aged and older people with higher blood levels of omega-3s were less likely to report hearing loss. Learn more about this researchRead More “Study Shows Adding Omega-3s to Your Diet Could Reduce Age-Related Hearing Loss”

How Much Should Prescription Hearing Aids Cost?

Prescription hearing aids are a significant investment in your health, but what should you expect to pay for the technology you need? We’ll address some of the questions you may have in this blog. If you’re in the market for new prescription hearing aids, you’ve likely realized there are a wide range of choices, depending on your hearing loss, lifestyleRead More “How Much Should Prescription Hearing Aids Cost?”