Meet The Northgate Hearing Staff
Amy Wolf, AuD
Dr. Amy Wolf has been practicing Audiology since 1994, primarily within large, multi-specialty medical clinics. The bulk of her time in practice was spent as an audiology clinic coordinator, balancing time between diagnostic testing, hearing aid fitting and service, and management duties. “While I loved working alongside physicians to diagnose hearing and balance dysfunction, what I found most rewarding was working with patients to improve their hearing and ultimately, their quality of life. I am excited to enter private practice focusing on my favorite part of my career.”
Dr. Wolf is a native of Washington, born and raised in King County. She and her husband have two children, Dylan and Lily. Outside the office, you’ll often find Dr. Wolf cheering on her children at their various sporting events. She also loves to travel, play board and card games, and cook great food.
Education You Can Trust
• Doctor of Audiology: Arizona School of Health Sciences, 2011
• Master of Arts in Audiology: Western Washington University, 1994
• Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology and Audiology: Western Washington University, 1992
A Strong Commitment to Continuing Education and Professional Contact
• Fellow: American Academy of Audiology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Ashley Al Izzi, AuD
Dr. Ashley Al-Izzi has practiced audiology since 2003, both in a private practice setting and as an account manager for a hearing aid manufacturer. "I really enjoyed the experience working in the industry as a representative. I was able to learn about cutting edge technology as soon as it was available. It was also neat to meet all the folks who do the research in order to advance hearing aid technology. Now that I have a family of my own, it’s nice to re-enter private practice. I really enjoy getting to know people and helping to improve their lives through better hearing."
Ashley grew up in Redmond, Washington and attended the University of Washington for both undergraduate and graduate school. Outsilde the office she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, gardening, baking and rowing. Go Huskies!
Education You Can Trust
• Doctor of Audiology, Arizona School of Health Sciences – 2011
• Master of Science in Audiology, University of Washington – 2003
• Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences, University of Washington – 2001
• Bachelor of Arts in French, University of Washington – 2001
A Strong Commitment to Continuing Education and Professional Contact
• Fellow: American Academy of Audiology
• Member:Academy of Doctors of Audiology
• Board Certified in Audiology
Lori Mercer, AuD
Dr. Lori Mercer has practiced audiology since 1987 and has been in private practice since 1994. Previously, she worked in a multidiscipline medical practice and as a public school audiologist. "I'm one of those rare individuals who knew what I wanted to do even in high school and never changed my major in college. I am constantly rewarded by my patients' progress toward closer connections with their loved ones through better hearing."
Dr. Mercer grew up in northern Wisconsin and moved to the Pacific Northwest for graduate school in 1986. Outside of the office, she enjoys time with her husband and two sons, playing bagpipes, music, travel, and gardening. Go Cougs!
Education You Can Trust
• Doctor of Audiology: Arizona School of Health Sciences, 2002
• Master of Arts in Audiology: Washington State University, 1988
• Bachelor of Arts in Communication Disorders: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 1986
A Strong Commitment to Continuing Education and Professional Contact
• Fellow: Academy of Dispensing Audiologists and American Academy of Audiology
• Member: Washington Society of Audiology and Washington Audiology Alliance
Larci Austin, Office Manager
Larci Austin has been with Northgate Hearing Services since 1989. She oversees office operations and assists patients with routine hearing aid maintenance. She is a key asset to the practice, sharing her gifts of compassion and enthusiasm with each and every patient. She continually updates her training via courses at the University of Washington and through various hearing aid manufacturers.
Larci resides with her husband and daughter. She enjoys gardening, camping and hiking.
Catherine Schiffler, Patient Care Coordinator
Catherine Schiffler received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Seattle University. She practiced at the University of Washington Hospital as a cardiac RN for a number of years. She spent 14 years away from nursing to be an at-home mom for her two sons. In 2004, she joined Northgate Hearing Services as patient care coordinator. Catherine is a veteran hearing aid wearer herself. "My personal and professional experience with hearing aids and medical care gives me a unique opportunity to help our patients, which I really enjoy".
Catherine is a native of Seattle. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her sons and friends, traveling and gardening.
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