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  • Sherri Little, Au.D., CCC-A Owner, Doctor of Audiology at Hearing Associates of South Carolina
    Sherri Little
    Au.D., CCC-A
    Owner, Doctor of Audiology
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    Dr. Sherri Little, owner of Hearing Associates of South Carolina, has spent over 35 years providing patients with exceptional care. She has a master’s degree from the University of Tennessee, a Doctor of Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences, is board-certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She has received multiple awards, including Audigy Outstanding Practice Awards and Aiken’s Best of the Best honors. In her spare time, Dr. Little enjoys traveling with her husband, following college sports, and spending time with their children and grandchildren.

  • Brady Francis, Owner at Hearing Associates of South Carolina
    Brady Francis
    Owner
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    Brady Francis, owner of Hearing Associates of South Carolina, is passionate about providing the community with exceptional patient-focused care. Inspired by his parents who are both doctors of audiology, Brady joined HASC and then pursued a master’s degree in business administration. He is now focused on building relationships with patients, so they feel heard and cared for at all points of their hearing journey. When not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his dog Kai, playing soccer, going to the gym, and cheering on the Vols during the fall season!

  • Hannah Rae Escobar, Au.D., CCC-A, Doctor of Audiology at Hearing Associates of South Carolina
    Hannah Escobar
    Au.D., CCC-A
    Doctor of Audiology
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    Hannah Rae Escobar’s passion for audiology began at an early age when she saw the benefits of speech therapy for her older brother with autism. Now, she enjoys helping patients improve their hearing and quality of life. Dr. Escobar received her Doctor of Audiology from East Carolina University, is board-certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. Outside the office, she enjoys playing the piano, reading, baking, and spending time with her husband, daughter, and rescue dog, Nami.

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    Jessica Mahaffey
    Au.D., CCC-A
    Doctor of Audiology
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    Jessica Mahaffey is an award-winning audiologist, recognized as a South Carolina Outstanding Clinical Audiologist and Aiken’s Top Doc. She received her doctorate in audiology from the University of Southern Mississippi, is board-certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She is also an adjunct professor at South Carolina State University in the Speech Pathology and Audiology department. Outside of her work with patients, Dr. Mahaffey loves traveling, cooking, kayaking, and spending time with her family, friends, and her doggo, Ella.

  • Abbi Oller, Front Office Staff at Hearing Associates of South Carolina
    Abbi Oller
    Front Office Staff
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    Abbi Oller brings a well-rounded background to her role as front office staff. With experience in office management, insurance coding and billing, and audiology-specific training, Abbi enjoys creating a welcoming experience for patients. She loves seeing the impact improved hearing can have on people’s lives. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their beloved pit mix, Kiko. Staying active at the gym, spending time outdoors, and exploring her creative side are a few of her favorite hobbies.

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      About Our Practice

      Hearing Associates of South Carolina is a compassionate, community-oriented hearing care practice with locations in Aiken and North Augusta. Our experts use their extensive knowledge, the latest hearing technology, and a patient-centered approach to provide personalized hearing care that ensures you can hear what matters.

      Our Specializations

      • Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)
        Recommendations and fitting of ALDs such as personal amplifiers, FM systems, or loop systems to improve hearing in specific listening situations.
      • Auditory Rehabilitation
        Individualized programs to help individuals with hearing loss develop better communication strategies and improve listening skills.
      • Cochlear Implants
        Evaluation, candidacy determination, surgery referral, programming, and ongoing support for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss who may benefit from cochlear implant technology.
      • Counseling and Education
        Information and support regarding hearing loss, hearing conservation, communication strategies, and coping mechanisms for individuals and their families.
      • Custom Earplugs and Earmolds
        Creation and fitting of custom-made earplugs for hearing protection, swimming, musicians, and other specific needs. Also includes earmolds for hearing aids or in-ear monitors.
      • Hearing Aid Fitting and Repair
        Selection, fitting, and programming of hearing aids to address hearing loss. This includes counseling on the proper use and maintenance of hearing aids.
      • Hearing Evaluations
        Comprehensive assessments to evaluate hearing abilities, including pure-tone audiometry, speech audiometry, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions (OAE) testing.
      • Pediatric Audiology
        Specialized services for children, including hearing screenings, diagnostic evaluations, hearing aid fittings, and educational support for parents and caregivers.
      • Tinnitus Evaluation and Management
        Assessment, counseling, and development of strategies to manage tinnitus (ringing or buzzing sound in the ears).

      Payments Accepted

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