Audiologist Dr. Michelle Woodward co-owns Hearing Care Partners, a thriving practice with seven locations across Missouri. She has a master’s degree from Western Illinois University and an audiology doctorate from Arizona School of Health Sciences. With more than 26 years of experience in audiology, Dr. Woodward is committed to providing exceptional patient-centered health care. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a member of the American Academy of Audiology. She also serves as the volunteer clinical director of the Healthy Hearing Program for the Missouri Special Olympics, supporting athletes through comprehensive hearing health care and providing access to services. In her free time, she enjoys living life on the family farm with her husband and traveling to see her daughters in Florida and Washington.
After previously managing the office of a family practice and then joining our team in 2015, Dana Kimmel earned an audiology assistant certificate and returned to school to obtain her associate degree in hearing instrument science from Ozarks Technical Community College. When not in the office in Macon helping community members hear and live their best, Dana loves spending time with family, including Mike, her husband of over 30 years; their three grown daughters; and their 3-year-old grandson. She also enjoys reading, quilting, and being active outside.
Emily Harris began her journey with Hearing Care Partners as a patient care coordinator before becoming an audiology assistant. She holds medical and audiology assistant licenses and is COHC-certified. With a background in primary care, Emily is passionate about helping patients live healthier lives. A Macon native, she enjoys giving back to her community. Outside the office in Macon, Emily loves spending time with her son, reading, connecting with family, and preparing to welcome her baby daughter.
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