For over forty years, Knoxville families have trusted one independent, doctor-owned practice with the sounds that matter most — a grandchild's voice, a Smoky Mountain stream, a mockingbird in the trees.
"When was the last time you heard a Smoky Mountain stream, or a mockingbird singing in the trees?"
— The question we ask every patient
Every evaluation, fitting, and follow-up is handled by a licensed Au.D. The doctor who tests your hearing is the same doctor who programs your devices and sees you for years afterward.
An audiologist since 1977 and founder of the practice in 1983. "Working with a person from diagnosis through successful rehabilitation has provided the greatest satisfaction."
TN License No. 0111
A former Florida State University professor with experience across private practice and ENT groups. "I love connecting people to missed sounds and experiences."
Diagnostics & fittings
Leads our pediatric care and works with patients of every age on hearing aid selection and fitting — bringing patience and precision to families and children.
Adults & childrenBecause no manufacturer owns us, we fit every major brand — and recommend the one your hearing and your life actually call for.
Hearing aids last five to seven years. The audiologist who programs yours is the one who'll fine-tune them every visit after.
We start by listening. We test thoroughly, explain plainly, and never present a device until you've seen your own results.
| What matters | Family Hearing Center | The chain store |
|---|---|---|
| Who sees you | Doctor of Audiology | Varies by shift |
| Brands available | Every major maker | Corporate-mandated |
| Follow-up care | Same doctor, for years | Whoever's in |
| First conversation | Your hearing | The sale |
| Roots in Knoxville | Since 1983 | Head office elsewhere |
Asking people to repeat themselves. Turning the television up. Avoiding restaurants because the noise is too much. These everyday markers are how hearing loss announces itself — gradually, then all at once.
A comprehensive evaluation tells you exactly where you stand. The appointment itself commits you to nothing.
Explore our servicesDiagnostic testing across the full speech range, explained in plain language with your audiogram in hand.
Precise, real-ear-verified fittings from every major manufacturer — matched to your hearing and your day.
Evaluation and practical relief strategies for ringing, buzzing, and other phantom sounds.
Custom-fit protection and listening solutions for musicians, swimmers, hunters, and industry.
Patient, child-friendly evaluations and fittings led by Dr. McDermott.
Same-day cleaning and minor repairs whenever feasible — even for aids fit elsewhere.
From invisible-in-canal devices to the most advanced rechargeable platforms, we fit and service the full range of leading hearing aid manufacturers.
Four unhurried steps — the same way we've done it since 1983.
You tell us what you've been missing and what you've been through. No rush.
A thorough diagnostic evaluation arrives at an accurate, honest picture of your hearing.
We walk through your results together and discuss the solutions that genuinely fit.
Fittings, fine-tuning, cleaning, and care — with the same doctor, for years.
"My only regret is that I waited so long to admit that I had a hearing problem."
"We have both been extremely happy with being able to hear everything and everyone."
"Hearing aids have changed my son's life!"
"I am so pleased with the way they feel and fit into my ears."
"A wonderful place! I have known Dr. Stone for years."
605 US-321 #3, Lenoir City, TN 37771 — serving Loudon County and points west. Renee, our patient care specialist, is based here.
(865) 988-7756Schedule a free, unhurried hearing evaluation with a Doctor of Audiology — or simply call the front desk and talk to a real person.