Our Professional Staff
Our experienced providers are committed to a high standard of patient care and are here for you throughout every stage of your hearing journey.
Who We Are
We understand choosing a hearing care provider is a big decision. At Audiology Consultants of Iowa, our number one priority is delivering exceptional patient care. Our staff is well-trained in a variety of services ranging from evaluations to treatment.
We believe great care includes establishing great relationships with our patients. Treating hearing loss is an ongoing process that requires regular follow-ups, maintenance and cleanings to keep you hearing your best. Our staff is here to support you not only during your initial visit but throughout your entire journey to better hearing.
Our Audiologists
Margaret A. Christiansen, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiologist, President
Margaret Christiansen received her Bachelor of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Masters in Audiology from the University of Northern Iowa. She earned her Doctor of Audiology from Arizona School of Health Sciences.
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Heather A. Sandy, M.A., CCC-A
Audiologist, Vice President and Business Administrator
Heather Sandy is a graduate of the University of Iowa where she received her B.A. in Speech & Hearing Science in 1998 and her M.A. in Audiology in 2000. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and is a licensed audiologist in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin.
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Laura Schroeder, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
Laura Schroeder was born and raised in Cedar Falls, IA. She attended the University of Iowa, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Science in 2007 and her Doctorate of Audiology in 2011. Dr. Schroeder holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a member of the American Academy of Audiology.
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Kevin Kock, AuD, MPH, CCC-A
Audiologist
Originally from Houston, Dr. Kevin Kock earned a dual Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders and Psychology from the University of Houston. He earned his Doctorate of Audiology from the University of Iowa in 2020.
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Ali Carmichael, AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Originally from Green Bay, WI, Dr. Ali Carmichael earned a Bachelor of Science in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences from Northern Michigan University. She earned her Doctorate of Audiology from the University of Wisconsin Consortium- Stevens Point in 2020.
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Shelby Garrison, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
As a Quad Cities native, Dr. Shelby Garrison earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Augustana College in 2019. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Audiology from Illinois State University in 2023. She spent her externship year with Audiology Consultants, P.C. learning and specializing in hearing loss prevention, providing quality diagnostics, hearing aid fittings, and patient advocacy. She will be a licensed audiologist and hearing aid dispenser in both Iowa and Illinois. She lives in Andalusia with her husband, Atticus, and their cat, Scout.
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Kim Schee, H.A.S.
Office Manager, Audiology Assistant
Kim Schee was born and raised in Davenport, IA. She is certified as an Occupational Hearing Conservationist by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation and is a licensed Hearing Aid Dispenser in Iowa.
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Heather Lawton
Industrial Program Coordinator
Heather Lawton was raised in Davenport, IA. She is certified as an Occupational Hearing Conservationist by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation. Ms. Lawton works as the Industrial Program Coordinator. She has been with Audiology Consultants since 2002.
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