Dr. Darcy Benson, founder of California Hearing Center, believes that "regaining the ability to hear brings people back into the world around them." With over 30 years of experience, she has a dedication to the field of hearing care that stretches far beyond her practice. She brings this high level of expertise with her to her daily interactions with the patients she sees. Dr. Benson’s focus is on providing evidence-based practice in a patient-centered care environment. She is passionate about her work and in improving the lives of her patients through better hearing.

Dr. Benson received her clinical doctorate in Audiology in 2006. She is board certified by the American Board of Audiology and is licensed in California as a dispensing audiologist. Her work has been published in professional journals and audiology textbooks. In 2018, she was awarded the Inspired-by-lda label, a benchmark of quality of care.

Dr. Benson is active in the field of audiology and is a consultant for companies carrying out research on new technology and fitting systems. As a member of the advisory board of the Ida Institute, she worked with an international team of audiologists to integrate person centered care into hearing care around the world. Dr. Benson is native to the Bay Area and lives on the peninsula.