Hearing Solutions Start with a Trusted Hearing Professional
Kira Savin
(she/her/hers)
Au.D. - DOCTOR OF AUDIOLOGY
Dr. Kira Savin believes that "there is nothing more rewarding than helping a patient achieve better hearing." She feels that everyone's hearing needs are unique, like a fingerprint, and it is her goal to find a customized solution for each patient she sees.
Dr. Savin specializes in providing personalized hearing solutions using the latest and most discreet technology available, including the Lyric® invisible extended-wear hearing device. Her areas of expertise include hearing rehabilitation, auditory counseling, tinnitus management and retraining therapy, and dispensing of hearing devices and other assistive listening technologies. Dr. Savin is licensed in Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing in both California and New York State. She has been accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. Dr. Savin completed her residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. After practicing in New York City, she continued her career in Westchester County where she co-purchased Audiology Associates of Westchester and remains a co-owner of that practice and its satellite offices.
She is thrilled to now call the Bay Area her home.
Danielle Hall
(she/her/hers)
Au.D. – DOCTOR OF AUDIOLOGY
Dr. Danielle Hall’s passion for healthcare began over a decade ago as an active-duty service member and emergency responder, shaping her commitment to making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Recognizing the profound impact that hearing has on communication and overall quality of life, she was inspired to pursue a career in audiology. This path allows her to blend her love for medicine with her desire to help others, and she is dedicated to improving the lives of her patients through personalized hearing care solutions that ensure everyone feels heard and empowered.
Dr. Hall earned her Doctor of Audiology from San Jose State University and is licensed in California for Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing. She completed her residency at California Hearing Center before joining the team as an audiologist. As a fellow of both the California Academy of Audiology (CAA) and the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), she combines her extensive knowledge with a compassionate approach to ensure that each patient receives the individualized care they deserve.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Hall is deeply committed to community engagement. She volunteers with local tinnitus support groups, providing vital support and guidance to those affected by tinnitus. Her dedication to improving auditory health extends beyond the office, making her a trusted resource and advocate for individuals seeking to regain their auditory abilities and enhance their quality of life.
Lais Ama
(she/her/hers)
B.S. – HEARING INSTRUMENT SPECIALIST
Lais Ama, hearing specialist, brings to the practice 17 years of experience in providing hearing care from her native country of Brazil. There she worked with the Pontificia Universidade Catholica in Sao Paolo, providing clinical services and presenting research papers on vestibular rehabilitation and the effects of ototoxic drugs on the auditory system.
She also completed an internship at the University of Bordeaux, France, and there she was involved with clinical audiology services, hearing aids and vestibular rehabilitation.
Lais holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Audiology and Speech Pathology from the Pontificaia Universidade Catolica de Sao Paulo and has taken courses in physiotherapy from the Universidade de Sao Paulo – Faculdade de Medicina. She is licensed in California as a hearing aid dispenser.
After moving to the U.S. she worked for many years in Palo Alto at a large medical clinical providing hearing services to children and adults. Lais currently lives in Palo Alto.
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Jennifer Ratner
(she/her/hers)
Audiology Staff, Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Ratner was awarded her doctorate in audiology from the top graduate audiology program in the country, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She has worked as a research assistant in the Dan Maddox Hearing Aid Research Laboratory at Vanderbilt University, and she completed her externship at the renowned Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Dr. Ratner went on to work at a private practice in Manhattan prior to joining our staff. She is a member of the American Academy of Audiology, accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and a fellow of the Tinnitus Practitioners Association. She has a strong background in diagnostic testing, fitting and verification of hearing aids, counseling and orientation and auditory rehabilitation. As a music lover and former musician, she enjoys meeting the unique needs of musicians with hearing loss. In 2017, she was awarded the Rising Stars Top 40 Under 40 award from the Business Council of Westchester.