Doctor of Audiology–Led Hearing Care in Ottawa
Personalized hearing, tinnitus, hearing aid, and ear care — in a small, independent clinic.
Ottawa Hears Audiology & Tinnitus Boutique Clinic is locally owned and operated by a provincially regulated and nationally certified Genia Kanne-Shmigol, Doctor of Audiology, audiologist with over 14 years of clinical and dispensing experience.
With ongoing specialized training, including continuing education from Harvard University, and a strong commitment to excellence, Genia, Doctor of Audiology, provides advanced, patient-centred audiological care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. She obtained advanced education and audiological clinical training from leading universities and hospitals, including:
Our services include comprehensive hearing and tinnitus evaluations, personalized and customized treatment plans, premium and value hearing devices from leading top brands, tinnitus solutions, gentle and effective earwax removal, and custom earplugs for noise, music, sleep, swimming, and more.
No referral required. Services available in English and French.
Not sure where to start?
You may be in the right place if you are experiencing:
People sounding like they are mumbling
Difficulty hearing in background noise
Ringing, buzzing, or tinnitus
Blocked ears or possible earwax
Questions about hearing aids
A need for an audiogram, report, or funding paperwork
Concerns about your child’s hearing or listening
If you are unsure which appointment to book, start with a hearing assessment. Your audiologist will guide you from there.
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Why Patients Choose Ottawa Hears
Doctor of Audiology at every appointment
Your care is provided by a regulated audiologist with advanced clinical training — not passed from one provider to another.
Comprehensive, diagnostic approach
We do more than check if you can hear beeps. We look at your hearing, communication needs, ear health, tinnitus, speech understanding, and real-life listening concerns.
Independent recommendations
We are not owned by a single hearing aid manufacturer or big chain. Recommendations are based on your hearing needs, lifestyle, budget, and goals.
Personalized hearing care
Your hearing plan is tailored to you — whether you need monitoring, tinnitus support, hearing aids, earwax removal, or further testing.
Trusted by physicians and community partners
We provide professional audiology reports and support referrals for medical, workplace, insurance, and third-party needs.
Pressure-free environment
Our goal is to help you understand your hearing clearly and make confident decisions.
What Does Doctor of Audiology–Led Care Mean for You?
In Ontario, audiologists may practise after completing the required master’s degree and registration requirements. Genia Kanne-Shmigol went beyond this by completing a Doctor of Audiology degree to further strengthen her clinical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and patient care.
At Ottawa Hears, your care is not limited to a quick screening or device recommendation. You receive a comprehensive, diagnostic approach to better understand your hearing, ear health, listening needs, and next steps.
When needed, professional reports may be provided for physicians, insurance, workplace, or funding programs, including recommendations for ENT referral, further medical evaluation, imaging, or specialist referral when clinically appropriate.
Independent hearing aid guidance is provided only when technology is appropriate.
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Your Hearing and Brain Health Are Connected
Doctor-Led Complimentary Hearing or Tinnitus Assessemnt (Adults 65+)
Did you know? Untreated hearing loss has been linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline. Don’t wait to check your hearing — seeing an audiologist is an important step in understanding your hearing and cognitive health.
If you are 65 and older and have noticed changes in your hearing or tinnitus (ringing in the ears), we offer a FREE COMPREHENSIVE HEARING ASSESSMENT to help you understand what is going on with your hearing and brain health.
This is ideal if you are unsure where to start.
By appointment only.
Audiological Services
Comprehensive Hearing & Tinnitus Assessment - Ages 4+
$149 (Free for 65+)
Advanced Tinnitus Assessment
Ages 7+
Advanced Hearing & Audiological Diagnostics - Ages 4+
From $115
Hearing Aid Fitting, Programming, Verification & Repair - Adults Only
Personalized Pricing
Earwax Removal
Curettage, Irrigation and/or Microsuction
Simple & Complex Cases - All Ages
From $79 per ear
Custom Earplugs & Earmolds
For Noise, Sleep, Music, Swim or Hearing Aid Use- All Ages
From $249
Fee Notice: The fees listed reflect our standard audiological services. As an advanced audiology clinic, additional testing or specialized services may be recommended when clinically indicated or requested. Any applicable fees will be reviewed with you in advance, and no service will be provided without your informed consent.
Authorized 3rd Party Provider For :
Assistive Devices Program (ADP), Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
Still Unsure?
Try our online hearing test for a quick check of your hearing health—right from home. While it’s not a full diagnosis, it can guide you in knowing whether it’s time to see a Doctor of Audiology.