Boutique Hearing Clinic in Ottawa — Led by a Doctor of Audiology
Experience personalized care in a welcoming, independent boutique clinic. Ottawa Hears is locally owned by Genia Kanne-Shmigol, Au.D., a Doctor of Audiology with over 14 years of clinical experience and extensive continuing education credentials.
Our Audiologist is fluently bilingual and is happy to serve patients in English and French.
We are proudly locally owned and operated.
Work directly with a Doctor of Audiology.
Independent hearing, tinnitus, hearing aid and ear care in Ottawa.
Comprehensive assessments, personalized recommendations, and ongoing care from a Doctor of Audiology, not a hearing aid retailer or screening clinic.
Every appointment begins with understanding your hearing, ear health, listening needs, and goals before discussing treatment options or hearing technology.
Do you need an audiologist?
You are in the right place if you are experiencing:
✅ People sound like they are mumbling
✅ Difficulty hearing in background noise
✅ Ringing, buzzing, or tinnitus
✅ Blocked ears or possible earwax buildup
✅ Questions about hearing aids
✅ Need for an audiogram, report, or funding paperwork
✅ Concerns about your child’s hearing or listening
Enhanced Clinical Knowledge and Diagnosis Expertise
In Ontario, audiologists may practice after a master’s degree and registration. Genia Kanne‑Shmigol holds a Doctor of Audiology to enhance clinical knowledge, diagnostics, and patient care.
At Ottawa Hears we offer more than quick screenings or device suggestions. We use advanced, comprehensive diagnostics to assess hearing, ear health, listening needs, and next steps.
When needed, we provide professional reports for physicians, insurers, workplaces, or funding programs, and recommend ENT referral, further medical evaluation, imaging, or specialist care. Independent hearing‑aid guidance is given only when technology is clinically appropriate.
Your Hearing and Brain Health Are Connected
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.
Doctor of Audiology-Led Complimentary Hearing and Tinnitus Assessment (65+)
55+ Hearing Wellness Screening — $49
A brief early-detection screening for adults 55+ who are starting to notice changes in hearing, tinnitus, communication, or listening in background noise.
This visit may include an ear canal check, basic hearing screening, discussion of your concerns, and recommendations for next steps.
✅ Assistive Devices Program (ADP)
✅ Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB)
✅ Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
✅ Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)
✅ Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
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Just curious about your hearing?
Try our free online hearing test.
Let’s Connect
You do not need a medical referral to see Genia Kanne-Shmigol, Au.D.(C), Doctor of Audiology, Audiologist.
Book your assessment online or email us with your inquiry, and we will be happy to guide you to the right audiological service for your needs. For the fastest response, please contact us by clinic email.