Cary Audiology is an audiology and hearing aid clinic with expert audiologists that provides comprehensive hearing care services, hearing tests, aural rehabilitation, live speech mapping, and tinnitus evaluations in Cary, NC.
Cary Audiology Associates has been providing services to Cary and the surrounding communities since 2006. Our audiologists are Board Certified in Audiology and provide a wide range of diagnostic and rehabilitative services. In addition to the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss, we also focus on hearing conservation and hearing loss prevention. We are a patient-focused practice and are committed to providing professional service with personalized care.
At Cary Audiology, we are passionate about patient education and rehabilitation. We integrate clinical expertise, research-based treatment, and patient perspective to provide quality services reflecting the interests, values, and needs of the individuals we serve. We follow protocols for Best Practices for Audiology.
We understand choosing a hearing care provider is a big decision. Our number one priority is delivering exceptional patient care. Our staff combines years of expertise in hearing healthcare and 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.
At Cary Audiology Associates, we look at the whole individual, not just the hearing test. All patients complete a communication assessment and/or hearing handicap inventory prior to being seen. Each patient is unique, with different lifestyles and different demands on their hearing. It is important that we get to know the needs of each patient and that the patient be an active participant in the evaluation and treatment process.
At Cary Audiology Associates, we follow the gold standard of care for Audiology. All patient care is provided by Board Certified Audiologists. We complete both diagnostic and functional hearing evaluations, which includes speech-in-noise testing. A hearing test alone is not enough. It only tells us part of the story. When assessing hearing we must also look “ear to brain” as it is the ear that detects sound, but the brain that processes it. Cognition affects hearing and hearing affects cognition. Cognitive screening is also a part of our initial assessment.
We are an evidence-based practice, completing both objective and subjective measurements when hearing aids are included in the treatment plan. Real Ear Measurement testing is completed during all hearing aid fit appointments to verify that soft and normal conversational speech is audible and meeting appropriate targets. , The Client Oriented Scale of Improvement (COSI) is completed at the end of the hearing aid assessment period. Aural rehabilitation is an important component of the fitting process and is provided with all new hearing aid fittings.
Emily Ackley, Au.D. is an audiologist providing hearing aids, hearing tests, aural rehabilitation, and other audiologic services in Cary, NC.
Dr. Emily Ackley is a licensed audiologist in Cary, North Carolina. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology from UNC Asheville and her Doctor of Audiology from Towson University. She is a member of the American Academy of Audiology, the Academy of Doctors of Audiology, and the North Carolina Audiology Association.
Dr. Ackley is passionate about providing high-quality, individualized care and is committed to following audiology best practices. She conducts real ear measurements to ensure accurate hearing aid programming and uses speech-in-noise testing to better understand each patient’s functional hearing needs in everyday environments. She enjoys helping her patients find the best hearing solutions that fit their lifestyle needs. Her favorite part of practicing audiology is sharing in the joy of improved hearing and communication alongside her patients and their families.
In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and her mini Australian labradoodle, Piper. She also loves to travel and was an au pair in Spain before starting her doctoral program.
Rebecca Vlk, Au.D. is an audiologist providing hearing aids, hearing tests, aural rehabilitation, and other audiologic services in Cary, NC.
Dr. Rebecca Vlk (rhymes with Belk) obtained her clinical Doctorate in Audiology from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. She has worked for over 10 years in private practice in North Carolina. Dr. Vlk is a licensed audiologist in North Carolina and a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology, and is a member of the North Carolina Audiology Association.
Dr. Vlk is passionate about providing high-quality, individualized care to her patients and focuses on adhering to audiology best practices. She enjoys spending time on the personal, comprehensive assessment of hearing loss, and aural rehabilitation. Her favorite part about practicing audiology is helping her patients reconnect to the people and sounds they love.
In her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and her Jack Russel/Beagle mix, Rhodie. She also loves music and has sung in multiple community choirs.
Abigail is a Kinston, North Carolina native. She attended East Carolina University for her bachelor’s degrees in Speech and Hearing Sciences and Psychology. She will graduate from ECU’s Doctorate of Audiology program in May 2026. Her audiology interests included adult diagnostics, hearing aids, and tinnitus management. In her free time, she enjoys spending time at the beach, reading, and hanging out with her pets!
Michelle Hardin received her Bachelor of Science degree in social work from Youngstown State University. After graduating, Michelle worked in the finance department for a local government office in the suburbs of Philadelphia. She and her family moved to the area in 2000. She started working at Cary Audiology at its inception in 2006.
Michelle is the Audiology Assistant for Cary Audiology. She is very knowledgeable on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs of hearing aids. Michelle enjoys getting to know each patient and ensuring they receive the best quality care and service. She enjoys learning about the ever-changing technology and sharing it with our patients.
Michelle also does our insurance billing and is our physician liaison. When she isn’t at the office, you will find her outdoors or spending time with family and friends.
Jessika is the friendly voice on the phone and the first person you see when you walk in the door. She always has a smile on her face and is eager to please. Jessika is originally from Florida speaks both English and Spanish.
Jessika has a passion for helping others and putting a smile on their faces, making sure they are loved and appreciated. She has worked as a caregiver for over 20 years, with over 5 years of experience in audiology and “loving every minute of it!”
You will always find a book in her purse or catch her listening to all kinds of music and inspirational podcasts. Jessika loves serving in the church and in the community with her family. She and her family are very artsy and active – always doing some activity, from playing games and traveling to enjoying musicals and catching up on baking shows. Jessika makes a mean Cafe’ Cubano!
Dr. Rawls has been in the audiology profession for over 35 years. In 2006, she opened Cary Audiology Associates. After working in busy medical (ENT) offices for over 20 years, Dr. Rawls went into private practice in an effort to provide more personal and comprehensive care to her patients, in a less restrictive environment. As ninety percent of hearing loss is not medically correctible, private practice has given her the opportunity to spend more time on the assessment, and more importantly, the aural rehabilitation, which is critical for better hearing.
Dr. Rawls earned her Bachelor of Science degree from James Madison University and her Master’s degree in Audiology from the University of Connecticut. She later obtained her Doctorate in Audiology from the University of Florida.
Dr. Rawls is Board Certified by the American Board of Audiology. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology and the Academy of Doctors of Audiology. She is licensed by the State of North Carolina.
She has extensive experience with pediatric through geriatric populations. Dr. Rawls specializes in comprehensive hearing assessment as well as in the fitting of advanced digital hearing instruments. Dr. Rawls lives in Cary. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, reading, and spending time outdoors.
Our office will be closed on Memorial Day.
