Professional Staff

Patty Kalmbach, Au.D., FAAA
Doctor of Audiology
pattykalmbach@qwestoffice.net 

Dr. Kalmbach received her Doctorate Degree in Audiology from Pennsylvania College of Optometrys School of Audiology in 2007. She received her Master of Science Degree in Audiology from Colorado State University in 1987. She completed her training at Letterman Army Medical Center in San Francisco, CA and at Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, Texas. Upon returning to Denver, she began a 17 year career working as a clinical Audiologist in the Neurodiagnostic Lab at Swedish Medical Center in Englewood, Colorado. While working in a hospital environment she was involved in Newborn hearing screenings, diagnostic testing and evaluation of those suffering from hearing loss, as well as performing a wide variety of Vestibular tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of balance problems. After a lot of prayer and believing very passionately that patients can be helped with Neuromonics and/or Tinnitus Retraining Therapy, she has chosen to venture out into a privately owned audiology practice. She is passionate when working with her patients and is especially fond of working with the geriatric population. She is committed to exceptional customer service and is driven by the idea that life can be better for those who are suffering with tinnitus and or sound sensitivity.

Dr. Kalmbach is a member of the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA), a Professional member in the American Tinnitus Association, and is registered to practice Audiology in the State of Colorado.

Dr. Kalmbach has been married to the love of her life (Ed) for 20 years. They are blessed to be the parents of two extraordinary sons named Joshua and Ryan. She is passionate about being involved in their lives and feels very fortunate to be called mom.

Lisa Evans-Smith, Au.D., FAAA
Doctor of Audiology
lisaevanssmith@qwestoffice.net 

Dr. Evans-Smith received her Doctorate in Audiology from the University of Florida in 2000. In 1988, after completing a Master of Science in Audiology, she was commissioned as an officer in the US Army. Dr. Evans-Smith spent 5 years in the military where she achieved the rank of Captain. She has worked in various private practice settings throughout her career. Hearing impaired since birth, Dr. Evans-Smith often draws on her personal experiences to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes with hearing aids. Dr. Evans-Smith special interests include treatment of tinnitus and sound sensitivity, hearing aid education, fitting and rehabilitation, with emphasis on the geriatric population, and evaluation and treatment of balance disorders. 
Dr. Evans-Smith is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology, a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, a Professional member in the American Tinnitus Association, and is registered to practice in the State of Colordao.

Dr. Evans-Smith is happily married, and she and her husband, Bill, have a 10 year old Golden Retreiver named Casey, whom they adore. Her passion is ballet, and in her spare time, Dr. Lisa takes classes and teaches beginning ballet to adults and children.

You can email Dr. Evans-Smith at lisaevanssmith@qwestoffice.net

Morgan Nerim - Office Manager
coloradotinnitus@aol.com

 

We are proud to have Morgan Nerim join our team.  Her friendly personality will make you feel like family. Morgan joined our staff as Office Manager in December of 2010. She will be glad to answer any questions you may have about our clinic or help you get scheduled for an appointment.  Morgan takes great pride in making sure you feel comfortable in knowing what to expect when you are new to our practice. Morgan will make sure there's a cup of coffee and a warm cookie waiting for you when you arrive in our clinic! She has over ten years in customer service and is extremely dedicated to helping people. Morgan loves animals, children and reading.