Hearing Aid Center in Lake Worth

SoundWorks Hearing Centers

Office Hours

  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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Meet the Staff

Dr. Lori Kay

Doctor of Audiology

Lori K. Kay, Au.D. has been working as an audiologist since 1991. Originally from Ohio and an avid Ohio State University Buckeye fan, Dr. Kay has worked with all age groups. She loves working with adults to help them overcome their hearing difficulties and to improve their quality of life. Seeing individuals reconnecting with their family and friends because they can hear again gives her great satisfaction. Dr. Kay has worked with a rehabilitation company in North Carolina, as an Executive Director of a non-profit Speech and Hearing Center in Florida, and in private practice both in New Mexico and Texas.

Dr. Kay encourages family members to attend appointments with their loved one as hearing loss not only affects the individual but the family as well. Learning how to help the individual receive the most benefit from the hearing aids requires a team effort in order for the individual to be successful. Continuing education is important to Dr. Kay. She attends the American Academy of Audiology conventions, attends training courses provided by hearing aid manufacturers, and takes some online courses. Dr. Kay believes that continuing her education allows her to bring a higher quality of care to her patients.

Dr. Kay enjoys spending time with her husband, a United States Air Force Veteran and their two dogs. They like to travel and spend time with family. When Dr. Kay gets any “spare time” she enjoys scrapbooking family photos, making cards for special occasions, and reading.

Education:

  • B.A., Speech & Hearing Science, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
  • M.A., Audiology, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
  • Au.D., Doctor of Audiology, Salus University George S. Osborne College of Audiology, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania

Internship Training:

  • The Ohio State University Speech & Hearing Clinic, Columbus, Ohio 1989-1991
  • The Ohio State University Hospitals ENT Clinic, Columbus, Ohio, 1991
  • The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, Columbus, Ohio 1990
  • Columbus Speech & Hearing Center, 1990
  • Nationwide Children’s Hospital, 1990-1991

Licensure:

  • Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, License #80276
  • Board Certified by the American Board of Audiology
  • Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology (FAAA)
  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A), #01105840

Work:

  • Experience: Communicare ProRehab/RehabWorks, 1991-1997
  • Executive Director for Speech & Hearing Center of Ft. Walton Beach, 1997-2002
  • Southwestern Ear Nose & Throat Santa Fe, New Mexico 2002-2003
  • Las Cruces Hearing Center, Las Cruces, New Mexico 2003-2009
  • Livingston Audiology & Hearing Aid Centers, Las Cruces, New Mexico 2009-2013
  • Premier Hearing Center, Fort Worth, Texas 2013-2015
  • SoundWorks Hearing Center, Lake Worth, Texas 2015-present

Amber Pettigrew

Patient Care Coordinator

Amber Pettigrew, a Patient Care Coordinator, hails from Sheridan, Indiana, and now resides in Fort Worth, TX, where she moved with her husband and three children in 2013. She earned her CMA degree from Kaplan Community College in Indiana in 2004. Amber began her career in the hearing industry at the Lake Worth clinic in 2023. A pivotal phone call with Jack, the owner of SoundWorks, convinced her that this profession was her true calling. Amber finds great joy in getting to know patients and their families and is inspired by the transformations she witnesses when patients receive hearing help. She strives to exceed expectations, boost patient satisfaction, and maintain positive outcomes. Outside of work, Amber enjoys relaxing with a good book and spending time with her two grandbabies.

Always Friendly and helpful. On the rare occasion I’ve had an issue or problem they’ve been quick to find a solution and fix it.

Reviewer Profile Photo John Gantt, on Google

Dr. Kay and Amber are top tier! Both Dr. Kay and Amber were so kind and patient with my Mom that is 88. When we left the office with the hearing aid recommendations, I felt that we had new family friends. Thanks to Care Credit and Mom's good insurance, discussed...

Reviewer Profile Photo Carla Cartwright, on Google

Great patient, caring staff.

Reviewer Profile Photo Debbie Quinones, on Google

Dr Kay and Amber are very friendly and so helpful with any questions or concerns. We very much appreciate them both 💕

Reviewer Profile Photo Penny Taylor, on Google

Dr. Kay was very nice, professional and informative!

Reviewer Profile Photo Brandi Jaegerman, on Google

Super friendly audiologist...I highly recommend this business for your hearing needs.

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Reviewer Profile Photo Betty Eminger, on Google

First time going to an audiologist and the front receptionist Mrs. Amber was very patient and helpful. Give excellent customer service. The process was quick and easy to check in. I was introduced to Mrs. Lori and her assistant. The whole process went so smooth. They made me understand my...

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Timely appointment for check of hearing aids.

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Very professional. I would recommend you to anyone that needs hearing aids.

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Reviewer Profile Photo Jose Ayala, on Google

Dr. Kay and Amber wonderful from the first phone call to inquire about my upcoming appointment. I received a mailer and had no idea this office was so close to our home. I immediately set a time to come in for a quick both ear video examination. Things seemed good...

Reviewer Profile Photo Chad “Broken Death” Miller, on Google

Friendly, fast service, enjoyable visit. Great people

Reviewer Profile Photo Robert Bayliff, on Google

Receptionist was very nice. Dr was very personable and professional. She explained everything really well. Made sure all my questions were answered. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and I would highly recommend this place.

Reviewer Profile Photo John Bragg, on Google

Very well organized Friendly people and eager to help

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