The professional staff at Audioscope has extensive experience in working with infants and young children, and understands the medical, social, educational and familial issues that arise with this special population. You will find our facility is well equipped with toys, furniture and special testing equipment for this age group. The adult population will find our office comfortable with a full-time, friendly and helpful office staff. The combination of state-of-the-art facility, professional experience and personal attention assure each patient is receiving the best possible care.

Gayle E. Hicks, Ph.D., CCC-A

Dr. Hicks is the founder and President of Audioscope Audiology Group, APC. She has served the medical community of San Diego since 1977 and earned her doctorate in Audiology from U.C. Santa Barbara in 1990. Her specialty training beyond traditional audiology includes utilizing objective physiological techniques to diagnose hearing disorders in young children and adults. She lectures throughout the country and is considered an expert in her field. Dr. Hicks believes the focus of Audioscope is to provide education and state-of-the-art service in a caring environment. The ultimate goal is for the patient to achieve improved quality of life through better hearing.

Maureen J. Wiskerchen, M.A., CCC-A

Ms. Wiskerchen has been a member of the professional staff since 1990. She completed her Masters Degree in Audiology from George Washington University in 1983, and has advanced skills in ABR and ENG testing as well as traditional audiology and hearing aid fitting. In addition to her invaluable role at Audioscope she is an examiner for the Hearing Aid Dispensers Bureau of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. A native of San Diego County, Ms. Wiskerchen also enjoys outdoor adventures with her family.

Marsha Knox

Ms. Knox, our office manager, is also a longtime member of our staff. Her genuine concern for our patients and referring physicians continues to promote Audioscope as a leading provider of audiological services. She has exceptional organizational skills that make scheduling and insurance billing a seamless process.

Michele Nation

Ms. Nation is a helpful member of our billing team and is always available to assist patients with any questions or concerns regarding their account.

Catherine Johnston

Ms. Johnston is our friendly front-office receptionist who takes phone calls, answer questions and schedule appointments.

Together we form a cohesive team of professionals who consider excellence in our work as the standard of care.