Kayla Patire was born with genetic hearing loss and fit with bilateral hearing aids at age three, and her audiologist inspired her to help other children and their families with diagnostics, amplification and counseling. Her favorite part of being a pediatric audiologist is forming connections with patients that she hopes with bolster them with confidence and understanding that their hearing loss will not hold them back from achieving their dreams.
Kayla earned her Doctor of Audiology and Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Bloomsburg University. While at Bloomsburg University, she established the school’s first cochlear implant rehabilitation program. She completed her externship at Fort Worth ENT and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology
Kayla believes her personal experience with hearing loss can make families more comfortable relying on her expertise and advice. Outside of work, she loves to crochet (including stuffed animals for patients), reading and spending time with her husband Jake), her dog Rocket and her cat Goose.
Specialties
- Pediatric Audiology
- Pediatric Hearing Aids/BAHAs
- Cochlear Implants
Undergraduate Degree
- Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Bloomsburg University
Medical Degree(s)
- Doctorate of Audiology degree from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Certifications & Affiliations
- Holds Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association
