Premiere Speech and Hearing

03/13/2026

Dunkin and SLPs for the win!

A simple coffee order may seem small—but for someone living with aphasia, it can be a huge milestone. ❤️

A recent story shared how a stroke survivor with aphasia practiced saying his favorite order at Dunkin’ during speech therapy until he could say it independently. What seems like a routine moment is actually the result of determination, therapy, and rebuilding communication pathways. 

At our practice, speech-language pathologists work every day to help individuals with aphasia regain their voices—one word, one phrase, and sometimes one coffee order at a time. ☕

“I’m going up,” Rich said. “It’s only going up!”

02/25/2026

Premiere Speech and Hearing is seeking a passionate, dedicated Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our growing private practice team. We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based services in a supportive, family-centered environment. Contact Kelly at kelly@premierespeechhearing.com

02/11/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring: Clinical Audiologist & Leader 🌟

Premiere Speech and Hearing is growing! We’re looking for a motivated Clinical Audiologist to join our team and take on a leadership role in our Collegeville office.

This unique opportunity combines hands-on patient care with clinic management in a supportive, multispecialty practice that offers both audiology and speech-language services. You’ll work with patients of all ages and collaborate with a dedicated team focused on improving communication, wellness, and quality of life.

💼 What You’ll Do:
🔹 Lead audiology services in the Collegeville office
🔹 Provide diagnostic testing & amplification for children and adults
🔹 Manage and grow clinic operations alongside a supportive team
🔹 Participate in outreach, education, and collaborative care

✨ Why Join Us?

Independently owned, team-oriented practice

Flexible part-time hours (with potential to grow into full-time)

Opportunity to make a difference across the lifespan — infants to seniors

A role where your leadership and clinical expertise truly matter

📍 Location: Collegeville, PA

📅 Start Date: February 2026

If you’re a self-directed professional looking to combine audiology excellence with leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

📞 To Apply or Learn More:
Contact Kelly at 610-454-1177
Kelly@premierespeechhearing.com
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=03972b3e55b4cad5

02/06/2026

For this upcoming Valentine’s Day, our hearts are full. 💖
To our current and past patients—thank you for trusting us with your care and for taking the time to share such kind reviews. Your words mean more to our team than you know and remind us why we love what we do every single day.
We’re so grateful to be part of this amazing community. 💌

01/07/2026

“I saw hearing aids on the shelf at the pharmacy… is that an option for me?”

We get this question more than you’d think.

🦻In our clinical experience, many patients come into our clinic genuinely curious about over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices…and for good reason. Increased access to hearing care is a positive step.

Here’s our expert take: OTC hearing aids are designed for adults over 18 with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. For some people, they can be an appropriate starting point.

That said, they aren’t always the best solution.

OTC devices are self-fitting, which means there’s a lot of guessing involved…
👂 Guessing about the type of hearing loss
💻 Guessing about the correct settings
🩺 Guessing whether something more medically treatable is being missed

And when we guess, hearing outcomes often fall short of what’s possible.

🔍 Our role is to help you understand why you’re having difficulty hearing and guide you toward the solution that truly fits your ears, your lifestyle, and your goals, whether that includes OTC devices or something else.

If you’re wondering where to begin on your hearing journey, please contact us. We’re here to walk alongside you and help you make confident, informed decisions about your hearing. 👂

01/06/2026

✨ An Exciting New Chapter at Premiere Speech and Hearing ✨

As we head into the new year, we’re sharing some exciting news! After years of dedication, leadership, and heart, Debbie, the owner of Premiere Speech and Hearing, is officially handing the torch to Kelly Shultz, who will be stepping into the role of new owner. 💙

Kelly has been a speech-language pathologist at Premiere Speech and Hearing for the past three years, serving our patients and families with compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to our community. We’re thrilled to see her step into this new leadership role.

While this marks a transition in our practice we want to reassure our hearing patients—Debbie is not going anywhere! Debbie will continue to see patients as an audiologist in the Collegeville office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensuring continuity of care for those who know and trust her. In addition, she will be focusing on expanding Premiere’s Tinnitus and Misophonia Program, an area of special interest in which she holds advanced certification and expertise. This transition allows Debbie to continue doing what she loves most—providing specialized audiology care—while also growing services that support patients with complex hearing and sound-sensitivity needs.

We are incredibly grateful for the foundation Debbie has built and the legacy of excellence she leaves as owner. With Kelly’s vision—rooted in years of hands-on care at Premiere—we’re excited for the future while staying true to the values you know and trust.

Here’s to honoring the past and embracing the future together! 🎉

01/06/2026

One of the very first things we hear from patients with mild hearing loss isn’t usually, “I can’t hear anything.”

It’s this:
👉 “I feel like I’m missing the little things.” Or, "It sounds like people are mumbling."

Just last week, a patient shared a story with us. During a holiday family gathering, his one-year-old grandchild said “Papa!” for the VERY FIRST TIME.

Everyone heard it… except Papa. 💔

These aren’t loud moments.
But they’re big ones.

This is the reason most of our patients schedule their first hearing test.

If something feels “off,” or you’ve noticed those little misses starting to add up, we’re here, always ready to listen. 👂

01/05/2026

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉

Here’s to 2026. Fresh starts, new goals, and maybe even… new sound for YOU. ✨

This time of year naturally makes us think about what we want more of…

Have you considered being more socially engaged this year?

If better hearing is on your list (whether it’s been a whisper or a loud nudge from your loved one), we’re here to help you make it happen in a way that feels comfortable, supportive, and doable.

01/02/2026

✨An Exciting New Chapter at Premiere Speech and Hearing ✨

As we head into the new year, we’re sharing some exciting news! After years of dedication, leadership, and heart, Debbie Lombardi, the owner of Premiere Speech and Hearing, is officially handing the torch to Kelly Shultz, who will be stepping into the role of new owner.

Kelly has been a speech-language pathologist at Premiere Speech and Hearing for the past three years, serving our patients and families with compassion, expertise, and a deep commitment to our community. We’re thrilled to see her step into this new leadership role.

We want to reassure our hearing patients — Debbie is not going anywhere! Debbie will continue to see patients as an audiologist in the Collegeville office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensuring continuity of care for those who know and trust her. In addition to hearing testing and hearing aid services, she will be focusing on expanding our Tinnitus and Misophonia treatment program, an area of special interest in which she holds an advanced certification and expertise. This transition allows Debbie to continue doing what she loves most — providing specialized audiology care—while also growing services that support patients with complex hearing and sound-sensitivity needs.

We are incredibly grateful for the foundation Debbie has built and the legacy of excellence she leaves as owner. With Kelly’s vision—rooted in years of hands-on care at Premiere—we’re excited for the future while staying true to the values you know and trust.

Here’s to honoring the past and embracing the future together!

12/30/2025

✨ Meet Nicole Griffin, Audiologist. This month, we asked the team a few holiday-themed questions to get in the spirit. Here’s what Nicole had to say:

🎥 Favorite holiday movie: The Holiday
🍪 Favorite seasonal treat: Spritz cookies
🎄 Real or artificial tree? Real
🔔 Favorite sound of the season: Jingle Bells

We love learning what makes each team member’s holidays special…and we’re so grateful for all they do to help our patients! ✨

What is your favorite sound of the season!? Please share in the comments!

12/30/2025

I came across an article last month about NYC Ballet’s Sara Mearns becoming a new global ambassador for Phonak (a trusted hearing aid brand)… and I loved it. Not just because she’s incredibly talented, but because she’s openly sharing her hearing journey in a world where clarity truly matters.

Just like Sara, so many people discover that hearing technology doesn’t hold them back, it helps them live more confidently, fully, and joyfully.

If you’ve been wondering what better hearing could bring back into your life, let’s talk. I’m always here to help you hear your world a little clearer. ✨

12/29/2025

✨ Meet Debbie Lombardi, AuD/SLP. This month, we asked the team a few holiday-themed questions to get in the spirit. Here’s what Debbie had to say:

🎥 Favorite holiday movie: It's A Wonderful Life
🍪 Favorite seasonal treat: My grandmother's soft sugar cookies
🎄 Real or artificial tree? Would love a real tree, but allergies...so it is artificial.
🔔 Favorite sound of the season: Christmas Hymns

We love learning what makes each team member’s holidays special! ✨

What is your favorite sound of the season!? Please share in the comments!