Uthe Hearing Aid and Audiology Centers, LLC

Uthe Hearing Aid and Audiology Centers, LLC Dr. Leah Uthe is the owner and audiologist. She is a native Iowan, and has been serving the Des Moines area for over 10 years. Dr. Uthe is an Iowa native.

She received her B.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2009, and her Doctorate in Audiology in 2016 from the University of South Dakota. Dr. Uthe has experience with diagnostic hearing testing, hearing aids and protection, tinnitus, and aural rehabilitation services. She is an advocate for hearing health education, and enjoys participating in health fairs events in and round the Des Moines metro. Dr. Uthe is dedicated to serving her patients and the community, and is looking forward to serving the Helping U Hear family.

March 3rd marks World Hearing Day, serving as a pivotal call to action for hearing professionals to drive change, dispel...
03/04/2026

March 3rd marks World Hearing Day, serving as a pivotal call to action for hearing professionals to drive change, dispel stigma, and facilitate improved access to care for those in need.

Our Audiologists at Uthe Hearing are dedicated to addressing all your hearing healthcare needs. Call today! 515-264-8416

The International Hearing Society (IHS) in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes March 3 as World Hearing Day to raise awareness of hearing healthcare and erase the stigma of wearing hearing aids. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disor...

03/02/2026

Celebrate 5 years with us!! 🎉 We appreciate your loyalty and support throughout the years.

March Anniversary Giveaways:
⭐️ Enjoy a goodie bag at your appointment in the month of March (Des Moines location).

⭐️ Enter your name into the drawing for a Grand Gift Basket 🎁 packed with fun items and gift cards!

Follow the story of how tinnitus gave a 16-year old musician the power to truly understand music. She talks about her ba...
01/31/2026

Follow the story of how tinnitus gave a 16-year old musician the power to truly understand music. She talks about her battle with tinnitus and what it has taught her about positivity. 🎻🪉🪇🥁

It seems paradoxical that a hearing condition intended to work against me could give me the power to truly understand music, but this battle has taught me more about positivity and hope than any motivational speech could.

A newly published guide explains the normal hearing range Hz by age and how hearing shifts over time in ways most people...
01/30/2026

A newly published guide explains the normal hearing range Hz by age and how hearing shifts over time in ways most people don't expect. ‼️If you have concerns about your hearing, visit our online scheduler to book a hearing evaluation with our Audiologist.
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Ask An Audiologist has published a new guide explaining normal hearing range Hz by age, helping readers understand how hearing changes gradually...

Understand the benefits and drawbacks of smaller hearing aids.  Schedule your Initial Hearing Evaluation with Dr. Mary K...
01/23/2026

Understand the benefits and drawbacks of smaller hearing aids. Schedule your Initial Hearing Evaluation with Dr. Mary Konneker or Dr. Leah Uthe to see which model of aid is best suited for you. www.utheaudiology.com

Invisible hearing aids fit deep in the ear, making them very discreet. Learn about the pros and cons of invisible-in-the-canal hearing aids.

Whether you're creating music or just enjoying it as a fan, healthy hearing makes it a better experience.  Our Audiologi...
01/22/2026

Whether you're creating music or just enjoying it as a fan, healthy hearing makes it a better experience. Our Audiologists are Gold Circle Certified by SENSAPHONICS, the leader in custom-fit earphone and earplugs. Contact us today to learn how we can create custom plugs for you! www.utheaudiology.com www.sensaphonics.com

Protect your hearing at loud venues. Understand why you should use hearing protection during concerts, events, and celebrations.

Your hearing👂 deserves the same care and attention you're dedicating to your fitness 💪, nutrition 🥦, and overall well be...
01/21/2026

Your hearing👂 deserves the same care and attention you're dedicating to your fitness 💪, nutrition 🥦, and overall well being 🧘‍♀️. Schedule your annual hearing exam with our Audiologist today! www.utheaudiology.com

Despite decades of research showing the profound impact of hearing health on overall quality of life, most people won't consider their auditory system until problems become undeniable.

If you are taking any of these drugs and experience sudden hearing loss or imbalance, contact your primary care doctor i...
01/14/2026

If you are taking any of these drugs and experience sudden hearing loss or imbalance, contact your primary care doctor immediately. Then follow up with our Audiologist for a full hearing evaluation.

Hearing loss can be a side effect of ototoxic medication and drugs. Find out which drugs can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.

Treating hearing loss may do more then help you follow conversation -- it could help protect your life.  Schedule your h...
01/09/2026

Treating hearing loss may do more then help you follow conversation -- it could help protect your life. Schedule your hearing evaluation with our Audiologist today!
☎️515-264-8416
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Fall injuries have tripled over the last 30 years. Here's how addressing your hearing problems could help lower your risk.

A strong 2026 hearing resolution focuses on proactive care.  ✔️Get regular hearing tests✔️Reduce loud noise exposure wit...
01/07/2026

A strong 2026 hearing resolution focuses on proactive care.
✔️Get regular hearing tests
✔️Reduce loud noise exposure with hearing protection
✔️Explore treatment like hearing aids if needed
⬇️ Be mindful of activities that could be damaging to your hearing health.

Protecting hearing is important because it prevents permanent, irreversible damage that impacts overall health, communication abilities, and quality of life.

From everyone at Uthe Hearing Aid & Audiology, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.🎄⭐️
12/25/2025

From everyone at Uthe Hearing Aid & Audiology, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.🎄⭐️

🎄Please note our Holiday Hours and plan accordingly🎄Online scheduling is available 24/7 by visiting utheaudiology.comSta...
12/23/2025

🎄Please note our Holiday Hours and plan accordingly🎄
Online scheduling is available 24/7 by visiting utheaudiology.com
Stay safe as we head towards the final stretch of the holiday season! As always, we appreciate your support.

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3839 Merle Hay Road , Ste 200
Des Moines, IA
50310

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 3pm

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+15152782413

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Dr. Sandra Hobson has been severely hearing impaired since the age of two. This has fueled her passion to become not only an audiologist but an advocate for those with hearing loss throughout the United States and world. Working tirelessly to help people take control of their own lives and open up opportunities through sound, she has published articles, studied up to date materials and most importantly held conversations with her patients that have led her to become a leading professional in the audiology community. Presented at a National Conference on Viral Disease (MMR & Chicken Pox) and how they affect hearing.