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.

For concerns regarding tinnitus, consult our Audiologist. To schedule an appointment, please call ☎️ 515-264-8416 or vis...
09/18/2025

For concerns regarding tinnitus, consult our Audiologist. To schedule an appointment, please call ☎️ 515-264-8416 or visit 🌐 https://www.utheaudiology.com/

For people with tinnitus, sound therapy can help retrain the brain to forget about the unwanted sound. Learn how sound therapy can help relieve tinnitus symptoms.

09/15/2025

Are you a musician or enjoy watching live music? These ER Musician Earplugs from are for you! Filter sizes vary based on your needs and are easy to change. Schedule an appointment to discuss hearing protection that allows you to still enjoy your music.
Schedule online at www.utheaudiology.com or call 515-278-2413.

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.

Age-related hearing loss has been linked to cognitive decline for years. But this new data reinforces the importance of ...
09/12/2025

Age-related hearing loss has been linked to cognitive decline for years. But this new data reinforces the importance of treating it proactively. ⬇️

A long-term study shows hearing aid use may cut dementia risk by over 60%.

A baseline hearing test is a great reference point for future hearing tests to determine changes over time. This is espe...
09/10/2025

A baseline hearing test is a great reference point for future hearing tests to determine changes over time. This is especially important to monitor for those diagnosed with diabetes.

Schedule your baseline test today!

Because the very small blood vessels in the inner ear can be narrowed by the presence of an increase in blood glucose, the function of the inner ear hair cells can be affected. The first symptom might be tinnitus or an inability to hear words clearly.

Understanding how people feel about hearing loss is key to improving care. We are here to support adults with hearing lo...
09/04/2025

Understanding how people feel about hearing loss is key to improving care. We are here to support adults with hearing loss and their families.
☎️Call to schedule a hearing evaluation for yourself or a loved one 515-264-8416.

Doctors say choosing to hide their hearing loss can make things worse.

We hope you have an enjoyable and  relaxing Labor Day 🇺🇲. Offices will be back open on Tuesday, September 2nd. We look f...
09/01/2025

We hope you have an enjoyable and relaxing Labor Day 🇺🇲.
Offices will be back open on Tuesday, September 2nd. We look forward to seeing you then!

How loud is too loud?
08/22/2025

How loud is too loud?

Over a billion young people are at risk of hearing loss in part due to headphone use. Audiologists weigh in on the risk, and how to protect your ears.

Disposable earplugs can be bought at the store, but custom ear plugs give the best fit. 💢Did you know you can order cust...
08/19/2025

Disposable earplugs can be bought at the store, but custom ear plugs give the best fit. 💢Did you know you can order custom hearing protection from our office? Call or message today!
☎️ 515-264-8416
🌐 https://www.utheaudiology.com/

Everything you need to know about wearing earplugs to prevent noise-induced hearing loss. They can be storebought or customized to your ears using earmolds.

Schedule a hearing test with our Audiologist to detect early signs of hearing damage. By getting your hearing tested, yo...
08/07/2025

Schedule a hearing test with our Audiologist to detect early signs of hearing damage.
By getting your hearing tested, you can track changes with your hearing over time. This goes for men or women both‼️
🌐 https://www.utheaudiology.com/
☎️ 515-278-2413

A recent study has confirmed what we always knew: Men don’t listen in the same way women do—but not for the reasons many of us think.

Good communication requires everyone's participation. ☑️Share this list of do's and don'ts with friends, colleagues, co-...
08/06/2025

Good communication requires everyone's participation. ☑️Share this list of do's and don'ts with friends, colleagues, co-workers and other communication partners.

Discover essential do's and don'ts for hearing loss communication to improve your conversations in any setting.

Did you know you can and should wear your hearing aids while exercising? Here's why... ⬇️
08/05/2025

Did you know you can and should wear your hearing aids while exercising? Here's why... ⬇️

Tips and tricks for exercising and working out while wearing your hearing aids. Don't let hearing loss get in the way of fitness.

Address

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

Telephone

+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.