Hearing Doctor in Fairbanks, AK
Better hearing and a better quality of life can be yours for many years with the help of the right hearing professional. At Aurora Audiology, we pride ourselves on developing long-term relationships with our patients. Relationships based on unsurpassed personal service that begins the first time you walk through our doors and continues long after your initial appointment.
Care You Can Trust
Understanding hearing loss and its treatment begins with education and compassion from providers who have your best interest in mind.
Board-Certified
Being board-certified represents a commitment to professional standards, ethical practices, and continued professional development.
Hometown Touch
Our team has been in the Fairbanks Community for many years and we are here to stay! Hearing loss is a journey, and we are here to guide you every step of the way!
Dr. Lily V. Hughes, Au.D.
Board-Certified Audiologist
Dr. Hughes is the owner of Aurora Audiology and the leader and sole audiologist. She has been practicing audiology since 2011 and is specialized in diagnosing, evaluating, and treating hearing disorders in adults and children. She was drawn to the field of communication disorders after her focus in neuroscience led to studying the specific functions of the inner ear hearing and balance organs.
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Dr. Hughes’ accomplishments include:
- Owner of Aurora Audiology, est. Sept 2020.
- Bachelor’s degree in Pre-Medical (Bio/Chem), University of Vermont.
- Doctorate in Audiology, West Virginia University.
- Board Certification from the American Board of Audiology.
- Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology.
- Professional member of the Academy of Doctors of Audiology.
- Professional member of the Cochlear Implant Alliance.
- Frequent speaking & teaching engagements.
Outside the field of audiology, Dr. Hughes enjoys many of the outdoor activities our beautiful State has to offer, including hunting, fishing, hiking, and backcountry skiing, as well as traveling, cooking, and adventuring with her golden retriever, Maggie. Originally from Vermont you will not find her without real maple syrup or Cabot cheddar cheese!
Debra "Debi" Brown
Audiology Assistant/Hearing Aid Dealer
Debi is audiology assistant to Dr. Hughes and is a licensed Hearing Aid Dealer in the State of Alaska. She specializes in hearing device troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and maintenance.
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Debi brings decades of experience working in various medical fields to Aurora Audiology. She moved to the Fairbanks community over 20 years ago when her husband was stationed on Eielson Airforce Base; they fell in love with Alaska and never left! In her spare time, she enjoys crocheting and gardening, and spending time with her family and pets. Her kindness, contagious laugh, and amazing attitude will be sure to put a smile on your face!
Alexis "Lexy" Hamman
Patient Care Cooridinator
Lexy is one of the patient care coordinators at Aurora Audiology, providing administrative patient-centered services with the biggest smile you’ve ever seen!
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Lexy brings home healthcare and customer service experience to Aurora Audiology. She holds an associates degree in applied sciences, and has recently graduated to a bachelor’s degree in general studies with a minor in American Sign Language.
She relocated from Springfield, Missouri to Fairbanks in December 2022 with her husband who is an active duty Army Medic. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, reading and spending time with her family and two huskies.
Kirian "Kiri" Schwab
Patient Care Coordinator
Kiri brings a variety of customer service and medically based office skills to Aurora Audiology as one of of our patient care coordinators. Her personality and attention to detail is unmatched!
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Kiri was born and raised in Alaska and enjoys all that our beautiful State has to offer including fishing, kayaking, hiking (especially during blueberry season), and skijoring with her Aussie pup in the winter. When not adventuring in the outdoors, she and her husband love spending time with family and working in their garden.