Katie grew up in West Bend, Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison for her undergraduate degree and then earned her doctorate degree at Salus University (now part of Drexel University). 

Katie always wanted to work in healthcare, as she loves helping people. Audiology appealed to her partly because some of her family members have a hearing loss and partly because of her fear of blood—something she doesn’t have to worry about as an audiologist!  

A typical workday for Katie at Hearing Consultants includes diagnosing and treating hearing loss, performing vestibular testing, seeing cochlear implant patients, and helping patients with tinnitus. She thoroughly enjoys connecting with patients and improving their lives through better hearing. 

Outside of work, Katie loves biking, camping, and traveling. She also likes cooking, doing yoga, and playing with her kids.