Our Audiologists
Peter Marincovich, Ph.D., CCC-A
Owner, Director of Audiology Services
Giana Hatem, Au.D.
Clinical Audiologist
Giana Hatem is a Graduate Doctor of Audiology Student at The University of the Pacific. Giana is from the San Francisco Bay Area. She attended Cleveland State University for her bachelors degree in Speech and Hearing with a minor in political science. She is passionate about research because it would be a tool that is used in the future as she sees patients and fits them with hearing devices.
Casey J Smith
AuD Doctoral Student
Casey Smith is a Doctor of Audiology student at The University of the Pacific. She earned her B.S in Communication Sciences and Disorders from California State University, Sacramento. She holds an active California Hearing Aid Dispensing license. Casey is from Northern California and enjoys singing with local choirs and walks with her dog. She is passionate about providing professional and well-rounded care through multiple areas of audiology.
Our Clinical Staff
Lisa Dehner, CCMA-AC
Hearing Loss Support Specialist, Hearing Aid Dispenser
Lisa Dehner received her certification in Medical Assisting from Empire College in Santa Rosa, California in 2007 and maintains state certification (clinical and administrative). In 2010 she received her Hearing Aid Dispensing License from the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Hearing Aid Dispenser’s Board. She is also an active Hearing Loss Support Specialist certified by the Hearing Loss Association (HLAA). In addition, she is a current member of Hearing Healthcare Providers (HHP). Her professional interests include helping people reconnect with family and friends by obtaining maximum benefit from the latest hearing technology available and Interventional Audiology research.
Tina Afifi
Patient Care Coordinator, Hearing Loss Support Specialist, Hearing Aid Dispenser
Tina Afifi received her Hearing Aid Dispensing License in 2009 from the California Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Hearing Aid Dispenser’s Board. She is also an active Hearing Loss Support Specialist certified by the Hearing Loss Association (HLAA). In addition, she is a current member, in good standing, with Hearing Healthcare Providers (HHP)of California. Her professional interests focus on the newest hearing technology as well as vestibular testing which assist audiologist, physical therapist and physicians in the treatment of balance related issues.
Office Staff
Leticia
Front Desk Lead
Leticia has always had a passion for healthcare. Starting as a CNA in 2008, she worked at convalescent hospitals and studied to become a Medical Assistant. She joined Audiology Associates in 2022 while finishing her externship hours and never left! Currently she is our Front Desk Lead. Her favorite thing about working at Audiology Associates is interacting with patients.Having a grandfather with hearing difficulties has given her a huge perspective on the process our patients experience.
When not at work, you can find Leticia spending time with my three boys, husband and Dachshund, Spike! She also uses her spare time to go back to her childhood home and have family game nights with her sisters and cousins.
Xochil
Front Office
Xochil graduated early from high school in 2023, enabling her to promptly start her educational journey towards becoming a medical assistant. She devoted time to volunteering at Cesar Chavez Language Academy, an elementary school. Xochil’s aspiration to enter the medical field was fueled by her desire to help people and make a positive impact on their lives. In 2023, she joined Audiology Associates, marking her initiation into the medical profession—an experience she thoroughly enjoys. Xochil finds joy in engaging with patients, making a significant difference in their lives, and simplifying their healthcare experiences. Her decision to join Audiology has proven fulfilling as she values the compassionate and exceptional qualities of the team.
Armando
Front Office
Bio Coming Soon
Armando graduated from high school in 2018 and worked in construction for five years. In 2024, he began his medical assistant program. He started his externship at Audiology Associates in November.
Armando enjoys traveling to different cities, trying various foods, and engaging in diverse activities. He also loves playing soccer with his two younger brothers.
Monica
Referral Coordinator
Monica is a bubbly, positive, and an upbeat addition to the Audiology Associates team. A graduate of Empire College with a degree in medical assisting in 2018, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for improving hearing health. When not at work, Monica loves to adventure and hike with her dog, Rylee, and cherishes time spent with her family. She is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to every patient at Audiology Associates.
