Audiologists in Naples, FL

At Naples Audiology & Hearing Center, we’re committed to helping our patients restore their hearing and improve their quality of life. Armed with the latest hearing loss treatments, we’ll help you get back to doing what you love. Meet our team of highly qualified audiologists and hearing experts.

Christine Peacock, M.A., CCC-A

Audiologist/Owner

Christine is originally from the suburbs of Chicago. She attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and received her Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science. She then stayed at the university and completed her Master of Arts degree in Audiology in 2002.

Christine completed her clinical fellowship at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, IL. She headed back downstate and spent over 10 years in the Urbana-Champaign, IL, area and worked at Carle Clinic. While at Carle, she performed nearly all diagnostic and treatment aspects of audiology and worked in collaboration with the other audiologists and ear, nose, and throat physicians.

Christine also performed hearing testing for soldiers getting ready for combat. The combination of these experiences has given Christine a vast knowledge of not only audiology, but different patients’ backgrounds, needs, and lifestyles.

Christine is married with 2 children and their dog, Emmitt. Together with her family, she enjoys the many activities that sunny Naples has to offer. Her favorite sport is golf and she had the opportunity to play collegiate golf while attending the University of Illinois. Go Illini! She continues to be very close with her family and friends in her hometown in Illinois, so she tries to get back often to spend time with them.

Moving to Naples and Building the Practice

Christine moved to Naples, FL in 2014, and worked for another local private audiology practice. In August 2017 when Mr. Sinclair decided to retire from High Fidelity Hearing, she purchased the practice and transformed it into Naples Audiology & Hearing Center.

Christine looks forward to meeting people, developing relationships, and providing genuine patient care. She feels there needs to be a greater focus on hearing health care instead of hearing aid sales. When you visit her practice, you’ll receive comprehensive audiology services.

Brooke Knutson, Au.D., CCC-A

Doctor of Audiology

Dr. Brooke Knutson is originally from Vero Beach, FL. She attended Florida State University and double majored in Psychology and Communication Science and Disorders. She then attended the University of South Alabama where she completed her Doctor of Audiology degree in 2021.

Dr. Knutson completed her externship at an Ear, Nose, and Throat practice in Fort Myers, FL. She gained experience completing diagnostic hearing evaluations, vestibular assessments, hearing aid programming, as well as cochlear implant evaluations and programming. She is looking forward to continuing her passion for cochlear implants with Naples Audiology and Hearing Center.

Dr. Knutson is married to her high school sweetheart, Peter. They enjoy traveling and visited Greece for their honeymoon. They rescued their dog, Murphy, in 2017.

Dr. Knutson and her husband spend their free time visiting family in Vero Beach and taking in the Florida outdoors through hiking and mountain biking.

Sarah Groswald, Au.D., CCC-A

Doctor of Audiology

Dr. Sarah Groswald is thrilled to join the team at Naples Audiology & Hearing Center, where she is dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. Originally from Carmel, Indiana, Dr. Groswald earned both her Bachelor’s and Doctorate degrees from Indiana University in Bloomington. After completing her education, she gained valuable experience at RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago, where she honed her skills in audiology and developed a passion for improving the lives of her patients through evidence-based practices.

In January 2025, Dr. Groswald relocated to Florida with her fiancé, embracing the sunshine and vibrant community of Naples. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys staying active through fitness and pickleball, as well as spending quality time with her family.

Dr. Groswald is deeply committed to delivering the highest standard of care to her patients. She believes in building trusting relationships and tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Her dedication to excellence and compassionate care makes her a valued member of the Naples Audiology team.

Michelle Kimel, Au.D.

Doctor of Audiology

Dr. Michelle Kimel is originally from Toronto, Canada. She attended the University of Western Ontario, where she received both her Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Clinical Science in Audiology and graduated from A.T. Still University with her Doctorate in Audiology. Dr. Kimel practiced in Toronto for 7 years before relocating with her family to Naples in 2023.

With a warm, personalized approach, Dr. Kimel works with each patient to find solutions that fit their lifestyle and unique hearing needs. She has a passion for learning about new hearing aid technology and enjoys helping patients discover how these devices can improve their quality of life. As a firm believer in early intervention, Dr. Kimel is always available to discuss hearing health with anyone who may have questions about their hearing.

When she is not in the clinic, Dr. Kimel enjoys going to workout classes, trying new restaurants, and going on walks around beautiful Naples with her husband and son.

Megan Sandoval

Office Manager/Audiology Assistant

Megan is from Mishawaka, Indiana. She moved to Southwest Florida in 2014. Megan attended Indiana University South Bend and Ivy Tech Community College. She brings years of experience from the medical/healthcare field. 

Megan is the friendly voice you will hear when calling Naples Audiology & Hearing Center. Her caring personality and willingness to help our patients along with her work ethic make her an essential addition to our small practice. 

Megan is married to her husband, Danny and they adopted their dog, Daisy a few years ago. She enjoys having her family and friends from Indiana down to visit. Megan also enjoys going to Las Vegas where her and Danny were married in 2018.

Melissa Serrano

Audiology Assistant

Melissa is originally from Hoboken, NJ where she was born and raised. She moved to Naples in 2014. Melissa attended the Berdan Institute in Totowa, New Jersey, where she became a CNA. She is married and has 1 son, Zack.

Melissa enjoys spending time with her family from up north when she is able and also enjoys traveling, listening to music, going to the beach and checking out all the amazing restaurants around town. Melissa has been a big Disney fan since childhood also.

Melissa has a passion for helping people and has been doing so in the medical field for over 19 years.

Andy Schaps

Audiology Assistant

Andy was born and raised in Naples, FL. He has been an assistant audiologist for over 13 years. Andy is married to Kara, his wife of 20 years, and has 2 children (ages 16 and 17).

Andy enjoys watching sports, cooking, and listening to all kinds of music. Andy also loves to go to sporting events, comedy shows, and concerts. Andy is passionate about hearing healthcare and helping patients hear better.

Andy Scott

Patient Care Coordinator

Andy is originally from the south suburbs of Chicago where he was born and raised. He moved to Naples from Evergreen, CO in 2021. Andy attended Columbia College Chicago. He is married to his high school sweetheart, has a son and 2 crazy cats.

Andy enjoys fishing, going to the beach, photographing the people and wildlife of SW Florida and enjoys watching football and his beloved Chicago Bears. “Da Bears” Andy joins our team with 20 plus years of experience in customer service and looks forward to helping our patients with their hearing healthcare.