RK Audiology - Westlake

Victoria Villareal, AuD, is an audiologist and certified Lyric hearing provider trained to fit hearing aid technology, perform comprehensive hearing evaluations, and conduct a wide range of audiology services in Austin, TX.

Dr. Villarreal received her Doctorate of Audiology and Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders (with a minor in Theatre and Dance) from The University of Texas at Austin, graduating with the highest honors.

Dr. Villarreal (Dr. V) has also been a University Lecturer at The University of Texas at Austin, teaching Amplifying Systems in Aural Rehab to Audiology Doctoral students.

She is highly skilled and knowledgeable in the fitting, programming, and servicing of the latest hearing technology, including Lyric Hearing technology.

Originally from Burnet, TX, Dr. V has enjoyed making Austin her home. She enjoys taking ballet classes and listening to live music around the Austin area with her husband in her free time.

Paula Rivers, Au.D. is an audiologist, founder and co-owner of RK Audiology providing hearing aids, hearing tests, and various audiology services in Austin, TX.

Paula Rivers is the founder, audiologist, and co-owner of RK Audiology. She grew up in Mineral Wells, TX, shooting guns, riding motorcycles, operating heavy equipment, and listening to loud music. This early noise exposure was all without protecting her ears, giving an extra appreciation for the importance of wearing hearing protection.

Paula received her Bachelor of Science in Communication and Human Relations, with a minor in Radio/Television/Film from Texas Christian University, and graduated cum laude. Paula earned a second Bachelor of Science degree, this time in speech-language pathology from Texas Woman’s University and her Master of Science in Audiology from the University of North Texas.

At RK, Paula manages the audiology team and travels between locations to support and educate staff on office protocols and the every-changing landscape of hearing aid technology options.

Paula is also a University Lecturer, currently teaching Amplifying Systems in Aural Rehab to Audiology Doctoral students at The University of Texas at Austin.

Paula has a fascination with the anatomy and physiology of the ear and is an early adopter of the latest technology. Paula has expertise in customized hearing technology and made-for-smartphone options.

When not at RK, Paula may be found playing with her pup, strumming her ukulele or guitar, riding her bike, and finding the sunshine.

Janet Krueger, Au.D. is an audiologist, founder and co-owner of RK Audiology providing hearing aids, hearing tests, and various audiology services in Austin, TX.

Janet is a native Texan, founder, Audiologist, and co-owner of RK Audiology in Austin, Texas. Her role with RK includes marketing, front office, admin, HR, bookkeeping, and other hats, depending on the day. As a local business owner & entrepreneur, Janet is passionate about legacy preservation and keeping independent, local businesses independent.

She received her Bachelor of Science from Baylor University and a Master of Arts in Audiology from the University of Texas at Austin and has previously worked with hearing instrument manufacturers in training, business development, research, and software testing.

Janet loves living in Austin — a beautiful, eclectic, music-loving city with a small-town community heart and soul. She currently is the President of the Austin Local Business Alliance (ALBA) and is a Board Member and Director of Website Management for the Texas Academy of Audiology (TAA). She is an alumna of the Leadership Austin, Experience Austin Program.