Physicians Hearing Center at ENTcare

Dr. Rikard earned her doctorate in Audiology from the University of Arizona, and she has been employed with ENTcare for the past 20 years.  As director of Physicians Hearing Center, she has led her team to be awarded one of the largest practice in the US for the past ten years by the American Hearing Aid Association.  Julie Ann believes in making a difference in people's lives through building relationships with each person and providing the highest level of care.  She does this by focusing on each person's individual needs.  Following a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Rikard personalizes a care plan to meet each individual's specific hearing healthcare requirements and lifestyle.

Dr. Brannan earned his degree in May of 2017 at the University of South Alabama.  Dr. Brannan was inspired to pursue a career in Audiology because of family members who have struggled with hearing impairment.  Rodney is uniquely equipped to understand what his patients are experiencing due to his own battle with hearing loss and hearing aids.  He damaged his hearing while on the firing range, serving with the National Guard.  Dr. Brannan believes that education leads to a person's success.  He spends extra time with each patient to make sure they understand the results of his evaluation and personalized care.  Dr. Brannan specializes in transitioning individuals from hearing loss to successful hearing aid users!

Dr. Ellis earned her degree from Auburn University in 2012.  She is our newest addition to the Physicians Hearing Center team.  She was born and raised in Troy, AL, and Physicians Hearing Center is excited to grow the practice with an audiologist who has a lot of experience and is thoroughly educated.  Dr. Ellis has eight years of clinical experience, including a background in an ENT setting and specialty work with Children's Hospital in Birmingham, AL.  As a new resident of the wiregrass area, she looks forward to serving the community by providing patients with the best hearing healthcare available.