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Staff
Professional Speech & Hearing
Specialists Team

Tabatha McCallum,
AuD, CCC-A
Audiologist
Tabatha McCallum is a licensed audiologist who earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida and a doctorate in audiology from the University of South Florida. She holds a certificate of clinical competence in audiology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association and joined our practice in 2010. Dr. McCallum specializes in diagnosing hearing disorders as well as tinnitus masking device programming.

Kathryn Rehse,
AuD
Audiologist
Kathryn Rehse received her Master's of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Doctorate in Audiology from the A.T. Still University, Arizona School of Health Sciences, Mesa, AZ and has worked as a certified and state-licensed audiologist since 1988. She has an extensive background in diagnostic audiology, hearing aids and amplification accessories, vestibular disorders and tinnitus.

Lindsey Lagalante,
AuD
Audiologist
Lindsey Lagalante graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Communication Science and Disorders.
In May of 2021 she first joined Professional Speech and Hearing Specialists as a 4th year student clinician. The following year in May 2022, her doctorate of Audiology from East Carolina University was conferred and in July 2022 Dr. Lagalante joined the professional team of Professional Speech and Hearing Specialists. She has extensive hearing health experience in both adult and pediatric populations, diagnostic hearing evaluations, hearing aid selection, fitting and programming, aural rehabilitation and counseling of her patients and family members regarding communication strategies.
When attending FSU, she discovered her passion for Audiology while volunteering, where she was instrumental in providing hearing resources and technology to those with limited access to health care abroad. Improving and maintaining her patients quality of life through her passion for Audiology, is her daily goal.
Dr. Lagalante enjoys spending time with her family and three cats, crafting, and exploring all that Central Florida has to offer.
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Reviews
Healthy Hearing posts all positive and negative reviews that meet publishing criteria.Read 97 verified patient reviews for Professional Speech & Hearing! Their average review score is 4.87 () from 97 reviews.
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“Without a doubt, the best professional practice I can imagine. Absolutely convenient location, beautiful and comfortable office suite, extremely qualified personnel, everyone is welcoming and extremely interested in the patient/client. We would never consider using another speech & hearing practice. ”
11/14/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/16/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate it when people let us know how we did. ”
“Trust PS&H. All staff have gone out of their way to be helpful. Every aspect has made me feel confident with my care. Wearing hearing aides has been a huge success because of Kathy, Dawn, and every person I’ve dealt with. Thank You! ”
11/09/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/13/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“Thank you for helping me to hear again! Always so professional. ”
11/09/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/13/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“Great experience at the new office and location! And then from the front office (Dawn) to my audiologist (Dr. Tabatha), I've had nothing but very professional and thorough treatment. I highly recommend Professional Speech and Hearing.”
11/08/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/09/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We strive to be able to help all our patients as efficiently as possible!! ”
“The first contact with Professional Speech and Hearing is Dawn; she has a wonderful phone presence, as well as being professional she is always kind and pleasant in person. All the audiologists are excellent. They are knowledgeable about all the hearing aids that they would recommend; they are patient with the patients; and know how to tweak the hearing aids to improve tge user’s experience. We would not want to go anywhere else for our audiological evaluations or our hearing aids. ”
11/06/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“We are so thrilled to have given you the experience we strive to provide for all our patients! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review and we look forward to working with you again!”
“Have been going there for 7 years and always happy with the treatment and professionalism. Tabatha is a pleasure to deal with and very knowledgeable in her work.”
11/01/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate it when people let us know how we did. ”
“I just saw Dr. Rehse and she is great. She helped me with the new app for my i-phone so now everything is connected and I can hear so much better. I definitely recommend Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists if you think you have hearing loss, or want to find out if you do have hearing loss. You can't go wrong with this practice.”
10/30/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“Very professional and friendly. Tabitha was thorough and informative .”
10/16/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“We are so thrilled to have given you the experience we strive to provide for all our patients! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review and we look forward to working with you again”
“I see Kathryn who’s very professional and kind. She goes way and beyond to make sure you are happy and everything is perfect. ”
10/16/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“I have had a hearing test done like they did before. They or the best.”
09/27/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your review. We love hearing things like this about our practice!”
“Thank you for helping me be able to hear with my hearing aids ”
09/22/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate it when people let us know how we did. ”
“Dr. Tabatha was friendly, patient and professional. My husband and I went together. The changes she discovered since our last hearing test 7 years ago were very interesting. Her recommendations for treatment were explained in detail, so we felt confident selecting the best option for each of us. Thank you Dr. Tabatha!”
09/21/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for this great review, we appreciate you! It has been our pleasure to help you hear better and get to know you. We are thrilled that you are happy with your new hearing aids! ”
“I saw Dr. Kathryn for the first time. She was very pleasant and helpful. I always saw Pat Taft, but she is enjoying her retirement!”
09/21/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“We are so thrilled to have given you the experience we strive to provide for all our patients! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review and we look forward to working with you again! ”
“Kathryn is super! Easy to work with, knowledgeable, professional.”
09/20/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We strive to be able to help all our patients as efficiently as possible!! ”
“Dr Kathy is the best. Very thorough and professional. I was well taken care of. Thanks!”
09/11/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“Kathryn is the best. Very thorough answered all our questions. So happy we chose Professional Hearing Associates”
08/17/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/08/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for the kind words. It is great to hear that you were so pleased with your visit! That is exactly what we strive for! ”
“Pat Taft and Dawn are always very professional, kind and helpful. They find and solve any issues and get me ready for hearing life! They always make my visit positive. ”
07/12/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/20/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for.”
“I am new to having a hearing problem and this was my third hearing test and appointment in a month. Terrible experience at the first and just ok at the second. My daughter is an audiologist for children and insisted I come to this practice for clarity. Dr. Rehse was wonderful! Very thorough and informative. Highly recommend as she clearly outlined my problem with a definite path to treatment. The other practices I went to should be ashamed. Only interested in profit.”
07/12/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/20/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice.”
“Always very nice making sure all your needs are met”
07/11/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/20/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for giving us a perfect rating. I'll be sure to share it with the team. Take care!”
“I always have the best results with my hearing issues. They are the very best.”
07/11/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/20/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate when people let us know how we did.”
“My visit was extremely good. Pat is very professional and does her job very well. Thank you for everything!”
07/10/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/20/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your review. We love hearing things like this about our practice!”
“They are never too busy to talk to you. Last week I had problems with my new hearing aids. I called them up. They gave me an appointment for that day. I went to the office and within 10 minutes they had not only eliminated the problem but showed me how I could do it if it occurred. The icon that I was using had problems so they deleted it and reinstalled it and it was very easy even for a person like me. This was my second pair of hearing aids from them. I would never even think of going to anyone else. ”
07/05/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for.”
“Everyone was very friendly and helpful from the minute I walked in the office. My needs were met far beyond what I expected. I can hear so much better than I have for the last 2 years. I even have had to turn down the volume on the TV Bluetooth and I could hear for the first time directly from my phone at the gym. I have had to use another device with my phone at the gym for over 2 years. I am delighted with Kathy and Patricia at Professional Speech & Hearing. Everything was explained to me and they took extra time to make sure all my questions were answered. I can’t say enough about how great my experience was. I wish I had found them several years ago.”
07/05/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice.”
“Very friendly staff. My appointment was very informative my hearing & hearing aides and usage of the Oticon app.”
06/23/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate when people let us know how we did.”
“Great experience from start to finish Mrs. Rehse was great made it easy very thorough and explained the whole process answered all our questions. From the moment we walked in to exiting. We’ll done!”
06/21/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your review. We love hearing things like this about our practice!”
“For more than 12 years I’ve received extraordinary, professional, personalized care from Pat Taft and staff. I have referred family and friends, who have also been highly satisfied with their care.”
06/20/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice.”
“My experience was great. Dr. Rehse was great and the results from her work were also great. I will definitely be back. ”
06/16/2023 Review submitted online
Received 07/07/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for.”
“A few years ago, Professional Speech and Hearing was recommended to me by a friend. I have been happy with all aspects of the "journey" and definitely recommend them.”
06/14/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/16/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Glad you had a good experience! We strive to give our patients refferal worthy service. ”
“As a client for 7 years I have always received top rated service. ”
06/12/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/15/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your kind words, we look forward to seeing you again.”
“Cheerful reception. Immediately taken care of. My exam was thorough and I was satisfied with explanation of further hearing tests. ”
06/05/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/15/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Glad you were satisfied with your appointment, thank you for 5 stars!”
“I've been seeing Tabatha for 5 years now. She has greatly improved my life by helping me finally hear well. I upgraded to better hearing aids, and she adjusted them perfectly for my needs. The whole team is always so professional and friendly. I actually look forward to my appointments. I have no reservations about recommending them. Truly 5 stars.”
06/02/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/05/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“My husband and I selected Professional Speech & Hearing through an internet search. We were not referred by anyone. We have lived in Inverness less than two years. We made the trip to Ocala (the drive took nearly an hour) hoping we wouldn't be disappointed and we were not. We were greeted by Receptionist, Dawn, who was very welcoming. We were seen by Dr. Kathryn Rehse who was also welcoming, kind, clear in instructions regarding testing, and professional in interactions. After our testing, which we found to be comprehensive, Kathryn provided a review of the ear's anatomy and function and clearly explained our hearing limitations. It was nice to go in as a couple and to be counseled regarding our hearing as a couple (as we all know hearing limitations affect not only the client but his/her spouse/family/friends). Kathryn outfitted us with some pre-programmed digital hearing aids for the sake of discussion and our consideration. She explained the price range and options. There was no pressure to purchase hearing aids. We will consider this option. We have up to six months to make the decision using the same testing. We plan to decide within the week. Thanks Professional Speech & Hearing:)”
06/01/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/01/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for.”
“My experience at professional speech and hearing was extremely satisfactory. My goal was achieved, my questions were answered and the price of the visit was affordable!”
05/30/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/01/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you so much for your kind words, we strive to give our patients the best service possible!”
“Great service the best”
05/25/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/01/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your 5 star review! Will pass this on to the office. ”
“Pat Taft is just wonderful to work with. She seems very professional and obviously knows her craft. I was referred to her by a friend who feels the same.”
05/25/2023 Review submitted online
Received 06/01/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“It had been 20+ years since I sought help for my hearing issues. I had had hearing aids before, but probably wore them only a dozen times as they were uncomfortable and I still had difficulty hearing in many situations. Since I was becoming increasingly uncomfortable with not being able to hear well, I sought help. My journey took me to Professional Speech & Hearing and Pat Taft. Pat was able to assess the myriad of issues I had and she patiently and professionally helped me through all of them. She has opened a world of hearing for me and I am more active and involved in social settings. I am beyond grateful. Additionally, all of the staff at Professional Speech & Hearing are always polite, respectful and professional. ”
05/22/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/24/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate when people let us know how we did.”
“Alway smiles and ready to help with anything! ”
05/18/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/24/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“Staff are competent and professional, always. They know their jobs and care patients get the best, most advanced treatment. ”
05/17/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/24/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for giving us a perfect rating. I'll be sure to share it with the team. Take care!”
“Everyone here is very professional and attentive. Tabatha, Kathryn and Dawn are fabulous. I am waiting for my hearing aid modifications to see if my hearing improves. So far the suggestions have been helpful.”
04/28/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“Dr. Tabatha McCallum has helped me hear better since 2014. She was able to reprogram my existing hearing aid that I purchased up north for several years before my needs exceeded its maximum capabilities. She recommended newer technology hearing aids for both ears in 2020, and the hearing improvement is incredible. What a difference! Being able to hear better is so important. The entire staff is professional, friendly and caring. I recommended this office to a friend recently with hearing and tinnitus issues, and she's hearing so much better now. I'm very pleased with the service and the product. ”
04/25/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“I purchased my hearing aids from Tabatha McCallum nearly four years ago. She has given me some of the best service anyone could expect. I highly recommend her as well as Professional Speech & Hearing.”
04/22/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“Very friendly and informative visit. Took time to explain results and answered questions. ”
04/20/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for giving us a perfect rating. I'll be sure to share it with the team. Take care! ”
“I have been going there for quite a while and have enjoyed working with Tabitha. She is thorough and also explains what she is doing. ”
04/13/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really do try to offer referral worthy service, we look forward to seeing you again. ”
“Great service at an affordable price. I will definitely return”
04/10/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for 5 stars, we will share this with the team ”
“I have been going to Professional Speech for 6 years since I moved here from up north. First I had Danielle a very sweet and caring young woman. When she left I have been going to Kathryn. Very caring also and will go out of her way to help you in any way she can. Very professional and compassionate people work there. Always willing to help you. ”
04/10/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“My daughter had a great experience here. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful. They were understanding of her difficulty to partake in the hearing test(s) due to her only being 2 years old. They took their time with her and explained everything in detail. ”
04/06/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your review. We love hearing things like this about our practice! ”
“Tabatha is excellent. She goes over and above to help and listen to my hearing needs. She’s also very knowledgeable and patient with me as I try to understand how to get the most out of my hearing aids. I’ve been to Gainesville to see what they can do to help me hear better but I do not have that strong connection with them as I do working with Tabatha. She is the Best!”
03/30/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“Dr. McCallum has gone above and beyond for me as a patient. She was my mother’s audiologist and she loved her. After she passed away and I needed a doctor, going to her was a no brainer. I have never been disappointed and she has been very patient with me as I deal with the challenge of hearing loss and getting used to wearing hearing aids. Dawn, her office staff, is most pleasant and helpful. I highly recommend her.”
03/21/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really do try to offer referral worthy service, we look forward to seeing you again. ”
“I have been a patient since I realized I needed hearing aids. I have always received wonderful care. My audiologist, Patricia Taft, is knowledgeable and takes the time to ensure my hearing aids are adjusted correctly. I highly recommend this practice to my friends.”
03/17/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate when people let us know how we did. ”
“I am so glad I went there. Realizing I had a hearing problem . I was unsure of the process. I called them and they gave me an appointment. I met with Dr Rehse she gave me a very through hearing test, explained what was going to happen in each section. when the test was over, she explained the results. I explained my budget and what I wanted in a hearing aid. She made everything come together The whole process was seamless. She is wonderful to work with and has continue to help me. Everyone in the office makes you feel at home. I am very pleased with this practice and will continue to utilize them.”
03/16/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“All very nice and friendly. ”
03/15/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for 5 stars, we will share this with the team ”
“I could not possibly ask for nor expect more than Dr. Rehse delivers, because she is the perfect practitioner, in my opinion! Thoroughly professional yet incredibly kind and caring is an apt description, and I know I have found the very best person to take care of my hearing needs. She is totally non-judge mental about the mistakes I made through ignorance before I found her, and she continues to give me everything I need any time I ask. She has a client for life. When you need the very best, she is right here. ”
03/09/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really do try to offer referral worthy service, we look forward to seeing you again. ”
“I had a good visit today with Kathy. She was kind, understanding, and thorough.”
03/06/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for the 5 star review, we strive to give every patient the experience they wish to have!”
“Excellent experience. We are here from Maine and they were able to accommodate us ASAP. Great people to deal with.”
03/04/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for the 5 star review, will share this with the practice!”
“Excellent,patient, took exceptional time with me to make sure I was comfortable and able to follow through with all the tests ”
03/02/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your positive comments. I am so glad you had such a great experience. It is what we strive for. ”
“I have been a client of Professional Speech and Hearing for many years. The last several years, Pat Taft has been my audiologist. She is such a wonderful person- as someone already mentioned she is caring, competent and compassionate. I always look forward to my appointments with her. ”
02/24/2023 Review submitted online
Received 11/06/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really do try to offer referral worthy service, we look forward to seeing you again. ”
“Pat Taft is calm, competent, compassionate, compelling, committed, (I’ve run out of “c” words) and they’re all true. She and her colleagues are the greatest. ”
02/23/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for 5 stars, we will share this with the team ”
“Dr. Lagalante is professional, knowledgeable, patient, kind, thorough and an excellent communicator. My 91 year old mother is her patient and Dr. Lagalante put her at ease and calmly explained everything she was doing, the reasons behind them and helped my Mom understand the choices and options she had. ”
02/14/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to review us. It's always great to read this type of feedback on our practice. ”
“Patricia Taft is the best. Very helpful. Very knowledgeable.”
02/13/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your feedback, will share this with the team!”
“The staff at Professional Speech & Hearing were top of the line. I really appreciated the help they gave me and will continue to use them.”
02/12/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your response, we strive to give our patients the best care possible. ”
“Professional and friendly staff who give you their full attention. Dr Tabatha is very knowledgeable and listens to your concerns! This is the only place to visit for all of your hearing needs!”
02/08/2023 Review submitted online
“The audiologist was friendly. She replaced the batteries in my hearing aids. However she had to wear a mask during the hearing test so it interfered with the test results. She wanted me to come back in a couple of weeks to complete the test. I told her that it takes me an hour to get there and I was not going to drive back again. I feel that she must have know that the mask would have interfered with the testing, given that all her patients are hearing impaired, and I should have been given the opportunity to reschedule the appointment before I got there.”
02/05/2023 Review submitted online
“I had a great experience. Everybody was so helpful and friendly professional, I’m so glad I chose you.”
02/02/2023 Review submitted online
“Everyone is so friendly and professional. And Dawn at the front desk always has a smile and a kind word. I love working with Dr Tabatha.”
02/02/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your review. We love hearing things like this about our practice! ”
“I have had my hearing aids for almost four years and my experience has been great, everybody at the office is very professional and helpful. My audiologist, Pat, could not be any better. I enjoy my visits and feel very lucky to have Pat take care of my hearing, in my opinion, she is the best choice I could have ever made.”
02/01/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/26/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We really do try to offer referral worthy service, we look forward to seeing you again. ”
“Today I was able to resolve several problems, one of which is exceptionally dry ears which inhibit easy entry of the hearing aides. Ear-gel was prescribed. Problem solved as part of competent and gracious appointment. Many thanks to accommodating staff.”
02/01/2023 Review submitted online
“It was a pleasant experience from the start, great service, friendly atmosphere, she went above and beyond on my hearing needs,.awesome Al round.”
01/31/2023 Review submitted online
“I had an emergency - a broken hearing aid - and got wonderful timely service. My audiologist was not in, but Dr. Rehse took very good care of me. Your service has always been outstanding.”
01/30/2023 Review submitted online
“I trust Professional Speech and Hearing. Everyone I’ve dealt with knows their job and the technology, they do their job at a very high level. I will not go anywhere else. And I LOVE my hearing aides!!”
01/26/2023 Review submitted online
“I've been a patient going on 2 years now. The service is always very friendly, efficient, and professional. This is not a hearing place that just sells hearing aides, they are qualified Audiologists. I highly recommend them!”
01/26/2023 Review submitted online
“This practice is made up of trained audiologists, not hearing instrument specialists. Testing is comprehensive and results are discussed. You can be confident that your hearing needs will be met.”
01/25/2023 Review submitted online
“I’ve been a client of Tabatha for many years. She’s the best and very professional.It feels good when such a caring group of professional women care about the quality of your hearing. ”
01/22/2023 Review submitted online
“Dr. Tabatha is fantastic. She tells it like it is. Never any problems. My insurance changed after 42 years and my program has changed. But, I’ll continue to see her even though my insurance is not accepted here. ”
01/20/2023 Review submitted online
“I have been a patient with Dr. Taft for over 10 years. Her level of commitment to provide me the best hearing care is outstanding. Everyone has different hearing needs and she goes the extra mile to make sure that I am fitted with the hearing aids that meets my personal requirements. Dr. Taft and her staff always treat me as if I am their only patient. Their expertise with the new technologies that are in todays hearing aids to provide me with connecting my hearing aids to my cell phone and TV are invaluable. If you want understanding and knowledge in correcting your hearing issues, then there is no better place than Professional Speech and Hearing of Ocala with Dr. Taft and her staff.”
01/20/2023 Review submitted online
“It was an amazing experience. It was professional in every way. ”
01/18/2023 Review submitted online
“Very professional and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. ”
01/17/2023 Review submitted online
“I have been a client for over 10 years and I can attest that from day one their quality of service and professional skills, qualities, techniques, service, attention to detail and desire to provide excellence in performance is clearly evident, consistent and professional! I make these remarks with no reservations! They take great care of their customers! If they didn’t I would clearly state so!”
01/15/2023 Review submitted online
“My experience is always great! I've been seeing Dr, T. McCollum for a number of years and she is always attentive & knowledgeable. Best service and an excellent product.”
01/15/2023 Review submitted online
“I can not keep expressing how grateful I am to have the staff of Professional Speech and Hearing. From Dawn at the front desk to Kathy my wonderful provider I will always thank you for the wonderful service you provide to me for my hearing needs. I recommend this office to anyone ”
01/14/2023 Review submitted online
“Dr Lagalante is very professional, helpful and kind answering all my questions as I'm a newbie to hearing aids and what a difference wearing them has made! The office staff is super also!”
01/14/2023 Review submitted online
“Pat Taft and her staff at Professional Speech and Hearing, to put it simply, blew my socks off! Not that I was ACTUALLY wearing socks, but the time Pat took to care of my husband, and me a few years ago was nothing short of amazing. That, plus her professionalism, technical expertise and experience, as well as her courtesy, kindness, and friendly sense of humor; well, I couldn't have asked for more! My husband, and I relocated to Ocala from the Washington, D.C. area suburbs . I thought the hearing specialists we'd been accustomed to working with there were top notch, and I'd frankly been concerned regarding the type of care we'd receive upon relocating to a much smaller town. I needn't have feared one iota when it came to a hearing specialist! I've never had a more thorough hearing exam, nor more advanced technology utilized in both my husband's and my hearing analyses. Pat's office is not only more advanced in terms of how they measure one's hearing acuity than the one I came from up north, but she spends more careful time, and she is more thoughtful, friendly, and considerate than anyone in ANY professional discipline! Thank you, Pat, for not only improving my hearing and making my overall life experience more pleasurable as a result, but for becoming a new friend and health-care partner for life! ”
01/14/2023 Review submitted online
“Ihave beet seeing Pat Taft for several years and have found her to be an excellent , friendly and knowledgeable professional. I went to her based on a friend’s recommendation. A different friend recommended a different professional in the same group. I suspect I would have been highly satisfied with her had I chosen her. Maybe you can’t go wrong no matter which hearing professional you select st Professional Speech and Hearing!”
01/14/2023 Review submitted online
“Always a great experience. Everyone is very professional and good listeners. Tabatha McCallum is a fine audiologist and very much interested in solving the patient's problems.”
01/13/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for your feedback, we strive to give every patient a great experience. Hope to see you in the office again!”
“Dr. Rehse was wonderful. She did a great evaluation and explained things so we could understand it. I look forward to working with her in the future.”
01/12/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“Thank you for giving us a perfect rating. I'll be sure to share it with the team. Take care! ”
“My experience at PS&H is always excellent. Pat Taft is very professional and extremely knowledgeable. She cares and it shows. I would recommend PS&H to anyone with a hearing problem.”
01/10/2023 Review submitted online
Received 05/25/2023Official Response from Professional Speech & Hearing:“I appreciate your positive feedback. We take pride in what we do and always appreciate when people let us know how we did. ”
“My only issue was they didn’t take our insurance and we paid for the visit, but my toddler was treated great and the audiologist was fantastic with him. ”
01/08/2023 Review submitted online
“I was surprised how quickly and easily I got used to my hearing aids . The staff here is excellent . Dr. Lagalante is very kind , conscientious and very helpful . I am 100% satisfied !”
01/04/2023 Review submitted online
“We made an appt because "She specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing and balance disorders.." She ran 3 hours of testing. Period. There was no followup appt. There was no diagnosis or treatment suggested. We fell for it hook, line & sinker.. They should stick to hearing aids.”
01/31/2019 Review submitted online
“Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists, Ocala, Florida is where I have purchased hearing aids since buying my first aids in January 1999. I have purchased three sets of aids over the last 18 years, the latest of which was this month, October 2017. I can't say enough about the good service I have had from them. They have always been concerned about any issues and very willing and able to do what is needed to remedy the problems. They are very courteous, friendly and make me feel very comfortable and welcome. I have been assigned to Patricia Taft, who is very skilled in her work, and I would never consider going anywhere else. Betty H. Craig Silver Springs, Florida ”
11/07/2017 Review submitted online
“Dr. Rosier, is the most knowledgeable, honest, caring audiologist I have seen in the 18 years I have needed hearing help.The people I have recommended to her all thank me. As far as my wife and I are concerned there is no one else.”
08/28/2017 Review submitted online
“They are very down to earth and treat my son like he was their own child. He's been there since he was 3 and he's made a lot of improvement. When he started he could only speak like 3 words, now he can hold a conversation.”
08/05/2015 Review verified by phone
“They were very knowledgeable.”
07/29/2015 Review verified by phone
“I liked that she understood me and so she modified everything she had to tell me based on what she could understand that I already understood.”
04/11/2015 Review verified by phone
“She was very nice, very encouraging, just made us very comfortable.”
03/24/2015 Review verified by phone
“Tabatha was fabulous! She takes time with you and explains everything so you can understand it! I've never had anyone as experienced and patient! She even called me at home to see how I was doing! I will recommend her to every one I know!”
07/25/2014 Review submitted online
“They were very knowledgeable. ”
06/18/2014 Review verified by phone
“I enjoyed the professional I worked with. ”
04/26/2014 Review verified by phone
A message from Professional Speech & Hearing:
We are OPEN for appointments and are following the CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of Covid19.
Clinic details
Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists is a patient-centered clinic specializing in diagnosing hearing loss and finding solutions for not only hearing loss, but tinnitus as well. They provide the latest in technology in hearing instruments and devices along with state-of-the-art equipment. They are an independent, community oriented practice operating locally. All the professionals are specifically trained to ensure each patient is given individualized treatment and offered the best solution for their needs.
Hearing care services
We provide a wide range of hearing services including:
- Diagnostic audiology evaluations for people of all ages
- Hearing aids sales, including the latest technology
- Hearing aid repair, service and maintenance
- Batteries
- Assistive listening devices
- Custom earmolds, swim plugs, noise protection
- Hearing protection and conservation
- Earwax removal
Amenities

Convenient parking

Curbside service

Assistive listening devices

Pediatrics

Financing available

Tinnitus
Hours of operation
Sunday | Closed |
Monday | 8:30 am - 5 pm by appointment |
Tuesday | 8:30 am - 5 pm by appointment |
Wednesday | 8:30 am - 5 pm by appointment |
Thursday | 8:30 am - 5 pm by appointment |
Friday | 8:30 am - 5 pm by appointment |
Saturday | Closed |
Amenities

Convenient parking

Curbside service

Assistive listening devices

Pediatrics

Financing available

Tinnitus
Clinic links
Accepted forms of payment
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- Discover
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Financing available for those who qualify
- Insurance accepted, please call for details