Staff
Melisa Sharpe,
AuD
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Sharpe graduated from Ohio University with a M.S. in Communication Sciences in 2002 and a Doctorate in Audiology from Salus University in 2005. She worked for Clay County Schools for 17 years and started First Coast Audiology in 2017. She works with both pediatric and adult patients.
Dr. Sharpe's passion is with hearing loss and how it effects the brain. She strongly believes in educating patients so they can make the best decision regarding treatment for their hearing loss.
Sarah Zak,
AuD
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Zak received her undergraduate degree in Speech Pathology from Louisiana Tech University in 2000 and M.S. in Communication Disorders from Louisiana State University in 2002. She graduated with her Doctorate of Audiology in 2009 from the Arizona School of Health Sciences.
Dr. Zak has a passion for Pediatric Audiology and Auditory Processing Disorders. She has worked for local area ENT doctors, the Cleft Palate Clinic as well as St. Johns County Schools.
Angie Pardee,
CCC-A/SLP
Speech Pathologist
Angie graduated with a M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology in 2010 from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is certified in AG Bell Listening and Spoken Language Auditory Verbal Education. She has expertise in listening and spoken language therapy, reading therapy, and early intervention.
Angie enjoys Auditory Training for both school-aged children with Auditory Processing Disorders (APD) as well as adults with auditory deprivation, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, TBI, stroke, cochlear implants and APD.
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Reviews
Healthy Hearing posts all positive and negative reviews that meet publishing criteria.Read 7 verified patient reviews for First Coast Audiology! Their average review score is 5 () from 7 reviews.
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“I reached out to Melisa at First Coast Audiology for a problem my physician could not fix. Melisa was able to completely restore my hearing in one visit. She is kind, gentle and takes her time to listen to your needs. I can’t thank her enough. I would highly recommend! ”
Received 09/05/2023Official Response from First Coast Audiology:“Thank you for your review! Happy to help you anytime.”
“My experience continues to be very positive. Melisa Sharp provided a thorough, comprehensive and comfortable process for me in choosing my hearing aids. I highly recommend First Coast Mobile Audiology.”
Received 08/14/2023Official Response from First Coast Audiology:“Thank you, Mr. Melvyn I'm so pleased you joined us. I look forward to being your audiologist for years to come!”
“Dr. Sharpe is very warm and knowledgeable . I feel very comfortable when I am with her and I know I am getting the best treatment She is very Efficient. ”
Received 08/14/2023Official Response from First Coast Audiology:“Thank you for leaving a review. I enjoy helping you hear better!!”
“Melisa was kind, patient and understanding. She explained every test and the results with us so we were part of the process.”
“Dr. Sharpe was very professional and friendly. She was on time and was quite knowledgeable in her field.”
Clinic details
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Welcome to First Coast Audiology and First Coast Brain Builders
We take great pride in delivering quality speech, language and hearing services to the communities of Jacksonville and its neighboring areas. Our approach revolves around putting the patient at the center of care, incorporating cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based therapies to create personalized treatment plans for both children and adults. We understand how the brain works and go beyond the traditional audiogram to see how the brain process information for you and your child.
This profound understanding of the brain has motivated us to expand our services to children and adults through First Coast Brain Builders (FCBB), utilizing an Interprofessional model of intervention. Our exceptional team consist of Audiologists, Speech-Language Pathologist, and an Education Specialist, working together to provide comprehensive support to both children and adults.
Apart from providing expert-informed care, we are deeply dedicated to ensuring accessibility to our hearing health care services for all individuals. We work with Lend an Ear Outreach, a nonprofit connecting people living below the poverty line to hearing healthcare. Additionally we take pride in serving Veterans through our participation in the VA’s Community Care Network program. Our goal is to revolutionize hearing health, empowering you to embrace life to the fullest.
Hearing care services
- Audiologic Evaluations/Hearing Testing - Your results are collected in real-time and presented to you after on what is called an audiogram. An audiogram is a chart that visually represents your hearing ability in each ear.
- Tinnitus (a buzzing or ringing-like noise heard in one or both ears) Evaluations
- Auditory Processing Evaluations and Therapy
- Cognitive Screenings (Cognivue)
- Cerumen (wax) Removal (Earrigator)
- Hearing Aids (fittings and repairs)
- Earmolds
- Musician Monitors
- Ear Protection
- Speech and Langauge Evaluations and Therapy
- Reading Intervention
- Auditory Training for Cochlear Implant Recipients
- Auditory Training for Auditory Deprivation, TBI, Stroke, Cognitive Impairment, Dementia, Auditory Processing Disorders
- Education and Personal Attention!!
Amenities
Convenient parking
Curbside service
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Mobile clinic
Financing available
Telehealth services
Tinnitus
Screen/test at home
Remote hearing aid programming
Ear cleaning
Hours of operation
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 9 am - 5 pm by appointment |
| Tuesday | 9 am - 5 pm by appointment |
| Wednesday | 9 am - 5 pm by appointment |
| Thursday | 9 am - 5 pm by appointment |
| Friday | 9 am - 3 pm by appointment |
| Saturday | Closed |
Amenities
Convenient parking
Curbside service
Wheelchair-accessible
Service pets welcome
Assistive listening devices
Pediatrics
Mobile clinic
Financing available
Telehealth services
Tinnitus
Screen/test at home
Remote hearing aid programming
Ear cleaning
Clinic links
Accepted forms of payment
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- Discover
- Cash
- Check
- Debit
- Financial aid
- Financing available for those who qualify
- Insurance accepted, please call for details