Audiologists in Ocala, FL
Imagine a world without sound, or only garbled sounds. You’d miss a lot! Imagine what you’d miss hanging out with friends, having dinner with your family, playing with your kids or grandkids—even hearing the birds in your yard.
Which is why we are committed to helping you improve your hearing and get more out of life.
Hearing plays such a crucial role in your overall health and well-being – from helping to prevent dementia to keeping you connected to your family. We are dedicated to restoring your ability to hear. Meet Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists’ team.
Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists Team
Meet the Team
Tabatha T. McCallum, Au.D., CCC-A
Doctor of Audiology
Dr. McCallum graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Florida and went on to earn a Doctorate of Audiology from the University of South Florida.
She joined Professional Speech and Hearing Specialists in August of 2010. She specializes in hearing diagnostic testing, hearing aid programming, tinnitus masking device programming, and aural rehabilitation. Dr. McCallum is licensed to practice in the state of Florida and is a member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Associations. Her passion for audiology stems from wanting to improve the quality of life of others by breaking down communication barriers.
Dr. McCallum was raised here in the Ocala area and is blessed to have lots of family nearby. In her free-time she enjoys spending time with family, boating, exploring Florida, UF football & gymnastics, and science-fiction movies.
Lindsey Lagalante, Au.D.
Doctor of Audiology
Lindsey Lagalante graduated with a Bachelor in Science degree in Communication Science and Disorders from Florida State University. She first joined Professional Speech and Hearing Specialists as a 4th year student clinician in May of 2021.
Her doctorate of Audiology from East Carolina University was conferred in May, 2022, and then joined the professional team of Professional Speech and Hearing Specialists in July, 2022
She has extensive experience in both the pediatric and adult populations in diagnostic hearing evaluations, aural rehabilitation (counseling patient and family members regarding communication strategies), and hearing aid selection and fittings.
While attending FSU, she discovered her passion for Audiology while volunteering and providing hearing resources and technology to those with limited access to health care abroad.
Through her passion in Audiology, she aims to improve and maintain the quality of life of her patients.
Dr. Lagalante enjoys spending time with her family and three cats, crafting, and exploring all that Central Florida has to offer.
Pattie Hersey
Office Manager
Pattie has worked in the medical field for over 15 years and joined Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists in 2019.
She is happy to help you navigate insurance benefits and obtain financing to get you on the path to better hearing. She enjoys playing tennis, scrapbooking, cooking and spending time with her husband and dog in her spare time.
Dawn Coyier-Brosdahl
Scheduling Coordinator
Dawn is originally from Iowa. She relocated to Ocala in 2017, and she has been in the medical field for over 30 years.
Dawn is married with two children and a Westie named Lilly. Spending time with her family is the biggest joy in her life. She also enjoys motorcycle riding with her husband, reading and digital scrapbooking. Dawn joined Professional Speech & Hearing Specialists in December of 2019. She enjoys the small practice environment, getting to know our patients and bringing a smile to their face.
