Doctor of Audiology
Specializing In
- Doctor of Audiology
Dr. Karen Melton, Au.D., co-owner of Hearing Care Partners, brings more than 20 years of experience in audiology and a passion for providing exceptional, patient-centered hearing care. A native of Farmington, Missouri, she is deeply committed to serving the communities she calls home. Dr. Melton earned her Master’s degree from the University of Georgia and her Doctor of Audiology degree from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences.
With advanced certifications in dementia care and tinnitus management, Dr. Melton takes a medical approach to hearing loss, recognizing its strong connection to cognitive health and overall well-being. She has received specialized training from Dr. Keith Darrow, a Harvard- and MIT-trained neuroscientist and audiologist, and is committed to advancing best practices in hearing healthcare.
Dr. Melton has been an active leader in both her profession and her community. She currently serves on the Missouri Hearing Society Board and has previously served on the Missouri Academy of Audiology Board and the Farmington Regional Chamber Board. She was also honored with the Key Contributor Award for her excellence in community service.
At the heart of her work is a simple but powerful mission: to care for patients and staff like family while helping people stay connected to the ones they love.
Outside of the office, Dr. Melton enjoys traveling, camping, and spending time with her husband, Neil, their three children, and their close circle of family and friends.