Our Staff

Tricia Mudge, HIS

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Hello, my name is Tricia Hammers-Mudge. I have been a Hearing Instrument Specialist with Hammers Hearing for 14 years. I live in LaSalle with my husband, Kyle, and my two children, Molly and Dugan. I have been involved in the hearing health care practice for most of my life, as my father, Gary Hammers, started fitting hearing aids over 30 years ago. I have had the opportunity to watch first hand how the advancements in technology has changed people’s way of living. Our motto is, and always will be, “We are always HEAR for you!”.

What I love most about my job is the relationships I am able to build with each of my patients, each one unique and important to me. We are a family owned and operated office, who value the presence and feedback of your family and friends. During your appointment with me, I will give you a thorough, step by step explanation of what to expect during and after your visit. I will be able to answer any questions you may have when it comes to your hearing health care needs. I would like to personally thank you for choosing Audibel and Hammers Hearing, and I am excited to get to know you and to help you achieve better hearing.

Julie Hammers, HIS

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Doug Suarez, HIS

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Hi, my name is Doug Suarez. For the last 13 years I have been a Hearing Instrument Specialist with Audibel and Hammers Hearing. I was born and raised in Peru, IL and currently live in Peru with my wife, Breanne and my 3 sons. My family and I hold a great importance on community and family, as they have owned and operated Koolmaster Co, Inc for over 60 years, and after receiving my Bachelor’s Degree from Illinois State University, I knew I wanted to work somewhere that held the same values and beliefs as my family and I. Having known the Hammers family since high school, I knew they were a family I wanted to work with, and that is when I found my passion in helping people to achieve better hearing. Being able to reconnect people with the world around them is not only a fulfilling career, but it is also life changing.

Not only do I love the relationships that I am able to build with my patients, but I love getting to see, first hand, their reactions to sounds that they have not heard in a very long time, if ever. By taking the first step and choosing Audibel and Hammers Hearing, you are choosing an extended family, a lifetime of support and service, and most importantly a better way of living. I thank you for choosing us, and I look forward to educating you about the importance of your hearing health, and learning along side you about your hearing loss and to help you start hearing all those sounds that you’ve been missing.

Becca Andreano, HIS

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Gary Hammers

BC-HIS, Owner

Happy Patients

Patient Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 Stars based on 31 Reviews on Google.

Read what some of our patients have to say about our staff and our office!

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Jeanne O'Melia, on Google

Thought everyone and everything was wonderful

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Karen Bumpous, on Google

This is the first time I’m visiting Hammers hearing care center. I was very pleased with the amount of service and care my wife and I received from Doug. He took a lot time to explain everything to us about my hearing issues. It really put my mind at ease

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Leland Dabler, on Google

Came in for my appointment and was able to be taken in at the right time. Both the desk person and the audiologist were very nice and answered all of my questions. It was a very nice appointment. Thanks for all of the kindness.

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Dennis Norby, on Google

Hammers was very informative and really worked with you one on one I would suggest to use them for all hearing problems!!

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Timothy Manahan, on Google

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Toni Hermann, on Google

Caring, helpful, thoughtful people.

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SM Jameson, on Google

Very good and knowledgeable people. Was an amazing day to have an appointment found out a lot about hearing wellness

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Ralph Chasteen, on Google

I lost my hearing in my right ear 7 years ago. Doug helped me through this process more than I can tell you. He is so skilled at his profession, pleasant,and friendly. Still to this day will help me if I'm in town. He is simply a good guy with...

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J M, on Google

Becca is the best. She understands and is very caring.

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Janice Rutkowski, on Google

Very pleased with their expertise, knowledge of their product, detailed examination. Doug had a very pleasant personality and was extremely patient. Everything was explained in detail in easy to understand language. Their new state of the art hearing aids are definitely something you should check out. You won't believe the...

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Phyllis Bender, on Google

Very thorough and informative exam. Doug Suarez is very professional and helpful. I am totally satisfied. My hearing issues have been taken care of.

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BLUEMER PEGGY, on Google

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Susan Kennel, on Google

Doug has worked with my 80 year old mother for 3 years now. He always is a pleasure to work with. He is so patient and caring explaining things many times in different ways so my mom can easily understand. I appreciate having this type of hearing service locally and...

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Brian Fisher, on Google

Wonderful visit. Doug was very thorough and attentive to my needs. I look forward to future help with my hearing needs.

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Barry Burkman, on Google

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Gina Locati, on Google

Doug and the 2 ladies in the office were exceptionally helpful. They solved a problem that I had created myself and gave me information that would help me keep my hearing aids working better. Thank you

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Jack May, on Google

I am from CA visiting family and could not get my hearing aids adjusted. I went in without an appointment and Doug got everything corrected on them. I would recommend this place. Every Highly.

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Joan Oswood, on Google

Good place for my hearing Dr

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Steve Castelli, on Google

I accompanied a friend with an appointment, and he checked and cleaned my hearing aids (mine from a mail order). He gave me a brush to clean mine. I will definitely go back next spring.

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Billy J, on Google

Excellent care and a very attentive staff. I would not hesitate to recommend Becca for your hearing aid needs.

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Thomas Porter, on Google

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Jason Horowitz, on Google

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Rich Dycha, on Google