Our Staff

Alison Stich, Au.D., FAAA

Doctor of Audiology

Dr. Alison Stich earned her doctorate in audiology from Salus University in Pennsylvania in 2012. She attended the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee for her undergraduate studies in communication sciences and disorders. Following her graduation, she returned to the Midwest to practice audiology. She has been serving the Chicagoland area since 2012, joining Hearing Lab in 2018. She also teaches in the Hearing Instrument Dispensary Program at the College of DuPage, training students to become hearing care professionals.

As a self-proclaimed “ear nerd,” Dr. Stich strives to stay on top of the newest technologies available to meet patient needs. Her background as a musician, and a tinnitus sufferer provide her a unique perspective on patient care. She believes that providing excellent patient-centered care is the key to helping her patients hear and communicate the best they possibly can. When she isn’t working or teaching, Dr. Stich enjoys gardening, crocheting, and spending time with her husband, dogs and cats..

Ashley Piltz

Patient Services Coordinator

Ashley Piltz is a Patient Care Coordinator. Ashley is originally from Wheeling, IL and moved to Cary IL in 2020. Ashley attended Harper College and started working at the Crystal Lake and Elgin locations in 2024. Ashley began working in the hearing industry in 2024 and was drawn to the profession because hearing well enhances our overall well-being through better mental health and increased ability to communicate in our daily life.  What Ashley loves most about saving hearing lives is that it provides a sense of gratification being a part of a patients transformative hearing improvements, knowing that we are empowering patients to lead fulfilling and self-reliant lives. Ashley strives to do whatever it takes to completely embrace a positive and helpful spirit on the phone and in person in her everyday work with patients. Outside of saving hearing lives, Ashley loves being active and looking for any excuse to be outside!

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Customer Reviews

Staff was friendly and professional. They did an excellent job explaining test results and next steps.

Bill Kolasinski, on Google

Excellent personnel who were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They went out of their way to allow me to also be tested at my husband’s appointment. Very reasonably priced, recommended by our Medicare insurance.

Sue Kolasinski, on Google

Dr. Stich is very helpful and obviously very knowledgeable as well.

Donald Knight, on Google

always very nice. So convenient and they take their time So friendly with a small talk. Always is good. Love that place

Kathleen Czaplewski, on Google

Allison is a fun person.

Tim Rogala, on Google

It was a wonderful experience at the Hearing Lab. The Audiologist Allison was very friendly and knowledgeable , She took time choosing the right hearing aid for me, thank you

Lupe Erazo, on Google

Very knowledgeable about how people hear and what treatment would be most effective based on information and data gathered. I would recommend the care provided by the Elgin hearing lab to anyone.

Ellen Doescher, on Google

Very helpful staff. Answered all questions. I would highly recommend the Hearing Lab and audiologist

Judy Evans Fischer, on Google
Jose Franco, on Google

Really enjoyed talking to Dr. Stich ( love that name) she was very informative. Will be going back to her in the future.

Richard Simmermon, on Google

My experience with the Hearing Lab, Elgin was really good. The staff was nice and welcoming. The person who performed my impressions was very knowledgeable, kind, informative and funny. She tea made my experience wonderful.

Iris London, on Google

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