Team
The Munk Difference
Our Team
EMMA LEBLANC, Au.D., Reg. CASLPO
MANAGER & AUDIOLOGIST
Emma holds a Doctor of Audiology degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. She has a diverse array of interests in audiology which include adult and pediatric aural rehabilitation as well as balance disorders. She gained extensive experience in diagnostic testing, prescribing and fitting the latest hearing aid technology through her work in both Canada and the US. Emma is committed to using the full range of her expertise and abilities to provide the best quality of care to each patient. Emma's extensive knowledge and experience in the field has led to her being featured on the CBC podcast "The Dose" as well as theZoomer.
MOSTAFA ELDAEBES, M.B.B.Ch, M.Sc, Aud(C), Reg. CASLPO
AUDIOLOGIST
Mostafa earned his master’s degree in Audiology from Dalhousie University. He previously graduated from medical school, finishing his residency training in Otolaryngology and obtaining a M.Sc. in otolaryngology from Cairo University in Egypt. Additionally, he worked as a research fellow at Ear and Auditory Research (EAR) Lab at Dalhousie, where he obtained publications in middle ear mechanics and sound transmission in normal and diseased ears.
Mostafa has a special interest in diagnostic audiology and vestibular disorders. Mostafa is committed to offering the best hearing solutions that will be individualized to your personalized hearing needs.
Lauren Steckle, M.Cl.Sc., Reg. CASLPO
AUDIOLOGIST
Lauren received her master's degree in Audiology from Western University. Her areas of focus include amplification and tinnitus treatment. Lauren enjoys working closely with her patients to improve their hearing health and quality of life.
Maddie Buchanan, AuD
AUDIOLOGIST
Maddie is a recent Doctor of Audiology graduate from University of the Pacific in San Francisco, CA. She has extensive clinical training across all domains of audiology, in private practice and hospital settings. She received the Humanitarian award at her Audiology graduation for her community outreach and providing excellent patient care to both pediatric and adult populations. She is highly interested in diagnostic audiology, fitting and verification of hearing aids, and vestibular disorders.
Maddie had the opportunity to assist and present on a research study testing the neonatal population at Stanford Ear Institute during her time in the US. She has gained excellent patient centered care skills and is committed to providing the highest quality of care to her patients.
Cathy Vandergeest
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Cathy brings experience and knowledge to her position as the administrative assistant at the Munk Hearing Centre, having previously worked at our sister clinic, the Centre for Advanced Hearing and Balance Testing. Her friendly demeanour, conscientiousness and drive to help others will ensure that you are well taken care of when you come to see us. Also a graphic designer, we have Cathy to thank for our beautiful graphic aesthetic at Munk. Cathy is happy to answer your questions, clean and check your hearing aids and book appointments. To reach our front desk, please call 416-340-5530.
Kaye
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Kaye is the newest addition to the Munk Hearing Centre and boy did we need her! With the growing demand for our services, we were desperate for an additional administrative assistant to keep us running smoothly. With her bright and enthusiastic personality and eagerness to help others, we dare you not to be charmed by her. To reach our front desk, please call 416-340-5530.
THE MUNK DIFFERENCE
The Munk Hearing Centre, located at Toronto General Hospital andUptown at Yonge & Lawrence, is the first and only full-service hearing aid dispensary for the University Health Network (UHN). We work closely with the Hearing and Balance Centre and the Department of Otolaryngology to address the hearing health care needs of our patients. All of our audiologists are registered with CASLPO and can recommend specific hearing solutions for every patient based on their individual needs.
The Munk Hearing Centre offers unparalleled expertise in the hearing healthcare industry. We specialize in surgical patients, single-sided deafness and medically complex patient care. We are confident that we can find the solution for your needs!