Our Staff

Christopher Whitten, Au.D., CCC-A

Audiologist

Dr. Whitten, owner of Reserve Hearing is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and a Fellow in the American Academy of Audiology (FAAA). Bringing people back into the conversations, and reconnecting them with friends and family though better hearing is what gives meaning to Dr. Whitten’s work.

He’s happy to be back in Northeast Ohio, where he grew up watching his father deliver better hearing for many years. A local advocate for improving the lives of seniors in the Stow area, Dr. Whitten delivers meal on wheels over his lunch hour. He also spends one week a year in Mexico on humanitarian missions bringing health care to people in need.

Pete Fox, Au.D.

Audiologist

Pete has been an audiologist since 1983 and has had a varied career. He has been in privatepractices, worked with ENT’s, been a field audiologist for the manufacturing state of the industry and even worked as an industrial audiologist. Pete is very excited to be a member of the Reserve Hearing Center.

Vanessa Vodan, Au.D.

Audiologist

Vanessa, a NEO native, earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Kent State University and her Doctorate of Audiology degree from Northeast Ohio AuD Consortium.

During her clinical externship year at the Cleveland Clinic, she received extensive training and experience that encompassed all facets of audiology.

Vanessa specializes in adult diagnostic hearing tests and hearing aids.

In her spare time, Vanessa enjoys traveling, spending time with her friends and family and catching a Guardians or Browns game!

Cindy Lanning, Au.D.

Audiologist

Cindy works in several locations. Mayfield, Mentor and Ashtabula. Cindy has been working as an Audiologist in Northeast Ohio for 29 years. She has a passion for working with pediatrics and helping people hear in the school systems. She is directly responsible for helping thousands of students further their academic careers. Cindy claims to have a natural green thumb and in her free time she enjoys gardening and tending to her award winning flowers. She is also very involved in her church community and is a valued member of the Reserve Hearing team.  

Valerie Lingro

Valerie is based out of the Brook Park Office. Valerie is originally from Maple Heights and has over 25 years of experience in Human Resources and Benefits Administration. Valerie enjoys spending time outdoors exploring, gardening and playing with her dog Max. She is an avid crocheter and has been known to frequent antique malls and estate sales. Valerie has a propensity for history and is always ready to travel. 

Brittany Ewing, PCC

Patient Care Coordinator

Brittany graduated from Strongsville High School in 2008. She attended Tri-c and Brookhaven college in Texas. One of her biggest achievements is her two girls who are 3 and 8 years old. She’s a super fan of Harry Potter and was sorted in Gryffindor house.

Sami Mortimer

Patient Care Coordinator

Sami is a proud graduate from Edgewood High School in 2012. Sami has two boys and her life typically revolves around baseball & football. In her free time she enjoys photography and being outdoors.

Patient Reviews

Read a Few of Our Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5 Stars based on 218 Reviews on Google.

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

Everyone was friendly, professional. The appointment was informative, including getting my ears cleaned, which helps. The support staff did a very good job cleaning and installing my aids. The new earpieces work much better than the ones I was using.

Reviewer Profile Photo Alen Bowman, on Google

Everyone was friendly, professional. The appointment was informative, including getting my ears cleaned, which helps. The support staff did a very good job cleaning and installing my aids. The new earpieces work much better than the ones I was using.

Reviewer Profile Photo Alen Bowman, on Google

Everyone was friendly, professional. The appointment was informative, including getting my ears cleaned, which helps. The support staff did a very good job cleaning and installing my aids. The new earpieces work much better than the ones I was using.

Reviewer Profile Photo Alen Bowman, on Google

Was referred to this office by my insurance and honestly didn't like the fact that I couldn't choose my audiologist. I couldn't have been more pleased with my first visit! The minute we walked in the door everyone made us feel welcome. Chris was phenomenal, honest, straight-forward, witty and knowledgeable....

Reviewer Profile Photo Mary Masters, on Google

Was referred to this office by my insurance and honestly didn't like the fact that I couldn't choose my audiologist. I couldn't have been more pleased with my first visit! The minute we walked in the door everyone made us feel welcome. Chris was phenomenal, honest, straight-forward, witty and knowledgeable....

Reviewer Profile Photo Mary Masters, on Google

Was referred to this office by my insurance and honestly didn't like the fact that I couldn't choose my audiologist. I couldn't have been more pleased with my first visit! The minute we walked in the door everyone made us feel welcome. Chris was phenomenal, honest, straight-forward, witty and knowledgeable....

Reviewer Profile Photo Mary Masters, on Google

Very friendly. Very professional. Makes your visit stress free. I would recommend them to everyone who needs help with their hearin5.

Reviewer Profile Photo Betty P, on Google

Very friendly. Very professional. Makes your visit stress free. I would recommend them to everyone who needs help with their hearin5.

Reviewer Profile Photo Betty P, on Google

Very friendly. Very professional. Makes your visit stress free. I would recommend them to everyone who needs help with their hearin5.

Reviewer Profile Photo Betty P, on Google

Anyone who has not visited reserve hearing center to check on your hearing, I highly recommend it. Knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, people who treat you like you’re part of the family. My name is Mike Z and I will again come to this organization. next time I am in need of...

Reviewer Profile Photo Mike Zemla, on Google

Anyone who has not visited reserve hearing center to check on your hearing, I highly recommend it. Knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, people who treat you like you’re part of the family. My name is Mike Z and I will again come to this organization. next time I am in need of...

Reviewer Profile Photo Mike Zemla, on Google

Anyone who has not visited reserve hearing center to check on your hearing, I highly recommend it. Knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, people who treat you like you’re part of the family. My name is Mike Z and I will again come to this organization. next time I am in need of...

Reviewer Profile Photo Mike Zemla, on Google

They are great people. Always kind and take time with customers 😉. And good setting up your appointments. They are Great 👍.

Reviewer Profile Photo Lynn Johnson, on Google

They are great people. Always kind and take time with customers 😉. And good setting up your appointments. They are Great 👍.

Reviewer Profile Photo Lynn Johnson, on Google

They are great people. Always kind and take time with customers 😉. And good setting up your appointments. They are Great 👍.

Reviewer Profile Photo Lynn Johnson, on Google

Very friendly front desk receptionist. The audiologist Vanessa was friendly and efficient. Told me about the issues and procedures. Fast service and solved my issue where there is a small piece of soap in my ear tunnel. She also cleared my other ear’s dirt. Which was a bonus. Finally she...

Reviewer Profile Photo George Hwang, on Google

Very friendly front desk receptionist. The audiologist Vanessa was friendly and efficient. Told me about the issues and procedures. Fast service and solved my issue where there is a small piece of soap in my ear tunnel. She also cleared my other ear’s dirt. Which was a bonus. Finally she...

Reviewer Profile Photo George Hwang, on Google

Very friendly front desk receptionist. The audiologist Vanessa was friendly and efficient. Told me about the issues and procedures. Fast service and solved my issue where there is a small piece of soap in my ear tunnel. She also cleared my other ear’s dirt. Which was a bonus. Finally she...

Reviewer Profile Photo George Hwang, on Google

Ì recently went to Reserve Hearing Center for my one month check to see how I was doing with my Hearing aides. Dr Vanessa ask about my experiences and actually was able to make some adjustments to make the experience even better. This place is great!!!.

Reviewer Profile Photo Rick Dohy, on Google

Ì recently went to Reserve Hearing Center for my one month check to see how I was doing with my Hearing aides. Dr Vanessa ask about my experiences and actually was able to make some adjustments to make the experience even better. This place is great!!!.

Reviewer Profile Photo Rick Dohy, on Google