Professional Staff

Dr. Matthew Wilken, CCC-A received his Bachelors and Masters degree in Audiology from the University of Northern Colorado. He earned his Doctorate of Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. Dr. Wilken has been practicing Audiology since 1998. He lives in Golden with his wife and three children.

Dr. Jeffrey Wilken CCC-A earned his bachelors degree from the University of Northern Colorado, his Masters degree in Audiology from the University of Wyoming and his Doctorate of Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. Dr. Wilken rotates between all of the offices. He has been an Audiologist since 1996. He currently resides in Highlands Ranch with his wife Ruth, and their two children.

Dr. John Curran earned his bachelors degree from the University of Redlands. He then graduated from Arizona State University with a Masters degree in Audiology. He has since earned his Doctorate in Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences. John has a fun and witty personality which his patients enjoy. Dr. Curran lives in Golden with his wife Nancy and their son Evan. When not helping people hear better, John enjoys skiing, tennis, golf and hiking.

Nathan Putnam, M.S., CCC-A works in our Fort Collins office. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree and his Master of Science Audiology degree from the University of Wyoming. In the past he has worked for Colorado State University and at a private practice in Cheyenne before joining the Hearing Rehab Center. Nathan lives in Fort Collins with his wife and two children. He was born in Montana and enjoys outdoor activities such as skiing, hiking and fly-fishing.

Nathan Gilchrist, M.S., CCC-A grew up in Littleton and graduated from Heritage High School. He has extensive experience performing diagnostic audiological procedures and is an expert at custom digital hearing aid fittings. Nathan graduated from the University of Arizona with his Masters degree in Audiology. Nathan works in the Littleton location. He enjoys playing golf, fishing and other outdoor activities.

Meredith Workman works in our Summit County location. She received her Masters degree in Audiology from the University of Georgia in 2001. Shortly after, she relocated to Colorado. Meredith holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association and is a Fellow with the American Academy of Audiology. She has an extensive knowledge of digital hearing aids and has vast experience with diagnostic testing. Meredith enjoys fly-fishing, camping, cooking and running in her free time.

Kathy works in the Loveland location. She earned her Bachelor's and Master's degree in Audiology at the University of Northern Colorado. Kathy has worked with all ages of patients and has vast experience in diagnostic testing. Her specialty is in fitting digital hearing aids. Kathy is married with 2 children and 3 stepchildren. When not working, Kathy enjoys spending time with her family.

Meghan Safko, MA, F-AAA, works in our Arvada office.  She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University and her Master of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh.  She is also a Fellow with the American Academy of Audiology.  Meghan specializes in diagnostic audiology and digital hearing aid programming. She lives in Broomfield with her husband and their black lab.  In her free time, Meghan enjoys hiking, skiing, and traveling.

Dr. Leah Mitchell earned her bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, masters degree in Audiology from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and Doctorate of Audiology from the Pennsylvania School of Optometry. She has been practicing Audiology in Colorado since 2003. Dr. Mitchell is the audiologist in our Northglenn location.  She lives in Thornton with her husband, daughter, and chocolate lab, Houser. Activities she enjoys include music, camping, cooking, biking, and throwing the frisbee for her dog.

Donna works in our Lone Tree location.  She earned her Bachelors degree in Communication Disorders and Speech Science from the University of Colorado in Boulder, her Masters degree in Audiology from Wichita State University, and her Doctorate in Audiology from the Arizona School of Health Sciences.  Dr. Malsam has been an audiologist since 1991.  She lives in Parker and loves to spend time with her husband, two children and two dogs.

Dr. Jerilyn Dutton sees patients in our Englewood location.  She is fully licensed by the state of Colorado to provide comprehensive audiological services.  Dr. Dutton earned her Bachelor's degree in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences at the University of Colorado at Boulder and her Doctorate in Audiology from the joint program of San Diego State University and the University of California San Diego.  She has experience fitting the latest in digital amplification technology and assistive listening devices.  In her free time, Dr. Dutton enjoys skiing, hiking, and traveling with her family.

Jamie Gilgren, Au.D, sees patients in the Longmont location. She is a board certified audiologist. Dr. Gilgren earned her Doctorate in Audiology from Pennsylvania College of Optometry, a Master’s degree with an emphasis in aural rehabilitation from the University of Texas at Austin, and two Bachelor's degrees in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from the University of Northern Colorado.  Dr. Gilgren has been fitting hearing aids since 2002. She has extensive experience fitting and programming today's latest hearing aid technology, FM systems, and assistive listening devices. Outside of the office, she enjoys reading, movies, hiking, and camping with her family.

Nonean became involved in the hearing healthcare profession in 1983 and has been Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences since 1992.  Nonean sees patients in our Lakewood location.  She has served 3 terms as President of the Colorado Hearing Society, has been a Governor as well as Treasurer of the International Hearing Society, and has served as Chair of the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences.  Most of her years dispensing hearing instruments have been spent in the Lakewood and Wheat Ridge area.  She has vast experience in hearing technology and takes pride in providing outstanding patient care.

Jamie is a provider in our Aurora location.  She earned her Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Oklahoma and her Master's degree in Audiology from Washington University in St. Louis.  She has been practicing audiology since 2001 and has vast experience in diagnostic testing and fitting the latest in digital hearing aid technology.  Jamie has worked in ear, nose, and throat practices and has also been a manufacturer's representative for Phonak.  In her spare time, Jamie enjoys running, skiing, hiking, and walking her dog.

Jerry is based out of the Aurora office, but he also substitutes in other Hearing Rehab Center locations.  In 2002 he became Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences.  Jerry has more than 36 years experience in customer service.  He is President of the Colorado Hearing Society.  Jerry lives in Frederick with his wife Sandi.  He takes great delight in his family and is an avid do-it-yourselfer. 

Dr. Russell earned her Bachelor's degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at the University of Colorado, Boulder and her Doctorate of Audiology at the University of Northern Colorado. She is a licensed audiologist with the state of Colorado. She has extensive knowledge of digital hearing aids as well as experience working with all age groups. She has worked with cochlear implants and performed balance testing and treatment, but has a passion for working with patients with hearing aids.  She strives to improve each and every patient's life through better hearing.