Meet the Team

Dr. Megan Larson, a native to the Central Coast, has always envisioned starting an audiology practice in her hometown. The dream of opening her own practice became a reality in 2020. Dr. Larson graduated with her Doctorate of Audiology (Au.D.), in 2016 from Pacific University of Oregon. She received Board Certification in Audiology, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology and Academy of Doctors of Audiology and specializes in pediatric audiology.

Megan became an audiologist to help thousands of Americans with hearing loss enjoy those special moments they miss with family and friends. Part of her motivation to pursue this field was learning about the effects that hearing loss has on a person’s interaction with the world. This loss can effectively lock people out of much of the world and isolate them. She understands how frustrating this can be and takes great pride in the work that she does to correct these problems. She has fit thousands of patients with successful outcomes.

Her other most precious accomplishments are her two boys. She loves spending time outdoors with her family and continues to be passionately active with audiology.

Dr. Ashley Sobchuk-Hudson, Au.D., CCC-A joined MK Larson Audiology in July 2023. She is ASHA-credentialed and received her Doctor of Audiology degree from Pacific University.

Her career includes work as a diagnostic audiologist in the Otolaryngology Head and Neck Department at Oregon Health and Science University. While at OHSU, she worked in patient care specializing in vestibular diagnostics, was an investigator in research studies and lectured on vestibular diagnostics for ENT residents’ education.

More recently, she taught clinical competency and vestibular diagnostics to doctoral students as the clinic director and full-time faculty member of Western Washington University‘s Communication Disorders and Science department in Bellingham, WA.

She is excited to join the MK Larson team and return to patient care.

Lhienett works at the SLO office Monday through Thursday and the Templeton office on Friday. Previously, she spent six years as a pharmacy technician.

In her free time, Lhienett enjoys hiking, bike riding, reading, playing PC games and eating good food.

Michelle has worked in the audiology field for more than a decade and enjoys her role as both the medical biller and front office manager. She strives to offer everyone who visits the practice patience and friendliness; she loves talking to patients and hearing their stories.

Outside of work, Michelle likes spending time with family, attending live concerts, listening to music, dancing, walking on the beach and crafting. She is a frequent volunteer at the Pismo Beach Moose Lodge and a proud parent to her four children.

Maria is a highly skilled patient care coordinator and seasoned professional in audiology administration with more than a decade of experience. Maria ensures patient care is seamless and efficient and has honed her proficiency in managing appointments. She is known for her exceptional organization skills and commitment to enhancing patient experiences; her dedication and efficiency have made her an indispensable member of the M.K Larson Audiology team.

Outside of work, Maria is an avid concertgoer and sports enthusiast, with a passion for the Dodgers. She loves to travel, always seeking out new places and experiences. Maria’s adventurous spirit and zest for life are evident in everything she does, reflecting her dedication to making the most out of every moment. 

Alexandria is passionate about working in the audiology field as a member of the Deaf community. She understands where patients are coming from and always wants them to feel heard and comfortable. Previously, she worked as a receptionist and medical assistant at an ENT clinic.

Alexandria loves working with Dr. Larson because she was the only doctor who was able to diagnose her cholesteatoma. Alexandria hopes to be a similar positive influence for patients who visit the clinic.

In her free time, Alexandria enjoys going to the beach, hiking, riding ATVs, camping and taking her boat to Lake Nacimiento.