Labyrinth Audiology:
Who We Are
The team at Labyrinth Audiology consists of certified audiologists. Our staff are experts in their fields regarding hearing loss, tinnitus, hyperacusis, balance disorders, auditory processing disorders, and sound sensitivity disorders. Our professionals each have experience in a different specialty, so we can better help our patients.
At our hearing center, we will always put our patient’s needs first. We want to help our patients experience a happier and healthier life with better hearing. That’s why our audiologists are certified experts in hearing loss and other hearing disorders. We are also an evidence-based practice. We use scientifically proven techniques and research to help you manage your hearing loss.
Meet Our Team
Dr. Ali Danesh, Ph.D., FAAA
Audiologist
Dr. Danesh specializes in tinnitus, balance disorders, and amplification. He has advanced knowledge and skills in the management and treatment of sound sensitivity disorders such as hyperacusis and misophonia. Dr. Danesh earned his Doctorate with an emphasis on auditory electrophysiology from the University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Danesh is a professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Florida Atlantic University. He also has a secondary appointment as Professor of Integrated Medical Sciences at Schmidt College of Medicine.
He teaches students in audiology, medicine, and speech-language pathology. Dr. Danesh is a board-certified, clinical audiologist who has presented more than 100 scientific papers in local, state, national, and international meetings. In recent years, Dr. Danesh has published more than 50 peer-reviewed scientific papers on topics related to hearing, tinnitus, and balance disorders in a variety of prestigious journals and proceedings. In addition to his clinical work here at Labyrinth Audiology, Dr. Danesh has held positions at the following academic institutions:
- Professor of Clinical Integrated Medical Sciences (Secondary), College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University.
- Volunteer faculty at Department of Otolaryngology, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami.
- Affiliate Voluntary Professor, Department of Psychology, College of Science, Florida Atlantic University.
- Affiliate Voluntary Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, College of Engineering, Florida Atlantic University.
- Adjunct Faculty, Department of Audiology, Salus University.
Kelly Jones, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
Dr. Jones received her Doctorate in Audiology from Nova Southeastern University with high honors. Prior to graduation she completed her externship at Labyrinth Audiology with a concentration on the evaluation and management of auditory and vestibular disorders in the adult population. In 2017, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders.
In addition to having experience in private practice settings, she also has had clinical rotations in hospitals and ENT practices with adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations. She has presented a poster at the American Academy of Audiology in Columbus, Ohio in 2019 on patients with rheumatoid arthritis and hearing loss, focusing on this population’s audiological concerns.
Dr. Jones enjoys reading books on the beach, exploring new and upcoming restaurants, and spending time with her loved ones.
Dr. Jones’s areas of expertise include the following:
- Diagnostic Audiology for the Adult Population
- Tinnitus Assessment and Management
- Selection and Fitting of Amplification
- Vestibular Assessment
Maryam Kaveh, B.S., B.A.
Audiology Assistant
Maryam received her Audiology Assistant Certification in Amplification from Nova Southeastern University and her Audiology Assistant Licensure from the Florida Department of Health in 2011. She also graduated from Mimar Sinan Fine Art University with a Bachelor of Science degree in interior design architecture and her Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design from Florida Atlantic University.
Maryam is an expert in 3D scanning of the ears, allowing the perfect digital capture of the ears’ anatomy to create custom hearing devices and earmolds. She also performs routine hearing aid cleanings and maintenance, performs hearing aid repairs, and teaches the patients helpful techniques for daily use of their hearing aids.
When Maryam is not in the office you can find her at the beach, in front of an easel, or making memories with her friends.
Harlee Atkins, BA, AuD-C
Audiology Resident
Harlee received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of South Florida in 2019. Currently, she is enrolled at Nova Southeastern University and is expected to graduate with her Doctorate in Audiology in 2024.
During her time at NSU Harlee has gained experience with many populations in a variety of clinical settings including adult and pediatric ENT clinics, hospitals, and private practices. She was also a recipient of the Audiology/Hearing Science Research Travel Award (ARTA) and was given the opportunity to present her research in Listening Effort at the 2022 ASHA convention in New Orleans.
Harlee’s areas of interest include diagnostic audiological and vestibular evaluations, hearing aid selection and fittings, and tinnitus evaluations and management. When not with patients you can find Harlee in a Barnes and Noble, sitting by the pool, or spending time at home with her family.
Dorreen Danesh, MD
Medical Community Liaison
Dorreen Danesh graduated medical school at the University of Florida. She subsequently trained at the Boston University Internal Medicine Residency Primary Care Program, where she earned the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award, 2021-2022 Resident Teaching Award, and the Boston University Internal Medicine Humanism Award. She is currently a 2023-2024 Fellow at the Harvard Palliative Care and Hospice Medicine Program in Boston. She is our medical community liaison and has a great compassion in helping her colleagues at Labyrinth Audiology.
Farzon Danesh, BS, Aud-C
Audiology Community Liaison
Farzon is a Doctor of Audiology student who is expected to graduate in 2024. His experience in audiology stems back to the age of sixteen where he first began his career working part-time at Labyrinth Audiology. Since then, he received his bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology where he grew a fond understanding and appreciation of science. Farzon is currently completing his residency and externship at the Miami Veterans Health System. He expects to provide a variety of expertises which includes amplification, vestibular assessment, cerumen management, and tinnitus assessment and management. When Farzon is not doing Audiology, he is playing pickleball, watching football, or cooking up his famous chicken teriyaki stir fry.
Misha Dilmaghani, BS
Patient Advocate and Community Liaison
Misha received her Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from Florida Atlantic University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in 2021. Currently, she is a medical student at Kansas City University in Missouri.
She received her Audiology Assistant Certification in Diagnostics from Nova Southeastern University, followed by her Audiology Assistant License from the Florida Department of Health in 2022. Before pursuing her audiology assistant licensure, Misha was Labyrinth Audiology’s Patient Care Coordinator from 2019 to 2021.
Misha is very passionate about hearing health and plans to continue her education by pursuing her medical degree.
During her free time, Misha enjoys playing piano, reading, and hiking with her dog Mushu.
How We Give Back to
Our Community
The team at Labyrinth Audiology is passionate about hearing healthcare and helping the people of Boca Raton and the surrounding areas experience better hearing. Our owner, Dr. Danesh, regularly volunteers in organizations related to hearing and is an advocate for people with communication disorders. Dr. Danesh is also a proud member of the following associations and organizations:
Insurance and Financing
At Labyrinth Audiology, we accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, United Healthcare, and Cigna, as well as most PPO options available through private insurances.
Major credit cards are accepted for payment and we also offer payment financing for 12-months with no interest through CareCredit and HealthiPlan.
If you have any questions about your insurance coverage, feel free to call our office or your insurance company directly. Please bring your insurance card to each appointment and let us know if your insurance plan or coverage has changed since we last saw you.
Please note that Labyrinth Audiology is out-of-network with Aetna and BlueCross BlueShield insurance providers.
