About Us

Hearing Aid Studio in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a locally owned and operated hearing center dedicated to delivering personalized, accessible, and professional audiology services. With over 30 years of combined experience, Dr. Terri Lightbody and Scot Lightbody bring deep clinical expertise and first‑hand understanding of hearing challenges. They believe in an unbundled pricing model, allowing clients to pay only for necessary services—a philosophy rooted in fairness and transparency.

The studio provides comprehensive hearing evaluations using advanced diagnostic tools such as pure‑tone, bone conduction, and speech comprehension testing, ensuring a precise understanding of each patient’s hearing loss. From that foundation, clients receive tailored recommendations, whether it involves prescription hearing aids, over‑the‑counter devices, musician’s ear protection, tinnitus management, earwax removal, or hearing aid repair and maintenance .

Their hearing aid offerings span top industry brands like Signia, Oticon, Phonak, and Sony, featuring cutting-edge technology—including Bluetooth connectivity, rechargeable batteries, and discreet in‑the‑ear and behind‑the‑ear models. Through a transparent, tiered pricing structure—ranging from Economy to Premium levels—they empower clients to choose solutions based on lifestyle needs and budget, free from unnecessary add‑ons.

At the heart of their mission is improving patients’ quality of life by enhancing hearing clarity, reducing social isolation, and minimizing cognitive strain, thereby supporting healthier, more connected living . Financing options through healthcare credit further ensure that advanced hearing care remains within reach.

Whether serving Wilmington or the wider Cape Fear region—including places like Leland, Surf City, and Southport—the Hearing Aid Studio stands out for its community focus, technical proficiency, and unwavering commitment to treating clients as individuals, not case numbers. Their holistic approach combines expert diagnostics, customized device selection, ongoing support, and a value-driven, transparent pricing philosophy to deliver highly effective hearing care that adapts to each person’s needs.