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Following the completion of her clinical residency, Dr. Wilkins spent five years working alongside leading neurotologists at Tampa Bay Hearing and Balance, where she gained extensive experience managing complex hearing and balance conditions. She later founded Aspire Hearing Solutions in 2017 with the vision of creating a practice centered on exceptional care, advanced technology, and meaningful patient relationships.

Dr. Wilkins’ clinical interests include hearing aids, implantable hearing devices, and the integration of cutting-edge solutions such as Lenire for tinnitus management. She is passionate about helping patients reconnect—with their loved ones, their communities, and the moments that matter most—through individualized, evidence-based care.

What Dr. Wilkins enjoys most about her work is treating patients like family and restoring connection through better hearing. As a practice owner, she also values building and mentoring a strong clinical team and supporting their professional growth. Beyond the clinic, she is deeply committed to giving back to the community, with a special focus on supporting youth programs such as 4H and FFA.

Outside of work, Dr. Wilkins has been married for over ten years and is the proud mother of two children, Colton and Callie. She also has a corgi named Cody. She enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors, and being with her family. A fun fact—Dr. Wilkins was formerly a gymnast on the U.S. National Team.

Dr. Mattingly enjoys working with patients of all ages and is especially passionate about supporting individuals throughout their journey to better hearing. Having hearing loss herself, she brings a unique level of understanding and empathy to patient care. She strives to make the hearing process as seamless and straightforward as possible, recognizing that every patient’s experience is different.

What Dr. Mattingly enjoys most about her work at Aspire Hearing Solutions is the supportive, family-like culture of the practice. She values the encouragement to utilize her degree to its full scope of practice, allowing her to provide the highest level of care for her patients.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Mattingly enjoys reading, visiting theme parks, attending comedy shows and concerts, and hiking. She lives with her partner of six years, Rob, and their two French bulldogs, Enzo and Ellie. Originally from Maryland, she enjoys staying connected with her family there.

Dr. Fontanelli is deeply committed to hearing rehabilitation with a strong emphasis on individualized, patient-centered care. Her clinical interests include hearing aid selection, fitting, and ongoing follow-up to optimize communication outcomes, as well as tinnitus evaluation and management. She is particularly passionate about supporting adults and seniors in improving quality of life, social connection, and overall well-being through better hearing.

What Dr. Fontanelli enjoys most about her work at Aspire Hearing Solutions is providing compassionate, human-centered care and building trust-based relationships grounded in empathy, education, and long-term hearing health. She strives to ensure each patient feels heard, supported, and confident throughout their hearing journey.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Fontanelli enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, learning about health and wellness, and continuing her professional education. She also enjoys connecting with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Born and raised in Western Washington State, Liz comes from a retired military family and has lived and worked in diverse environments across the country and abroad. Her wide-ranging experience allows her to provide knowledgeable, compassionate support to both patients and staff.

Liz is passionate about helping people and finds great fulfillment in seeing how improved hearing allows patients to re-engage in conversations and reconnect with their loved ones. What she enjoys most about her work at Aspire Hearing Solutions is the meaningful connections she builds with patients and their families.

Outside of the office, Liz is married and has three children. She and her family have two dogs they brought with them to Florida from Guam. As avid world travelers, her family especially loves Japan. Liz also enjoys trying new foods, embracing new experiences, and living an adventurous lifestyle.

Maria completed her Medical Assistant training at Everest University in Lakeland and is a graduate of Auburndale High School. She currently works at Aspire’s Winter Haven location and is excited to be part of the continued growth and success of the practice.

What Maria enjoys most about her role is working alongside a supportive team and helping patients navigate hearing loss with compassion and care. She values being part of a practice that prioritizes patient-centered service and long-term relationships.

Outside of the office, Maria is the middle child of five and enjoys traveling, reading, visiting theme parks, hiking, riding her motorcycle, and spending quality time with her family.