Dr. Zimmel has 13+ years of clinical experience as an audiologist. Her experience includes work in both the clinical and private practice sectors. In 2009, Dr. Zimmel founded Advantage Audiology & Hearing Healthcare in an effort to better meet the needs of those with hearing related issues residing in the greater Bemidji area. After serving her patients for 10 years, Dr. Zimmel made the decision to transfer ownership of her practice to the caring and qualified hands of Dr. Sara Downs and Dr. Jonathan Gervais of Hearing Wellness Center. For the past 3+ years,
Dr. Zimmel has, and continues to, provide audiological services for Indian Health Services. Circumstances have aligned to allow Dr. Zimmel to come full circle and join Dr. Downs and Dr. Gervais at Hearing Wellness Center in Bemidji where she looks forward to serving both previous and new patients on Mondays of each week.
Dr. Zimmel’s clinical philosophy is one of individualized care, personal attention, and connection. She strives to form honest connections with patients to ensure their hearing healthcare needs are understood and treated in the most appropriate manner.
Dr. Zimmel is happily married to her high school sweetheart, Nick. Together they have three children. Outside of the office, Dr. Zimmel and her family enjoy relaxing at home, spending time at the lake, and creating memories with extended family and friends. Aside from hearing, her passions include spreading awareness of dyslexia and providing others with the knowledge and tools necessary to live life to their fullest potential.
Educational Background
- B.A. Speech Language and Hearing Sciences from Minnesota State University, Moorhead
- M.A. in Audiology from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- Completed 1 year of residency at Brainerd Lakes Health ENT/Audiology
- Au.D. from University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- Board Certified in Audiology since 2009