Clinical Staff

Meet Your Care Team

Matthew Brady

Matthew Brady is an experienced audiologist specializing in diagnostic audiological testing for all ages and hearing aid services for adults. He holds a Doctor of Audiology (AuD) degree and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CCC-A). 

Matthew chose Mountain Region Speech and Hearing for its patient-centered approach and commitment to providing high-quality audiological services to the community. Matthew strives to make his patients feel at ease during their visits, providing thorough and compassionate care.

Outside of work, Matthew enjoys reading, gardening, and woodworking, all of which allow him to relax and unwind.

Skylar Pentasuglia

Dr. Pentasuglia is a licensed audiologist with a personal connection to the world of hearing health. Having experienced hearing loss herself, she understands how challenging—and life-changing—it can be. That experience is what inspired her to pursue a career in audiology and fuels her passion for helping others navigate their own hearing journeys.

She enjoys working with patients of all ages and believes in a warm, patient-centered approach that focuses on listening, education, and finding the right hearing solutions for each individual.

When not in the clinic, she loves being outdoors, and spending time with her family and her 2 dogs. 

Lindsey Weise

Lindsey Weise is a licensed speech-language pathologist that works with individuals across the lifespan. She specializes in speech sound disorders, receptive/expressive language, social communication/pragmatic language, and early intervention.

She chose Mountain Region for its patient-centered care and mission to serve with compassion. Lindsey is dedicated to providing quality care and advocating for her patients. 

Outside of the office, Lindsey enjoys spending time with friends and family, baking, and thrifting.

Kaley Briggs

Kaley is a licensed speech-language pathologist who specializes in adult cognitive and swallowing disorders, adolescent pragmatics, and school-age articulation therapy. She is certified in the McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP), VitalStim Therapy, and Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT).

Kaley chose Mountain Region Speech & Hearing because of its strong commitment to serving families in the Appalachian region and making high-quality therapy accessible close to home. Her goal is to keep therapy encouraging, individualized, and practical so clients can succeed where it matters most—everyday life.

When she’s not in the clinic, Kaley enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her corgi, Bogey. She’s happiest with a taco in hand and her Kindle close by.

Nina King

Nina King is a licensed speech-language pathologist specializing in treating children with delayed language and phonological disorders, as well as adults recovering from CVA or TBI. She holds a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and is certified by ASHA and VitalStim.

Nina’s goal is for her patients to leave each session feeling accomplished. She chose Mountain Region Speech and Hearing for its diverse caseload and the opportunity to work with both children and adults.

Outside of work, Nina enjoys hiking and watching movies with her family. In her free time, she loves attending local football games and supporting her daughters’ performances and competitions.

Jody Rice

Jody Rice is a speech-language pathologist specializing in medical speech-language pathology. She has extensive experience in outpatient, acute care, short-stay rehabilitation, and long-term care settings. Jody is a certified FEES endoscopist, with professional specialties in dysphagia, adult neurogenic communication disorders, and hospice and palliative care.

She chose to work at Mountain Region Speech and Hearing for its commitment to patient-centered care and its vision to improve dysphagia evaluation practices in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.

Outside of work, Jody enjoys spending time with her five children, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, walking, hiking, and relaxing by the pool.

Beth James

Beth James is a Clinical Fellow Speech-Language Pathologist with MRSHC. She earned a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from East Tennessee State University. Beth enjoys working with individuals across the lifespan and has special interests in adult language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders as well as school-age language and articulation therapy.

Beth was drawn to Mountain Region Speech and Hearing Center because of its mission to provide exceptional speech, hearing, and swallowing services to individuals and families throughout the Appalachian region. She values the center’s commitment to ensuring that quality care is accessible to everyone and is passionate about helping clients develop the communication skills they need in everyday life. 

When she’s not at work, Beth enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog, Bo. In her free time, you can often find her hiking, white-water rafting, watching a good movie, or searching for her next favorite ice cream shop. 

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Administrative Staff

Meet Your Support Team

Karen Dale

Brenda Dishner

Linda Dockery

Rebecca Vincent

Kristina Hawes