Our Professional Staff

Son of our Founders, David Brown grew up in the hearing industry. He earned his first Hearing Instrument Specialist license in 2002, and now is National Board-Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences.

For over 20 years, Eddie Toohey has proudly served patients across Texas as a Board-Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist with Brown Hearing Centers. Eddie’s journey in hearing healthcare began in 2003, inspired by his family’s legacy in the field.

Mr. Toohey has dedicated his career to the hearing needs of Texas and Louisiana. In 1986, he began working as a Hearing Instrument Specialist for Brown Hearing Centers. As President of Operations, he is based at our corporate headquarters in Orange, Texas.

Mr. Toohey, grandson of our founder, began working in the family business in 2006. After graduating from Lamar University in 2011, he began his career as a hearing instrument specialist. Matthew is a member of the Texas Hearing Aid Association, as well as the International Hearing Society.

Casey began his career with Brown Hearing Centers while still in high school and continued working with us throughout his college years. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Audiology, he successfully completed the necessary examinations to obtain his Texas Hearing Instrument Specialist License.

Mr. Bland services patients in Louisiana and has been a dedicated hearing professional for Brown Hearing Centers since 1997. He is a member of the Louisiana Society of Hearing Aid Specialists.

Karlene, daughter of our founder, grew up in the family business and began working for us as a high school student and maintained her employment with the company during her time at college. She has been a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist since 1983.

Philip Fuentes, the southernmost member of our Central Texas team, brings over a decade of experience to the Greater San Antonio and surrounding areas.

Spencer remains a valued member of our team, now bringing his expertise and dedication to Southeast Texas. Based in our Nederland and Kirbyville offices, he is perfectly positioned to serve clients across the East Texas region.

Maribel, a Hearing Instrument Technician in Central Texas, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Brown Hearing Centers. Relocating to the Austin area from Longview, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology and a Master’s in Communication Science and Disorders.

Nick, a dedicated Hearing Instrument Specialist based in Victoria, Texas, holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Business Administration.

Kolton R. Sorensen, a native of St. George, Utah, graduated from Dixie State University in 2017. In 2019, he relocated to Austin, Texas, to advance his career in Surgical Technologies.