EARS IN BALANCE
Meet the Team
Established in 2015, Ears in Balance is a deticated vestibular audiology clinic providing assessment and care for people experiencing dizziness, vertigo and balance problems.
Medical Oversight
Dr Luke Chen
At Ears in Balance, Dr Luke Chen provides medical oversight and
clinical support, but does not consult directly with patients at
the clinic.
About Dr Chen
Dr Luke Chen is a neurologist and neuro-otologist. His clinical research interests include hearing and balance disorders,vestibular physiology and eye movement disorders in neurological disease such as multiple sclerosis and movement disorders. He undertook a Fellowship in neuro-otology with Professor Michael Halmagyi and his group from 2010 to 2014 at the Institute of Clinical Neurosciences, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and the University of Sydney. His PhD thesis examined quantitative head impulse testing, electrical vestibular stimulation and vestibular evoked myogenic potentials in central vestibular disorders.
If you require a consultation with Dr Luke Chen, details of his consulting rooms are available
here
OUR VESTIBULAR AUDIOLOGISTS
Clinical Team
Our experienced vestibular audiologists specialise in the assessment of dizziness and balance disorders, with a focus on clear communication and helping you understand your results.
Jessica Blakeley
About Jess
Jess is a highly skilled vestibular audiologist and the founder of Ears in Balance. Driven by her passion for vestibular diagnostics, she established Ears in Balance in 2015. With a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care, Jess has built a service that not only delivers high-quality care but also empowers patients to better understand and manage their symptoms of dizziness and vertigo.
Meriana Bishop
About Meriana
Meriana is a dedicated clinician who has spent her entire audiology career focused on developing expertise in vestibular diagnostics. Trained at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, she brings years of experience performing comprehensive audiovestibular assessments to Ears in Balance. Meriana understands the significant impact that dizziness and balance disorders can have on quality of life and finds it extremely rewarding to help people on their diagnostic journey.
Emina Omerovic
About Emina
Emina is an experienced vestibular audiologist who joined Ears in Balance in 2022. She started her audiology career in diagnostics and rehabilitation of hearing loss in adults and children, and now specialises in the assessment and management of dizziness and balance disorders. She is passionate about ensuring her patients have a clear understanding of their condition and are central to any decision making.
Kathryn Cainer
About Kathryn
Kathryn is an audiologist with over 20 years of experience and joined Ears in Balance in 2024. She has worked across a wide range of audiology settings and now specialises in the assessment and management of dizziness and balance disorders. Kathryn enjoys helping people make sense of their hearing and balance, and is passionate about educating and supporting patients during their diagnostic and treatment journey.
Aleksandra Odrowaz-Pieniazek
About Aleksandra
Aleksandra is a dedicated audiologist with years of experience working in diagnostics and hearing rehabilitation. She has recently transitioned into vestibular audiology, bringing a holistic understanding of the auditory and balance systems. Aleksandra is committed to providing a supportive environment where patients feel heard and reassured while navigating the complexities of dizziness and balance disorders.
All our audiologists are Audiology Australia accredited.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Practice Manager
Kay Rundle
MAICD, FLGPro, FIPAA
Kay supports the day-to-day operation of Ears in Balance and brings extensive leadership and management experience to the clinic.
About Kay
Kay is an experienced Chief Executive Officer with 15 years of experience leading local government organisations including Maribyrnong, Greater Geelong and Port Phillip. She has also established her own business providing leadership training and executive coaching to CEOs and senior leaders.