Nanaimo Hearing Clinic

Hanan Merrill loves to help people solve problems. As a hearing instrument practitioner, Hanan enjoys the opportunity to know his clients in a relaxed atmosphere and look for ways to minimize the effects of hearing loss.

One of his greatest joys is when his clients report communicating easier, feeling more confident and relaxed, and being in tune with life because of well-tuned hearing aids.

Shelagh Merrill values peace and tranquility when available. This value shines through in her choice of decor for the clinic. Many clients appreciate the comfortable, relaxing atmosphere that she has helped to create.

In her spare time, Shelagh enjoys reading, hiking and doing puzzles with her parents.

Giselle Rodríguez is a registered audiologist and hearing instrument specialist in the province of British Columbia. Giselle has worked in public and private practice settings since 2023, and has a special interest in aging, cognition and speech perception.

Outside of the clinic, Giselle loves to swim, travel, cook, and camp with her family.

Renae and her husband have resided in Nanaimo for 27 years. Their family now grown, the exciting chapter of becoming grandparents has begun.

Life at Nanaimo Hearing Clinic is also a joy for Renae, who has worked in the hearing care industry for nearly 18 years. She relishes following her true calling alongside a team she’s incredibly fond of.

Over the years, Renae has witnessed the evolution of hearing technology along with having the pleasure of meeting many wonderful clients. She remains enthusiastic about educating them and improving their lives.

Renae’s responsibilities include performing hearing aid clean and checks, making repairs, solving technical problems, general troubleshooting and occasionally filling in at the reception desk. She is also a certified industrial audiometric technician, meaning she can perform WorkSafe testing within the clinic as well as pre-employment testing and baseline tests. Regardless of the task Renae is engaged in, she always ensures clients receive a wonderful, easy and supportive hearing care experience.

Outside of work, Renae keeps active by spending time outdoors, walking, swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding and enjoying her yard and garden. She also has two cats and an amazing Shih Tzu-poodle cross called Kaysi—who is almost 16 years old—whom she loves dearly.