LeighAnna Morris, AuD

Dr. Morris earned her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University
of Virginia in 2015. She then earned her Doctorate of Audiology from the University of Tennessee Health
Science Center in 2019, where she graduated summa cum laude. She completed her audiology
fellowship at the University of Virginia Health System. Dr. Morris is a member of the American Speech-
Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) as well as the Speech and Hearing Association of Virginia
(SHAV). She has presented her research at national conferences for both ASHA and the American
Cochlear Implant Alliance (ACIA). After spending many years in hospital systems (Medical College of
Georgia, Eastern Virginia Medical School), she is thrilled to be back in Charlottesville serving the
community which has served her so well over the years.
Dr. Morris first became interested in Audiology due to her love of music. She is a classically trained
musician and cannot imagine being unable to hear and appreciate its nuances. She has also had tinnitus
(ringing in her ears) for about 15 years and developed hearing loss in the last 2 years. Dr. Morris uses
binaural amplification to mitigate the effects of her hearing loss and mask her tinnitus. She is a proud
member of the deaf and hard of hearing community and finds great joy in giving her patients optimal
hearing healthcare by following best practices.
In her spare time, Dr. Morris enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog, Charlotte, who is
named after Charlottesville. She also enjoys cheering on the ‘Hoos, especially during basketball season,
cooking, and exploring new places.