Our Professional Staff

Dr. Moneypenny is well respected by members of the community. Dr. Moneypenny treats patients like they are part of her family. Speaking of family, hearing loss runs in Dr. Moneypenny's family so she understands how hearing loss can impact all aspects of a person’s quality of life. Dr. Moneypenny is invested in providing individualized care to ensure that each patient experiences success with their hearing health care. Since July 2012, Dr. Moneypenny has served the patients of Advanced Hearing Care. Dr. Moneypenny has been recognized as an Elite Provider, one of the top providers in the country, for the past five years. Dr. Moneypenny lives in Alamogordo with her two children, Ava and Caden, and their golden doodle, Ryder.

Dr. Victoria Reyes was born and raised in Alamogordo New Mexico. She received her undergraduate degree at New Mexico State University and then went on to study at Utah State University where she received her doctorate in audiology. Victoria returned to her roots and the Tularosa Basin in 2017 when she joined the team at Advanced Hearing Care.  Her compassion and drive to serve the members of this community are deeply influenced by her family and upbringing within the local community. Dr. Reyes was motivated to enter the field of audiology after hereditary hearing loss emerged within her family. She has been fortunate for the opportunity to participate in humanitarian trips, providing hearing healthcare and fitting hearing aids on individuals in need, within urban and rural areas of Costa Rica and Kenya. In her spare time, Dr. Reyes enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and traveling the world experiencing various cultures and landscapes.

Dr. Cassandra Drenthe was born in Libertyville, Illinois. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee, and her Doctorate in Audiology from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Drenthe is interested in helping her patients reconnect with their friends and family after they experience a hearing loss. She understands that communication is how people stay connected to build and maintain relationships; and that the loss of that connection can be stressful. She has seen firsthand, from within her own family, how a hearing loss can isolate a family member from their loved ones and create separation. Dr. Drenthe is an animal lover counting her family to include two cats and a collie named Anya. Dr. Drenthe  enjoys music and she played the cello in an orchestra during undergrad. Dr. Drenthe enjoys art, photography, and reading. 

Makynzie is pursuing her Doctorate of Audiology (Au.D.) from Utah State University. She is currently in the final year of her graduate program and is a full-time Audiology Resident with Advanced Hearing Care. Makynzie received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Utah State University in 2017. She was born and raised in Utah. In her free time, Makynzie enjoys spending time in the outdoors hiking and mountain biking. She also enjoys swimming and spending time with her husband, son, and labradoodle.

Michael was born and raised in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Michael is pursuing a certification in hearing health sciences through the International Hearing Society in order to be a licensed hearing instrument specialist. During his free time Michael enjoys exercising and weightlifting, as well as spending time with his friends, family, and pets.

Angela was born and raised in New Mexico. She worked in the horse racing industry for over 20 years before settling down in Alamogordo. Angela has been a resident of Alamogordo for the past five years. She moved to Alamogordo because of its family friendly atmosphere. She enjoys spending her free time with her two children Brittany and Cameron.

Ana Sanchez is originally from Portland, Oregon. She has obtained a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Speech & Hearing Sciences at Portland State University, and would like to pursue her Doctorate of Audiology (Au.D) in the near future. Ana’s husband is in the Air Force, and they have moved them down to “The Land of Enchantment” for their first duty station. On Ana’s free time she loves to spend time with her dogs (Chibi & Navi), and finding new baking/cooking recipes to tryout!

Taylor is an Alamogordo native who has a passion for the healthcare industry. Taylor plans to attend NMSU-A to pursue a career in nursing. In her free time, Taylor enjoys spending time withfamily, including her son Jasper. 

Melodye is from Waynesburg, Ohio. Melodye has more than 40 years of experience in the medical industry. Melodye recently retired and moved to Alamogordo to be closer to her daughter Allison and her grandchildren.  In her free time, Melodye enjoys shopping, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren. 

Shannon was born in Ohio and is a graduate of Ohio University. Shannon has more than 17 years of combined experience working in customer service and human resources. Shannon is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of Advanced Hearing Care. He has a passion for spending time in the kitchen, and traveling the world to explore cultures and food.