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Pigeon Forge, TN - HearingLife
2430 Teaster Lane, Unit 111, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
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Tradezha Apkins

Hearing Instrument Specialist, Lic. #1124

Tradezha Apkins is a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist with a strong background in healthcare, clinical support, and hearing health services. Driven by a lifelong passion for making a meaningful impact in healthcare, she began developing her clinical foundation early through participation in Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), community service initiatives, and hands-on patient care experiences.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a minor in American Sign Language from Converse University, where she further strengthened her scientific and analytical expertise through laboratory research and clinical shadowing opportunities. Her academic and professional experiences cultivated a deep understanding of healthcare delivery, patient advocacy, and evidence-based care.

Tradezha’s career in hearing healthcare began with HearingLife, where she served as a Patient Care Coordinator before completing a state-approved apprenticeship and earning licensure as a Hearing Instrument Specialist in Tennessee. In her current role, she is dedicated to improving quality of life through hearing evaluations, personalized hearing solutions, and compassionate education.

Outside of her clinical work, Tradezha remains committed to serving her community through church outreach, volunteer service, and local engagement initiatives. She is passionate about combining science, empathy, and education to help individuals reconnect with the world around them through better hearing.

Meet the Team
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Tradezha Apkins
Hearing Instrument Specialist, Lic. #1124
Reviews
4.8/5
65 reviews
Rodney Inman
a month ago

Wish I didn’t live out of town son I could be a patient of hearing life. Ashtyn represents the company like a true professional. I highly recommend getting hearing aids with Ashtyn the provider. He actually cares about you unlike other places.

Joel Roberts
3 months ago

Ashtyn took wonderful care of my 81 year old father. He was extremely kind and patient. He spent plenty of time with my dad not rushing through his exam. He is very knowledgeable explaining to any depth our questions. You can tell he loves what he does. He made adjustments to my father hearing aid that had a profound and immediate improvement. I am so happy with Ashtyn that I am arranging to take my mother in law to him soon.

Jerrod White
3 months ago

We are so great full for Hearing Life we are on vacation in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. MY husband forgot his filters for his Hearing aids we were going to lunch and right next store was the Hearing Life store we hoped in they didn't even know us but the gentleman was so nice and asked he could help we told him our situation he happened to have what we needed on hand. When I asked what I owed for his products and assistance and proceed to tell is we owed him nothing thanks for stopping in and if he could be of anymore assistance while we were in town don't hesitate to stop back in what a great place and great people if ever need new Hearing aids they will come from The Hearing Life.

Bonny McIntire
3 months ago

Stopped by on Tuesday to make an appointment. Ashtyn took me right in. Asked me some questions my hearing aids. Turned out my hearing aids needed an update and a good cleaning. My hearing aids are working great now. Thank you.

Glenn Kay
3 months ago

Ashtyn was absolutely awesome with me. Very knowledgeable and educational. I truly enjoyed my visit. He took his time and seemed to be sincerely interested in me and my needs not just trying to sell a product. He explained everything and I was quite Impressed. I would highly recommend anyone to go get this free evaluation even before you think you may need hearing aids. I think you’ll be surprised. No high pressure sales pitch to purchase his hearing aids either. Just a great hour spent on education and how hearing loss affects our lives and hearing aids can improve them. Ashtyn is truly great.

We offer hearing assessments and hearing aids at our Pigeon Forge, TN Hearing Aid Center

Welcome to HearingLife's hearing center in Pigeon Forge, TN. HearingLife's licensed hearing care providers in Tennessee will help you to achieve better hearing.

All HearingLife locations offer:

  • Complimentary hearing assessments.*

  • Expert care by licensed providers.

  • The opportunity to test how Oticon® hearing aids work and feel in our office.

If you have concerns about your hearing, we invite you to book a no-obligation hearing assessment. You can request an appointment online or call (865) 366-0313.


Check your hearing in Sevier County, Tennessee

Have you experienced a change in your hearing? Do you have tinnitusor buzzing in your ears? If so, we welcome you to schedule a hearing assessment with a hearing care professional in our Pigeon Forge office. You can also check your hearing online.

The hearing assessment is complimentary, and we accept many types of hearing aid insurance.

Do you know what to expect at your first appointment with HearingLife? 

A hearing assessment is the first step to see if you have hearing loss. A licensed hearing care provider will inspect your ears and use various methods to check your hearing. You will sit in a comfortable soundproof room or sound booth and wear headphones. Then we will ask you to listen to and respond to various tones, speech sounds and voices.

Your responses will be recorded on an audiogram and the results will help indicate if you have hearing loss or not. We are happy to answer any questions and fully review your results with you. After that, we can discuss next steps.

Generally a hearing assessment and consultation takes less than an hour. Learn more about your hearing when you visit us. 

Hearing aids in Pigeon Forge, TN

If your hearing assessment demonstrates that you need hearing aids in Pigeon Forge, there are a options for you to discuss with your provider:

  1. We will demonstrate the different types of hearing aids, including behind-the-ear hearing aids and almost invisible hearing aids. Together with your hearing care provider, you will identify what is the best hearing aid for your lifestyle.

  2. You will be able to try on and test out how the hearing aids feel and work. If you need an in-the-ear hearing aid that is personally molded to your ears, we will take an impression of your inner ear.

  3. We will fit or order the devices and program them to meet your individual hearing needs.

Today's hearing aids are modern, tasteful and discreet. In addition, our hearing aids are more technically advanced than ever before. We carry rechargeable hearing aids and offer a wide array of connectivity options via Bluetooth®.

We are confident that you will love your new hearing aids, but if you aren't completely satisfied with them, you have 30 days** to return them. Read more about trying hearing aids risk-free.

If you have been wearing hearing aids for years, you might not have noticed changes in your hearing. HearingLife offers hearing wellness visits where we can check to see if your current aids require a cleaning or reprogramming, and to address any repair or maintenance or other concerns. 

Hearing care provider in Pigeon Forge, TN

All HearingLife hearing care providers are licensed by state. Our providers receive ongoing training in the latest hearing care and hearing technology.

Our licensed providers in Pigeon Forge can help you with:

  • Hearing assessments.
  • Individual hearing solutions.
  • Testing hearing aids, accessories, repairs and follow-up care.

Our professionals can help you and your loved ones improve your communication with each other, in various situations, both with and without hearing aids.

Let HearingLife's professionals in Pigeon Forge help you reach your full hearing potential.

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No down payment at HearingLife, plus Interest-Free Financing with 36 Equal Monthly Payments† on qualifying purchases with the CareCredit credit card from 9/1/26 thru 9/30/26.  Minimum purchase of $5,000 required.

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PLUS - see if you qualify for our 30-day Risk-free trial!**!

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Oticon Zircon

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  • Sleek behind-the-ear hearing aid style
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  • Lower-cost for those with budget limitations