Expanding Access to Hearing Care: Andwell Welcomes Dr. Richard Bothfeld
LEWISTON, Maine – Andwell Health Partners is thrilled to welcome Richard Bothfeld, Au.D., an accomplished audiologist with more than two decades of experience helping people hear, communicate and stay connected to the people and moments that matter most.
Dr. Bothfeld joins Andwell with significant experience serving Maine communities. Most recently with Berrie’s Hearing Center in Gardiner. His previous roles include Central Maine Audiology in Lewiston, Pine Tree Society in Bath and MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta. His clinical experience spans comprehensive hearing evaluations, hearing aids, assistive listening devices and specialized audiological testing for patients across the lifespan.
During his time at Pine Tree Society, Dr. Bothfeld became Director of Audiology, providing care for both pediatric and adult patients. Earlier in his career, he established the Audiology Department at Littleton Regional Hospital in New Hampshire and provided audiological care in hospital, clinical and Veterans Affairs settings throughout New England.
Dr. Bothfeld earned his Clinical Doctorate of Audiology from Salus University and a Master of Education specializing in Hearing Disorders from James Madison University. He has been a member of the American Academy of Audiology since 2000.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Bothfeld join Andwell,” said Paul Kennedy, Administrative Director. “His extensive experience and dedication to patient-centered care will be a tremendous addition to our team as we expand access to hearing care for people throughout our communities.”
Dr. Bothfeld will see patients at Andwell Health Partners, 710 Main Street in Lewiston. Audiology services are available to anyone seeking hearing care and include comprehensive audiological evaluations and hearing aid services. Through relationships with hearing aid vendors, patients have access to professionally selected and supported hearing aid options as well as financing opportunities available through participating vendors.
Whether someone is concerned about changes in their hearing, needs a comprehensive hearing evaluation or is exploring hearing aids and other hearing solutions, Andwell’s audiology services provide a local resource for personalized care and support.
To learn more or schedule an appointment with Dr. Bothfeld, call 207-977-0944 and select the option for Audiology when prompted or visit andwell.org/audiology.