Board Nominations

TAA 2026 Board of Directors Nominations

President-Elect

HOLLY PAVLICEK

I am honored to currently serve on the Texas Academy of Audiology Board of Directors as Vice President of Membership, and I am excited for the opportunity to be considered for the role of President-Elect.

My passion for Audiology extends beyond serving the patients—it also includes advocating for our profession, supporting our providers, and strengthening our community of audiologists across Texas. As an organization, TAA strives for excellence in audiology services while upholding the highest standards of practice and professional conduct.

In my time on the board, I have seen firsthand the groundwork laid by our past leaders, and I am committed to building upon their vision while continuing to move our profession forward.



I am proud to be part of a field that makes such a meaningful difference in the lives of others, and I am eager to help lead our profession through the challenges and opportunities ahead. It would be a privilege to earn your vote and to continue advocating for Texas Audiologists as we grow stronger together.

Secretary/Treasurer

SARAH MCALEXANDER

Dr. Sarah McAlexander is a pediatric audiologist with Texas Hearing Institute, a non-profit clinic serving children with hearing loss in Houston, TX. She obtained her Doctorate of Audiology from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2021, specializing in Early Identification and Management of Children with Hearing Loss. She additionally completed coursework in interdisciplinary care for children with multiple disabilities as a Leadership in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) fellow.

Dr. McAlexander completed her Bachelor of Science in Disability Studies and Child Studies at Vanderbilt University in 2017. She received additional training in advanced cochlear implant programming through the Institute for Cochlear Implant Training in 2022. Dr. McAlexander currently manages Texas Hearing Institute’s ABR program, ensuring all infants seen at THI receive timely access to diagnosis and intervention services in accordance with CDC guidelines.

She holds clinical certifications from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA CCC-A) and the American Board of Audiology (ABAC), and an additional Pediatric Audiology Specialty Certification through the American Board of Audiology (ABA).

Dr. McAlexander actively contributes to the audiology community on both the state and national level. She serves as the chair of the Student Academy of Audiology Advisory Committee for AAA, volunteers for various committees involved in organizing the annual AAA conferences, and sits on the Board of Trustees for the AAA Foundation. She currently holds a position on the Texas Academy of Audiology (TAA) Board of Directors as the Secretary/Treasurer.

She has presented at various audiology conferences, including the annual American Academy of Audiology (AAA) conferences and the annual Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) conferences; and her research on newborn hearing screening has been published in the International Journal of Audiology.

Statement of Interest:
Throughout the last two years, I have had the privilege to serve on the Texas Academy of Audiology (TAA) Board of Directors as the Treasurer/Secretary, and I am honored to have the opportunity to run to continue my service in this capacity. I have lived in Texas for four years and I am truly grateful to belong to the incredible community of audiologists in this state - it is exciting to work with other audiologists who are just as passionate as I am about improving access to care, increasing public awareness of hearing healthcare, and fostering community and connections between audiologists across the state of Texas.

During my time on the Board of Directors, I have been able to work with other board members to ensure that we provide Texas audiologists access to excellent continuing education through our annual conferences and advocate for important audiology related legislation at the state level. I hope to continue my service on the Board of Directors as the treasurer/secretary for the next two years, assisting in ensuring productive and efficient meetings that enable us to better serve the audiologists of Texas and working to make sure our finances can support our continued growth as an organization. My experience serving in this capacity over the last two years puts me in an excellent position to continue to work on various TAA initiatives.

In addition, my experience working closely with the American Academy of Audiology (AAA) as the chair of the Student Academy of Audiology Advisory Committee and AAA Foundation, and as a volunteer for various conference planning committees, has helped me create a wide network of audiology contacts across the country as we look to collaborate with other states, introduce new legislation that pushes our profession forward, and identify excellent speakers for our annual conferences.

Thank you for your consideration - it has been a true honor serving Texas audiologists and I look forward to continuing to work and collaborate with you for years to come!

Member-At-Large (3 openings)

ANDREA GOHMERT

Andrea Gohmert, AuD, is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Tyler, where she also serves as a Clinical Audiologist at the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center. With over three decades of experience in audiology, Dr. Gohmert has held leadership roles in clinical operations, education, and professional advocacy.

Prior to her current role, she was Director of Audiology Clinical Operations and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas Callier Center for Communication Disorders. Dr. Gohmert earned her Doctor of Audiology from the University of Florida, a Master of Science in Audiology from Vanderbilt University, and a Bachelor of Science in Education from Baylor University. She is board-certified in audiology and holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A).

Her clinical expertise spans pediatric audiology, vestibular diagnostics, and cochlear implants. As an active contributor to the field, Dr. Gohmert has published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national conferences on topics including early hearing detection, vestibular disorders, and audiology coding and reimbursement. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education and is a Fellow of the National Academies of Practice.

I am writing to express my interest in serving on the Board of the Texas Academy of Audiology. As a member of the Academy and a passionate advocate for excellence in audiologic care, education, and professional development, I would be honored to contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of our organization.

With over 30 years of clinical and academic experience, I currently serve as Clinical Associate Professor and Audiologist at the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center. My previous roles include Director of Audiology Clinical Operations and Clinical Assistant Professor at the UT Dallas Callier Center, where I led initiatives in clinical education, coding and reimbursement advocacy, and pediatric and vestibular audiology.

Throughout my career, I have actively engaged in professional service, including serving on the Board of Directors for the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education and contributing to national committees such as the American Academy of Audiology’s Coding and Reimbursement Committee. I have also presented at TAA and AAA conferences and authored publications addressing clinical innovation, education, and access to care.



I am deeply committed to advancing the mission of the Texas Academy of Audiology and supporting our members in professional issues and advocacy. I welcome the opportunity to bring my experience and enthusiasm to the Board and help shape the future of audiology in Texas.

SANDY MAGALLAN

Sandy Magallan, Au.D. has been instrumental in shaping the future of hearing healthcare in South Texas, specifically the Rio Grande Valley. As a former professor at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, she created three audiology clinics within the School of Medicine and successfully planned an Audiology-track focused on training future audiology assistants via the Communication Sciences and Disorders program. Recently, she moved to Doctor’s Hospital at Renaissance and is expanding audiology services via five ENT clinics.

When not working in the clinic, Sandy is working diligently on expanding pediatric hearing healthcare. She co-founded the regional Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Walk with Texas Hands and Voices (TXHV), which has become one of the largest state events for TXHV. She is also a healthcare champion for Easter Seal’s Help Me Grow program since its inception. Finally, she is on the Spanish-speaker CI Protocol Taskforce for ACIA.

Sandy Magallan is passionate about tackling many obstacles in our profession. When not focused on audiology related tasks, Sandy enjoys primitive camping, creating art, and traveling to Mexican beaches with her husband and children.

EMILY BODISH

Dr. Emily Bodish is a dedicated advocate for the audiology profession, passionate about promoting and advancing the importance of hearing healthcare. With leadership experience as the previous president of the Dallas Audiology Society and current vice president, she is committed to serving her community and encouraging education on the critical role of audiology.

She holds a Doctor of Audiology degree from the University of North Texas (2021) and has worked in both private practice and ENT settings. She is currently pursuing building a brand that aims to prioritize preventative care.

Elections will be held during the TAA General Membership Meeting on October 12, 2025