Vlad Gutierrez, BC-HIS

Upon moving to the United States with his wife, Vlad established himself in Portland, Oregon, where he trained at a hearing clinic and obtained his license as a Hearing Instrument Specialist. In 2004, he co-founded Mt. Hood Hearing, where his extensive education, training, and certifications have been pivotal to the practice’s success.

Vlad is Nationally Board Certified through the International Hearing Society, Tinnitus Care Provider Certified, and a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner. He also holds leadership positions as the current president of the Oregon Hearing Society and a board member of Oregon’s Advisory Council on Hearing Aids. His collaboration with Dr. Keith Darrow, PhD on the neuroscience of auditory-brain connections, further enriches his expertise.

Vlad’s dedication to employing advanced tools and techniques for hearing loss correction and management has resulted in high satisfaction rates among Mt. Hood Hearing’s patients. His innovative approach and personalized care make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he serves.

Outside of work, his creativity flourishes in the music industry, where he has co-written and self-produced several electronic music albums featured on streaming platforms and TV shows. Fluent in Spanish and currently learning Japanese, Vladimir embraces global cultures and connections. He enjoys traveling, watching Sumo, camping, hiking, and helping run “La Arepa,” a family-owned restaurant that celebrates traditional Venezuelan cuisine.