Our Staff

Rick Hartwick, NBC-HIS

Owner, CEO

Ricky Hartwick, NBC-HIS, is Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences. He is a current active member and former board member of the Kansas Hearing Society and a member of the International Hearing Society. Rick has been in the hearing health care profession for more than 32 years, with more than 10,640 “ears of experience”. Rick strives to stay current with the latest technological advances through continuing education which allows him to continue to provide the best care in the industry.

“We have the experience you need, the quality you can trust, and the service you can depend on, because your hearing is our ONLY concern!”

Darcie Hartwick, NBC-HIS

Nationally Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist, Certified Tinnitus Care Provider

Darcie Hartwick, NBC-HIS, is Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences and a Certified Tinnitus Care Provider. She grew up in and around the hearing care industry as her parents are Rick & Wendy Hartwick. She started working at Hartland Hearing Care Centers in 2008 as a Patient Care Coordinator, Office Manager and Marketing Director. She has spent the last 11 years learning every aspect of the hearing healthcare business both through attending training seminars several times a year and, after earning her temporary license in 2012, apprenticing under Rick. She earned her permanent license in April of 2013 after passing her state board exams. Darcie is also a member in good standing with the Kansas Hearing Society and the International Hearing Society.

“Growing up in and around the business I quickly became passionate about giving the gift of hearing to those in need. I’m very excited to work in depth with our hearing impaired community.”

Since 1987, we have prided ourselves on applying the age-old principle that the patient always comes first. Today, more than two decades later, the same principle applies. All our offices are staffed with highly-trained, caring hearing professionals committed to providing you with a lifetime of professional service.

Wendy Hartwick

Owner, Business Manager

Wendy Hartwick has been Co-Owner and Business Manager of Hartland Hearing Care Centers since its inception. She has worked alongside her husband in their dedication to helping people in the hearing health care field. 

“Nothing brings us more joy than knowing we‘ve made a difference in the lives of the hearing impaired.”

Hillery Walmsley

Patient Reviews

Read what some of our patients have to say about our staff and our office in our Google Reviews!

4.6 out of 5 Stars based on 407 Reviews on Google.

Fast service today. Thanks!

Reviewer Profile Photo David Zutterman, on Google

Polite and informative.

Reviewer Profile Photo Beverly Lewis, on Google

Great people and service. Highly recommend.

Reviewer Profile Photo Mark Maxwell, on Google

The only doctor when you walk in the door he introduces himself by his First name. good business caring doctor. i would recommend his business to anybody.

Reviewer Profile Photo Les Newey, on Google

The Hartland Hearing Care Center is an "exceptional" place to go when your hearing becomes a “scary” situation. No one likes to experience this issue. ALL the people at Hartland treats you like FAMILY. They are professional, friendly and very understanding about hearing loss. You will get the BEST care!...

Reviewer Profile Photo Char Shropshire, on Google

Pleasant Atmosphere; clean efficient friendly and professional environment.

Reviewer Profile Photo Pauline Byrd, on Google

They are wonderful people. I love them all. They treat you like family.

Reviewer Profile Photo Sharon Sutton, on Google

Very friendly and efficient.

Reviewer Profile Photo Kevin Jones, on Google

Everybody was kind and curious friendly and helpful a lot

Reviewer Profile Photo Lyle Bagley, on Google

Very helpful and fast. Answered all my questions and helped me get referred to who i need to go to.

Reviewer Profile Photo Skye Buentello, on Google

I always get great care from Darcy and Wendy. Good conversation too, which is the icing on the cake.

Reviewer Profile Photo Jerry Boland, on Google

Friendly and set an appointment in a timely manner. They have also followed up with me and answered any questions I had.

Reviewer Profile Photo Garry Kraushaar, on Google

The doctors and staff are always so helpful and answer questions plainly. One thing I have learnt is that people do not have their hearing checked early enough. They helped both my father and mother for many years.

Reviewer Profile Photo Shirley Marrs, on Google

Was a good visit, and the tests are always helpful. We look forward to our next visit.

Reviewer Profile Photo Larry Mull, on Google

Very good service!!

Reviewer Profile Photo Linda Reser-McIlwee, on Google

The team at Harland Hearing is excellent to work with.

Reviewer Profile Photo Floyd Conrade, on Google

The staff was friendly and very professional. The Dr made me comfortable with all the details of getting a hearing aid and each step that we would go through.

Reviewer Profile Photo Ginger Dodin, on Google

Heartland hearing is a good place to go. He helped me out a lot... I can hear again!

Reviewer Profile Photo Debby Wessel, on Google

Very helpful,,,,

Reviewer Profile Photo Trish Cleveland, on Google

Service was quick and very courteous.

Reviewer Profile Photo Patricia Hellman, on Google