Renee Michelle Banakis Hartl, MD
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Dr. Renee Banakis Hartl is an Assistant Professor of Otology and Neurotology in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan. She specializes in diseases of the ear and hearing. Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Banakis Hartl completed a clinical doctorate degree in Audiology at Northwestern University. She subsequently completed residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Colorado, and she then went on to complete advanced fellowship training in Otology and Neurotology at the University of Michigan Ear. Dr. Banakis Hartl published numerous scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals and written several book chapters in otolaryngology texts. She is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and the American Neurotology Society. She is proficient in Spanish and American Sign Language.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Banakis Hartl has a strong interest in the advancement of scientific knowledge and is a funded researcher in hearing sciences. She is a clinical faculty member at the Kresge Hearing Research Institute and runs a human psychophysics lab where she leads research investigating binaural hearing, hearing impairment, and single-sided deafness using a specialized anechoic research chamber.Areas of Practice
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Otolaryngology Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
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Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5312Get Directions -
Otolaryngology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 210
Floor 2
Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201Get Directions
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University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
The overarching goal of my research is to contribute to the improvement of management of hearing disorders. As a clinician-scientist, I have a general interest in researching methods and technologies for improving strategies for managing hearing loss and helping to bring these innovations back to the clinic to improve the outcomes for patients with communication disorders.
Currently, I am focusing my work on improving metrics of binaural function and examining the benefits of auditory devices for performance on tasks of binaural hearing, with particular attention to outcomes for individuals undergoing medical or surgical rehabilitation for single-sided deafness.Patient Ratings & Comments
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December 3, 2025 - "This is the first time I have seen Dr. Banakis. It was a great experience-she was very friendly and put me at ease for [...]."
November 26, 2025 - "I have referred others to Dr. Banakis Hartl"
November 15, 2025 - "Dr Banakis listened to my concerns and provided options for on going care"
October 25, 2025 - "Dr Renee Banakis explained any issues regarding my hearing in way that was easy to comprehend. She took time to explain and cares about her patients!"
October 25, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis is excellent and I trust her to listen and help."
October 22, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis is excellent! I traveled [...] miles round trip but would travel much further if needed in order to be her patient."
October 15, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis Hartl is an exceptional physician. She is thorough and weighed every possible surgical option for me as I had a [...] that goes unseen. She is truly the best of the best! I have already recommended her [...]. Words alone cannot adequately describe my gratitude for Dr Banakis Hartl. She is phenomenal. Thank you!"
October 8, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis Hartl has been fantastic. She tolerates my questions [...] and always has great "bedside" manner."
October 2, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis is so good there is no way I have enough room on here to Talk about all the good things she does. Her communication is phenomenal. She explains everything thoroughly explains all the options in what she thinks is best. I trust her wholeheartedly [...] She's a star."
October 1, 2025 - "Dr. Banakis Hartl oozes with competency and excellence and efficiency. Very confident in her abilities to address my chronic condition. As a matter of get I had missed an appointment and was looking forward to seeing her for my check up and get me all squared. Who looks forward to doctor visits!! Me!"
