John Chakan
Co-Owner/Practice Manager
John Chakan is the practice manager and co-owner of Berkeley Hearing Center. John is the heart of our welcoming community, dedicated to ensuring every patient feels supported from their first step through our doors. He has a bachelor of arts from Stanford University in theater and performance studies and psychology. John is recognized as an innovative practice owner in the audiological field and currently serves on ReSound’s Practice Advisory Board. He combines this knowledge with a rich background in leadership and entrepreneurship.
His career has focused on making a difference in people’s lives—from directing a children's summer camp alongside his wife, Kelly, to his partnership with Jonathan. John understands the transformational power of creating intentional, nurturing environments. John discovered a profound alignment with Berkeley Hearing Center’s ethos: prioritizing patient needs and delivering gold-standard care.
John is committed to fostering an atmosphere where individuals are challenged to explore beyond their comfort zones, whether it's through innovative camp activities or navigating their hearing healthcare journey. His dedication ensures that Berkeley Hearing Center is not just a clinic but a supportive community striving to maximize people’s hearing to better engage in their lives.
Why Audiology?
“From a serendipitous introduction, I quickly discovered Jonathan was (is!) a deeply good person, someone who cares about his patients, their families, and his community. AND I quickly found a kindred spirit who also believed that the right thing to do was to put the patients’ needs first. I am excited about what we are building at this practice, and we strive to always get better as we look to maximize people’s hearing to better engage in their lives."
