The Cochlear Implant Program offers the most up-to-date technology for the hard of hearing. Adults who wish to be considered for cochlear implants must have had at least partial hearing in the past and have the capabilities for intelligible speech. At a minimum, the individual should demonstrate severe hearing loss (70 dB or worse) in both ears and a history of hearing aid use. Those interested in implants can review:

• Evaluation for candidacy
• Surgery and risks
• Implant programming
• Aural rehabilitation
• Expected results
• Research