Cochlear Implants: What They Are and When a Referral Makes Sense

Cochlear implants are a surgical treatment option for individuals with certain types of hearing loss who no longer benefit from traditional hearing aids. Unlike hearing aids, which amplify sound, cochlear implants bypass the damaged parts of the inner ear and directly stimulate the hearing nerve using electrical signals.

How We Help

A comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluation is the first step in determining whether cochlear implants may be worth exploring. If your results suggest that traditional hearing aids are no longer providing enough benefit, we’ll discuss what that means and whether a cochlear implant referral is appropriate for your situation.

When candidacy criteria may be met, we coordinate a referral to a cochlear implant specialist for full candidacy evaluation, programming, and ongoing care. Moving forward with any recommendation, including surgery, is always your decision.

Our role is to help you understand where you stand, answer your questions about how cochlear implants work and who they help, and make sure you’re connected with the right specialist if that’s the appropriate next step.