Why Choose USC Cochlear Implant Program
Knowledge and Experience
The USC cochlear implant team has over 25 years of experience providing clinical services for more than 750 cochlear implant procedures. Our team combines the most recent findings from clinical and research work in an evidence-based approach to improve cochlear implant outcomes and enhance the way we serve our patients.
Team Approach
The program employs a comprehensive team approach, involving surgeons, audiologists, speech-language pathologists, researchers, and other professionals who collaborate to provide personalized care. This model ensures complete management from evaluation and surgery through recovery and rehabilitation to address each patient’s unique needs. By integrating expertise from various specialties, the program optimizes clinical outcomes and supports patients throughout their cochlear implant journey.
Patient-Centered and Cutting-Edge Care
Patient-centered care is the cornerstone of our cochlear implant program, ensuring individualized assessment, diagnosis, programming, and rehabilitation tailored to each patient’s unique needs. We combine this approach with state-of-the-art care using the latest technologies, programming strategies, and rehabilitation techniques to guarantees that patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.
Research and Development
The USC cochlear implant team is actively involved in research aimed at enhancing differential diagnosis, implant programming, and rehabilitationoutcomes. This involvement ensures that patients benefit from the latest advancements and innovations derived from our ongoing research efforts.
Proven Success
With a long history of successful outcomes and high patient satisfaction, the USC Cochlear Implant Program is recognized for its high standards and excellence. Our comprehensive approach, experienced team, and GOLD ranking as the best audiology practice in the state underscore our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
Candidates for Cochlear Implants
Who is a candidate for receiving a cochlear implant? Below are some criteria to consider:
- Significant hearing loss in one or both ears
- Minimal benefit from hearing aids
- Family support
- Motivation to learn to use the implant and participate in aural rehabilitation
- No medical issues preventing surgery
Tests, Treatments, and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments, and services for our patients with cochlear implants, including:
- Hearing assessment and diagnostic evaluation
- Cochlear implant candidacy evaluations
- Cochlear implant programming/mapping
- Pediatric hearing aid fitting/programming
- Speech and language testing
- Auditory Verbal Therapy (AVT)
- Patients and families counseling