Every potential cochlear implant candidate receives an individualized evaluation from Boys Town National Research Hospital's team of specialists. The evaluation assists the candidate and his or her family in making an informed decision.

Adult Cochlear Implant Program

Although many people are aware that Boys Town National Research Hospital is internationally known for serving children with hearing loss and other communication disorders, many people are not aware of the exceptional services that we routinely provide to adults with communication disorders. Approximately 50% of our cochlear implant recipients are adult patients. At Boys Town National Research Hospital, we are committed to providing the best service possible to our patients through all stages of life. The following links provide detailed information about the steps involved in cochlear implantation, from making the decision to maximizing outcomes with a cochlear implant.

Candidacy
Making the Decision
Pre-operative Visits
Surgery
Initial Stimulation
Follow-up Visits
Aural Rehabilitation
Maximizing Outcomes
Recipients’ Perspectives