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This is the official audio podcast of MED-EL. This podcast is designed as a learning tool and is a convenient way for professionals to update themselves on the new developments in hearing solutions. Join our channel and be the first to hear what we are up to.
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In this first podcast episode we pose an important question: Why it is important to hear with two ears? Jennifer Robinson, Senior Product Manager at MED-EL, discusses with Melissa Waller, Head of the Education and Training department, the benefits of binaural hearing. Jennifer Robinson outlines the challenges that individuals with hearing loss in one or both ears face, and explains why the MED-EL cochlear implant is a good option for these individuals.
In this podcast episode, Celina Tobias-Grasso, Senior Training Manager in the Education and Training department, and Reinhold Schatzer, Team Leader in the Signal Processing and Fitting team, focus on cochlear implantation in single-sided deafness. Reinhold, explains in detail what is single-sided deafness and elaborates on the history of cochlear implantation for SSD. Etiologies and successes stemming from clinical evidence and documented in the literature are also covered in this episode.
In this second episode on single-sided deafness, Celina Tobias-Grasso, Senior Training Manager in the Education and Training department, and Reinhold Schatzer, Team Leader in the Signal Processing and Fitting team, discuss how MED-EL's cochlear implants provide a closer match to natural hearing. They concentrate on the technological aspects specific to MED-EL's cochlear implant design and elaborate on the factors that contribute to the success of MED-EL's cochlear implant users.
In this podcast episode, Melissa Waller, Head of the Education and Training department and Jennifer Robinson, Senior Product Manager at MED-EL, look specifically into bimodal hearing. Jennifer Robinson outlines the advantages of bimodal hearing and describes how MED-EL's closest to natural hearing philosophy matches the cochlear implant with any hearing aid.
In this podcast episode, Christian Wirtz, Research Engineer at MED-EL, and Peter Schleich, Science & Technology Communication Project Manager, share their insights on the history of bilateral implantation. The time duration between implantations is discussed in detail along with the associated successes and challenges.
In this final podcast episode, Christian Wirtz, Research Engineer at MED-EL, and Peter Schleich, Science & Technology Communication Project Manager, give an overview of the technological aspects of bilateral cochlear implants. They analyse the technologically challenging parts of cochlear implants for bilateral hearing and explain how the MED-EL's CI technology offers the closest to natural hearing.
In this first episode of the series: "BONEBRIDGE – Inspiring Technology, Proven Concept, Continuous Innovation," Alexander Hofer, Head of Product Management at MED-EL, shares an overview of the BONEBRIDGE System and its history. You will hear how the BONEBRIDGE developed over the years and how the ground-breaking technology behind it works.
In this episode, the MED-EL Product Manager Daniela Platzer talks with our host Melissa Waller about SONNET 2 – MED-EL's new behind-the-ear worn audio processor. She shares insights about new features, changes from the SONNET and first feedback. Open the transcript for reading through the complete episode.
In this episode, Daniela Platzer - product manager for external systems - introduces the AudioLink which is an accessory for the SONNET series, compatible both with SONNET and SONNET 2. Daniela explains how the AudioLink allows the connection of the audio processor to Bluetooth devises and the wide range possibilities that come with that functionality for the implant users. Open the transcript for reading through the complete episode.
In this episode, Jennifer Robinson joins Melissa Waller to introduce the next SONNET 2 accessory, the AudioKey App. Jen explains how this app, available on iOS and Android, not only works with SONNET 2 but also with the previous generation SONNET and allows the management of the audio processors. Functionalities that are especially interesting for parents as the "Guardian Role" and "Find my processor" are also discussed in this episode. Open the transcript for reading through the complete episode.
Daniela Platzer talks in this episode with Melissa Waller about the FineTuner Echo. She talks about the functions of this remote control for the audio processor, as for example how the functionality of the audio processor can be tested and the benefits of the e-ink display. Open the transcript for reading through the complete episode.
The guest of this episode is Dr. Peter Nopp, Director of Research in Signal Processing at MED-EL shares insights into the Automatic Sound Management. Melissa Waller talks with him about how Automatic Sound Management helps implant users in the presence of noise and other difficult listening situations. Peter Nopp explains the five distinct features of Automatic Sound Management from a research and development perspective: Wind Noise Reduction Directionality Automatic Volume Control Ambient and Transient Noise Reduction Adaptive Intelligence
In this first podcast episode, we introduce the concept of bone conduction. Esther Albaum, Clinical Support & Training Specialist, explains what bone conduction is, what different bone conduction solutions are currently available and how bone conduction essentially works. Esther will also tell us three fascinating facts about bone conduction. This first episode sets the stage for the ADHEAR which is a non-implantable bone conduction solution.
In this podcast episode, Lukas Osl, Product Manager for the ADHEAR, gives us an overview to the ADHEAR. He talks about the history of the device, why it was needed in the first place and what differentiates it from other bone conduction devices. Lukas also talks about candidacy for the ADHEAR and some common misconceptions that people have about the device. He finishes the episode by describing the components of the ADHEAR as well as how the entire system works.
In this podcast episode, we chat about the unique benefits that the ADHEAR provides to both users and professionals. First, Lukas Osl, Product Manager for the ADHAR, talks about the benefits that users can enjoy and then he goes on to describe the specific benefits for professionals in the field. Lukas wraps up the episode by emphasizing the one great thing that he feels our listeners should take away from the discussions on ADHEAR.
In this podcast episode, we give users and professionals tips on handling the ADHEAR. Lukas Osl, Product Manager for the ADHEAR, guides listeners how to best take care of the device by leading them through a day in the life of an ADHEAR user - from the moment they wake up until they end the day. He continues the episode by giving tips and tricks that are specifically relevant to professionals.
In this final podcast episode, we recap the key messages from the past four episodes. Alexander Hofer, Head of Product Management, Business Unit VIBRANT, wraps up the series by reiterating the need for the ADHEAR on the market and the benefits that only this device can provide. Alex talks about our company's experiences with the ADHEAR and he mentions clinical outcomes. In this episode, we have also included three testimonials from ADHEAR users and their relatives.
In this episode, Christine Muehloecker, a Senior Product Manager responsible for the BONEBRIDGE System at MED-EL talks about the new bone conduction implant, the BCI 602. She shares the new features of the implant and how it compares to the BCI 601.
In this episode Dr. Henning Frenzel from Germany, shares with us his experience as a surgeon using the BONEBRIGE System. He also shares his take on the differences between the BCI 601 and BCI 602 and why he chooses the BONEBRIDGE System for his patients.
This episode will introduce the latest audio processor for the VIBRANT SOUNDBRIDGE and BONEBRIDGE, the SAMBA 2. Marina Brunnhofer, Product Manager at MED-EL, will talk about the philosophy behind SAMBA 2, the new features of the device and what clinicians and users can look forward to.
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