Dr. Oliver Adunka - How the Cochlear Implant Landscape Is Changing
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Dr. Oliver Adunka is the Director of Otolaryngology and a Professor at Ohio State University. He has experience in otology, neurotology, and skull base surgery. His personalized care for the hearing- and balance-impaired has led him to further research in clinical trials and new treatment options. He previously worked as the Director of the Pediatric Otology Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital and an Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina.
In this episode…
As the technology of cochlear implants changes, so does the environment around it. Many who were skeptical are now far more inclined to go through the procedure. The increase in awareness and effectiveness has changed its cultural perception, but those differences can be felt throughout the industry. What is top of mind in the world of cochlear implants and how has it changed throughout the years?
In this episode of the ListenUp! Podcast, Dr. Mark Syms talks with Dr. Oliver Adunka, Director of Otolaryngology at The Ohio State University, to discuss the state of cochlear implants. They go through the technology, how patient reception has changed, and the realities of Medicare’s coverage of hearing technology.
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